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COMP Performance Group™ 2012 New Products Brochure

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − The Brands That Power The Automotive Aftermarket have released a new brochure that contains all of their latest products to be released for 2012.. The COMP Performance Group™ 2012 New Products Brochure contains all of the latest products from COMP Cams®, FAST™, TCI®, RHS®, ZEX™, Quarter Master® and Inglese™After being distributed for the first time at the 2011 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, NV, the brochure is now available to order in print or for download in digital PDF format at www.compperformancegroup.com/new-products.

COMP Cams® Ultra-Gold™ ARC Series Aluminum Rocker Arms

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − The next generation of COMP Cams® Ultra-Gold™ ARC Series Aluminum Rocker Arms have arrived. .

Swindell Claims 24th Annual COMP Cams® Short Track Nationals

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:00:00 CST

Little Rock, AR - Sprint Car legend Sammy Swindell conquered a field of 100 of the nation`s best Sprint Car pilots to claim his second event title in the 24th Annual COMP Cams® Short Track Nationals at I-30 Speedway (Little Rock, Arkansas) on Saturday, October 29th. In Sprint Car racing there are hundreds of special events across the country each year, but there are only a handful of crown jewels.

COMP Cams® Chrysler Hemi Camshaft Degree Kit

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN – The COMP Cams® Hemi Camshaft Degree Kit includes everything you need to degree your new generation Hemi camshaft in one convenient package.. COMP Cams® Chrysler Hemi Camshaft Degree Kits for 5.7L, 6.1L and 6.4L Hemi engines give you all the tools necessary to correct any minuscule errors and tolerances from your engine’s machining processes that can affect camshaft timingDegreeing positions the camshaft for the best performance for your engine, so you get the most horsepower and torque possible out of your application.

COMP Cams® Quick Tech Video: Proper Flat Tappet Cam Break-In

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − The COMP Cams® series of Quick Tech Videos now includes a how-to instructional video demonstrating proper flat tappet camshaft break-in procedures.. As any engine builder knows, proper break-in is key to both how long a flat tappet camshaft will last and how well it will performThe latest addition to the COMP Cams® Quick Tech Video series demonstrates the techniques for properly breaking in a flat tappet camshaft.

24th Annual COMP Cams® Short Track Nationals Rapidly Approaching

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − With the rapid approach of the 24th Annual COMP Cams® Short Track Nationals at I-30 Speedway (Little Rock, Arkansas) on October 26h-29th, 2011, COMP Cams® is looking forward to its second year of being the title sponsor of the coveted event.. In 2010 COMP Cams® saw an opportunity to increase its support of one of the nation`s top dirt track events, and as a result the company made the transition from an associate sponsor to the title sponsor of the annual COMP Cams® Short Track Nationals at I-30 Speedway in Little Rock, ArkansasThe event proved to be such a success for all parties involved that the decision was made to extend the sponsorship for the 2011 season..

COMP Performance Group™ Launches CPGNationTV.com

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN – CPGNationTV.com provides an online channel for viewers to watch quick tech videos, event recaps, behind-the-scenes footage and more from the companies of the COMP Performance Group™.. “The Brands That Power The Performance Aftermarket” have spent the last few years creating a strong presence in the online video worldNow, all those videos are housed in one place on CPGNationTV.com.

Chase For The NASCAR Sprint Cup Field Set For A Shot At Title

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN – COMP Cams® powered race cars set for the 2011 Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup.. A revised points system that places an emphasis on winning has led to one of the most wide open Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup fields in the eight year history of the formatAfter reseeding by season wins to-date, Kyle Busch and Kevin Harvick lead the 12 driver field with four victories each.

Jimmy Owens Conquers The World for The Second Time

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CST

Rossburg, OH – Jimmy Owens survives damage and a late race charge by Eddie Carrier Jr. Ask any Dirt Late Model driver what race they want to win more than any other, and you’ll get the same answer every timeThe World 100.

