OPG NEWS: Newsletter


VOLUME 1, ISSUE 2	JANUARY, 19TH 2010
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Is your ride a Cadillac Hot Rod
or Cadillac Custom?

HOT ROD TV is looking for seventy Cadillac Hot Rods and Cadillac Customs for the “Hot Rod Caddy” episode!

If your are a Hot Rodder or Custom car owner and your ride is based on a Cadillac between 1940 to 1979, then you may get a special invite to attend the “OPG Cadillac Kickoff” on January 23, 2010.

If your car is selected you will be invited to attend a special filming of Hot Rod TV’s episode, “Hot Rod Caddy” at OPG in Seal Beach, CA. Hot Rod TV will be filming the celebration kickoff of OPG’s new Cadillac Catalog as part of this episode.

Submit photos of you and your car and a brief bio about your car and email it to: Ashley@bciitv.com or Dennis@bciitv.com by January 19, 2010 or mail your entry to:

BCII, Attn: Ashley or Dennis,
3500 N. San Fernando Blvd. Burbank, CA 91505

Participants will be notified no later than January 21, 2010 with call times, instructions and directions to the Hot Rod TV set. “Remember” submissions received after January 19, 2010 will not be considered. So don’t delay.

2010 1970-77 Monte Carlo &
2010 1978-88 El Camino / Monte Carlo
catalogs are here!

The NEW 2010 1970-77 Monte Carlo catalog is here. Featuring 160 pages of the newest parts and accessories for your Monte! From interior items, to sheetmetal panels, emblems, trim and engine components, it’s all here.

Got a 1978-87 El Camino or 1978-88 Monte Carlo? If so our NEW 2010 catalog is a must! You’ll find 192 pages packed with thousands of restoration & performance parts.

We talked to our friends at Surf City Garage and got some great tips on preparing your ride for the winter.

How to Tackle Winter Corrosion

Winter is here! In most parts of the country that means dramatic weather changes and more physical work. While the kids are out playing in the fun that winter brings, the rest of the population is out shoveling snow, de-icing their windshields, and battling the elements. With all that going on, don't forget about your car.

Here are a few key tips to help you prepare your car for the winter months and maintain that detailed look.

1. As soon as possible, preferably before the cold hits, apply a generous coat of wax to your car's painted surface. We suggest using a sealant such as Nano Seal Protective Coat. The synthetic wax will provide a strong barrier between your paint and the harmful elements. This will give you a longer lasting protection and a brilliant shine. ***Do not overlook this step even if you are leaving your ride in the garage for the winter months, as oxidation can still attack the surface of your car if left untreated.

2. Maintaining a clean car as much as possible is a must. By washing the salt, grime, and road slush off of your car as the weather permits will dramatically decrease paint erosion. In addition, having a fresh coat of wax already on your car will help deter the road contaminants from attaching themselves to your ride. ***Do not forget about your undercarriage. Keeping it clean will help combat rust and corrosion.

3. Nothing is more important than keeping your wheels clean during the winter. After all, they are in constant contact with road salts and acids that eat away at their surface. For polished wheels, a simple application of Killer Chrome Perfect Polish will provide you with the perfect protection needed for those harsh conditions, and can be used on all metals. For those that have powder coated or painted wheels go with a paint polish like Beyond Clay. ***We like to add a coat of Barrier Reef Carnauba Wax to our wheels as additional protection and shine. This is also a great tip for all of you that are garaging your cars. Dust and dirt will not cling to your wheels and the protective coat will make for easy maintenance.

4. Don't forget about your interiors. Maintaining the look of your seats, dashboard, and all other things interior is just as important as the effort that you put into your exterior. After all, most of the time spent with our cars is inside of them. Start with a good interior cleaner like Dash Away Interior Detailer. You want to make sure that your interior cleaners do not leave a greasy film; the petroleum left behind will dry out your leather and vinyl leaving nothing but cracks behind over time. After cleaning the surface, make sure you replenish the natural oils that are in your leather. Voodoo Blend Leather Rejuvenator will leave the surface supple and smooth, in addition to providing a layer of UV protection.

5. Lastly, use a detailing spray like Speed Demon Wax Detailer in order to maintain a barrier against the weather. This is a quick way to shine up your car and remove the light dust and dirt from your paint's surface. The Carnauba wax in Speed Demon will revitalize the previous layers of wax on the paint and provide additional protection and shine.

Maintaining your car during the winter months will make for an easier detailing job when spring rolls around. So remember, the worst thing that you can do to your ride during winter is, nothing!

OPGI's Customer Rides

1967 Chevelle SS 396
Owner: Brad, Brandon & Bryce DeHaven

This is a eight year frame off project and many of the parts where purchased from Original Parts Group! Every bolt, nut, screw, rubber bushing, trim, suspension, paint (inside and out), interior, wiring, brake lines, and weatherstripping etc, is all new or completely refurbished.

The original 396 engine was completely rebuilt and now exceeds 500HP. The Muncie 4-Speed transmission and 4-11, 12 bolt rear end have been completely rebuilt. the frame has been powder coated. The body and the frame were seperate for many years. the parts of this car were literally, in a million pieces!

Nothing has been spared in this attempt to bring back the classic "Hot Rod" look of the 70's.This was a Father & Son project to refurbish the same make, model and year of Dad's first car. More hours, sweat and frustration than I could ever share have gone into this classic Muscle Car to make it perfect!!! Nothing was spared & I hope you enjoy it half as much as we do.