@CPGTech Twitter Tech Support

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − The COMP Performance Group™ expands technical support to Twitter.com with @CPGTech. The COMP Performance Group™ has always put an emphasis on maintaining a real-time link between qualified technicians and consumers of all levels of automotive knowledge.

COMP Cams® Quick Tech Video: How To Set Valve Lash

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − The latest Quick Tech Video from COMP Cams® helps engine builders maximize valve train performance by properly setting valve lash.. The COMP Cams® Quick Tech Video series helps racers, engine builders and automotive enthusiasts at all levels discover secrets to maximizing power potentialProperly setting valve lash is crucial to achieving maximum valve lift, stability, durability and performance.

Richie Gustin Wins IMCA Super Nationals at Boone Speedway

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN – Richie Gustin collected $5,700 for his victory in the crown jewel of IMCA Modified racing.. The Gustin family name is synonymous with Dirt ModifiedsOn Saturday, September 10th, they added to their legacy, as Richie Gustin collected the A-Main victory in the 29th annual IMCA Super Nationals at Boone Speedway in Boone, IA, in front of a standing room only crowd.

COMP Cams® Takes Funny Car, Pro Stock And Four Other Class Wins At NHRA U.S. Nationals In Indianapo

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN – All four Funny Car semifinalists, 15 of 16 Pro Stock qualifiers and the champions of Stock, Super Stock, Super Comp and Super Gas at the 57th NHRA U.S. COMP Cams® further proved why it is “The Absolute Leader in Valve Train Technology” over Labor Day weekend.

COMP Cams® Quick Tech Video: “Selecting The Correct Distributor Gear”

Wed, 7 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN – A brand new Quick Tech Video from COMP Cams® guides you through the process of selecting the correct distributor gear for your new cam application.. Quick Tech Videos from COMP Cams® are created to help racers, engine builders and automotive enthusiasts at all levelsIn the new video, “Selecting The Correct Distributor Gear,” the team at COMP Cams® demonstrates the correct way to match your distributor gear to the type of camshaft in your application.

COMP Cams® Named NSRA Manufacturer Of The Year

Wed, 7 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN – COMP Cams® has been named Manufacturer of the Year by the National Street Rod Association.. With upwards of 10,000 cars in attendance over a four-day span, the 2011 NSRA Street Rod Nationals in Louisville, KY, can be considered a success by anyone who was involved with this year’s programFor COMP Cams® though, the event held extra special meaning as the “Absolute Leader in Valve Train Technology” was named NSRA Manufacturer of the Year.

COMP Cams® Powers Donny Schatz To Knoxville Nationals Win

Wed, 7 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN – Donny Schatz won his fifth Knoxville Nationals using a Shaver Engine powered by COMP Cams®.. Donny Schatz is certainly no stranger to victory lane at Knoxville RacewayThe three-time World of Outlaws Sprint Car champion from Minot, ND, has hundreds of A-Main victories under his belt, and had already won the prestigious Knoxville Nationals four times prior to his triumph on Saturday night, August 13th.

COMP Cams® Quick Tech Video: “Which Rocker Arm Is Right For Me?”

Wed, 7 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − The latest Quick Tech Video from COMP Cams® provides all the information necessary to help you select the rocker arm that is best suited for your specific engine application.. The COMP Cams® Quick Tech Video series helps racers, engine builders and automotive enthusiasts at all levels discover secrets to maximizing power potentialValve spring diameter (pressure), RPM range and valve lift all play a role in selecting the correct rocker arm.

COMP Cams® Spring Locators For LS Valve Springs

Wed, 7 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − COMP Cams® introduces two new Valve Spring Locators for LS valve springs with .520″ guides. Older standard shims will not hold up to the extreme spring pressures and high RPM found in today’s engines.

1934 Ford Roadster Wins COMP Cams® Thumpr™ Award In Louisville

Wed, 7 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − A stunning 1934 Ford Roadster won the COMP Cams® Thumpr™ Award at the 2011 NSRA Street Rod Nationals in Louisville, KY.. At every NSRA event, the Thumpr™ Award is presented by COMP Cams® and the NSRA to one diehard enthusiast with a vehicle that stands out from the rest of the crowd and captures the true essence of American muscleTo reward engineering and ingenuity, Thumpr™ Award winners tend to have unusual and unique engine combinations that deserve recognition.

COMP Cams® Engine Builder Duel Draws Big Crowd At 2011 NSRA Street Rod Nationals

Wed, 7 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − The popular COMP Cams® Engine Builder Duel presented by Snap-On Tools drew big crowds at every performance during the 2011 NSRA Street Rod Nationals.. COMP Cams® brought the Engine Builder Duel presented by Snap-On Tools to the NSRA Street Rod Nationals on Thursday, August 4th through Sunday, August 7th at the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville, KYIt was an exciting four days of duels that saw the youngest ever competitor at just 12 years old.

COMP Cams® Engine Builder Championship on LOLMDS A Tight One

Tue, 6 Sep 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − With the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series recently surpassing the midpoint of the 2011 season, the battle for the series` COMP Cams® Engine Builder of the Year competition provides all indications that it will be a fight to the final event.. Over the past few years the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series (LOLMDS) has grown to be arguably the most potent national tour in the Dirt Late Model world It`s no big surprise then that just about every major contender in the Dirt Late Model engine builder world has a presence on the tour, and the closeness of the current COMP Cams® Engine Builder of the Year standings reflects the parity among the top horsepower producers.

COMP Cams® Engine Builder Duel Presented By Snap-On Tools Will Be At The NSRA Street Rod Nationals

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − Visitors at the 42nd Annual NSRA Street Rod Nationals will get a chance to show off their engine building skills during the COMP Cams® Engine Builder Duel.. After proving to be a crowd favorite once again during the 2011 Hot Rod Power Tour, the COMP Cams® Engine Builder Duel presented by Snap-On Tools will take place during the NSRA Street Rod Nationals on August 4-7 at the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville, KYThe contest, which is making its Street Rod Nationals debut this year, pits two, two-person teams against each other to see who can completely assemble and run a Small Block Chevy engine in the shortest amount of time.

COMP Cams® Engine Builder Duel A Crowd Favorite During 2011 Power Tour

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − The popular COMP Cams® Engine Builder Duel presented by Snap-On Tools proved to be a crowd favorite once again during the 2011 Hot Rod Power Tour.. Both entertaining and educational, the COMP Cams® Engine Builder Duel presented by Snap-On Tools engages automotive enthusiasts and casual observers alike whenever it’s heldDespite the heat, both duels held on the 2011 Hot Rod Power Tour drew big crowds.

COMP Performance Group™ Catalogs On CD

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − Digital versions of the complete, up-to-date catalogs for the companies that power the aftermarket industry are all available in one place – the CPG 2011 Catalogs CD.. COMP Cams®, TCI®, FAST™, Quarter Master®, ZEX™, RHS®, Powerhouse®, Inglese™ and the other COMP Performance Group™ company catalogs, flyers and brochures have been collected on a single discFeaturing the most up-to-date versions of each piece of literature (in PDF format), the CPG 2011 Catalogs CD is the most comprehensive collection of performance automotive aftermarket products available anywhere.

2011 Hot Rod Power Tour A Huge Success For COMP Performance Group™

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 12:00:00 CST

Memphis, TN − For all of the COMP Performance Group™ companies, the 2011 Hot Rod Power Tour was filled with great memories and friends, both new and old.. On Saturday, June 4th, the COMP Performance Group™ companies met up with the rest of the Power Tour hot rodders in Cocoa Beach, FL, for the first stop of the tourCPG and the long haulers spent a week traveling north until the final stop in Detroit, MI, on June 10th.