http://www.vthunder.com What's New - Breaking News at VThunder® en-us http://www.vthunder.com/Base/images/Logos/Logo-230.gif http://www.vthunder.com 50 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1279893160 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1279893160 The COMP Cams® Sooner Speedweek Presented By Racing Head Service made its debut in Oklahoma and Kansas in July of 2010, and in the end the fans, the tracks, and the drivers emerged as winners. . Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1893916310 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1893916310 COMP Cams®, the leader in valve train technology, introduces new High Energy™ Die Cast Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms for a budget-minded performance upgrade. The new COMP Cams® High Energy™ Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms feature a die cast, aluminum body with a needle bearing fulcrum and roller tip. Mon, 17 May 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1274102986 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1274102986 Valve train technology leader introduces new custom cam cores for GM LS engines − including 60mm Bearing Journal, Wide Lobe Separation & AFM applications. As of late, GM has given the LS performance enthusiasts plenty of reasons to be excited. Mon, 17 May 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1274102697 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1274102697 COMP Cams® expands line of popular lifters to include Chrysler applications. When engineers originally designed the Chrysler engine block, they created it to be used with a Hemi-style cylinder head and a 59-degree lifter bore. Mon, 17 May 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=485273348 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=485273348 2010 Hot Rod Power Tour participants will get a chance to show off their engine building skills in the COMP Cams® Engine Builder Duel. Due to popular demand, COMP Cams® will be bringing the Engine Builder Duel back for the 2010 Power Tour. Mon, 3 May 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1272895471 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1272895471 Leader in valve train technology offers drag racers unmatched levels of sponsorship and contingency support during the 2010 season. With its extensive sponsorship and contingency program, COMP Cams® will reward successful drag racers in a number of different series and classes during the 2010 race season. Mon, 3 May 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-1392529878 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-1392529878 COMP Cams® has big plans as main stage sponsor for the 2010 Hot Rod Power Tour. Well known for innovative performance products, COMP Cams® has become a recognizable presence on the annual Hot Rod Power Tour. Mon, 3 May 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-310017683 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-310017683 Setting correct camshaft lobe to lifter alignment easier than ever with the Camshaft Lobe Center Marking Tool Set. The Camshaft Lobe Center Marking Tool Set from COMP Cams® makes achieving perfect lobe to lifter alignment easy and reduces the possibility of failure when installing a flat tappet cam. Mon, 3 May 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-2144143716 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-2144143716 New Camshaft Degree Kit for LS Engines includes everything you need to degree your LS Gen III/IV camshaft in one convenient package. The Camshaft Degree Kit for GM Gen III/IV LS Engines from COMP Cams® contains all the tools and fixtures necessary to precisely set camshaft timing in order to make up for engine machining tolerances. Mon, 3 May 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1272894695 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1272894695 After making a clean sweep of the 2009 COMP Cams® Grass Root Nationals at Riverside International Speedway in West Memphis, Arkansas, Greg Alexander has already established himself as the man to beat in the 2010 rendition of the event. Four years ago COMP Cams® Director of Marketing, Chris Douglas, conceptualized a special event that would highlight the true grass root racers. Mon, 3 May 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-1508919657 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-1508919657 As short track reality shows gain popularity in mainstream television, COMP Cams® and Quarter Master® visibility grows. Over the past few years, with several of the top national and international sanctioning bodies in motorsports struggling to maintain popularity, cable television providers have begun searching other motorsport realms for new media outlets that will produce ratings. Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=461715585 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=461715585 Let everyone know what’s under your hood with stylish new Thumpr™ Rod T-Shirts. The Thumpr™ Cams have become one of the most popular selling camshaft series in the COMP Cams® line. Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=2044927341 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=2044927341 COMP Cams® brings back popular Memphis Nationals this September at Riverside Speedway in West Memphis, AR. For more than four years, the COMP Cams® Memphis Nationals generated great racing and great excitement at the ¼-mile oval track at Memphis Motorsports Park in Memphis, TN. Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-496053074 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-496053074 Performance leader develops new blended synthetic, 10W-30 & 15W-50 lubricants that provide added protection and performance for classic vehicles. Due to government regulations, many of today’s oils are missing critical ingredients needed for optimum engine protection. Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-124783512 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-124783512 COMP Cams® and Quarter Master® have joined forces to rejuvenate the Race of Champions at the 18th Annual Show-Me 100 at Lucas Oil Speedway in Wheatland, Missouri. When racers and race fans think about the crown jewel events of Dirt Late Model racing, a select handful of races comes to mind. Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-1344144739 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-1344144739 CPGNation.com and CPGNationTV.com provide CPG owners and enthusiasts with online gathering places and tech resources 24 hours a day. Aftermarket automotive enthusiast are getting together to share advice, swap stories and post pictures and videos without ever meeting face-to-face. Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1939610154 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1939610154 COMP Cams® introduces new 3-Bolt Camshaft Retaining Plate Kit, which combines two critical pieces for racing applications into one easy package. The new retaining plate kit for LS applications includes the COMP Cams®-exclusive Ampco camshaft retaining plate and 3-bolt cam bolt locking plate. Tue, 13 Apr 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1270474737 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1270474737 Gearheads4Life.com is the automotive aftermarket’s newest one-stop-shop for memorabilia, merchandise and more. Gearheads4Life.com is a new web store featuring apparel, decals, banners, wall signs and much more from your favorite aftermarket brands, including COMP Cams®, TCI®, RHS® and ZEX™. Mon, 5 Apr 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1270474393 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1270474393 COMP Performance Group™ encourages customer interaction through Facebook, Twitter and other online channels. Always on the cutting-edge of technology and communication, the COMP Performance Group™ companies are interacting daily with friends and followers on social media sites all over the internet. Mon, 5 Apr 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=164462240 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=164462240 COMP Cams® now packages everything you need to install new LS Engine High Performance Valve Springs in one easy kit. The new LS Engine Valve Spring Kits include carefully matched Beehive™ or Street/Strip Dual Valve Springs, retainers, locks, seals and spring seats – everything necessary for better valve control to handle higher rpm and more aggressive cam profiles.. Mon, 5 Apr 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1270051792 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1270051792 COMP Cams® offers newly designed 2010 Race Winner Decal for winning customers. Let all your competitors know that you are a COMP Cams®-powered winner with the new, limited-edition 2010 Race Winner Decal. Wed, 31 Mar 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-2016064479 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=-2016064479 Leader in valve train technology offers customers custom grind camshafts with no extra fees or hidden costs. Need something special, and want it done right the first time? Look no further. Mon, 29 Mar 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1269903520 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1269903520 Leading performance parts manufacturer creates new Flathead Ford Solid/Mechanical Lifters designed to complement its newest line of Thumpr™ Cams. Stretch your old muscle car to new limits with the all-new COMP Cams® Flathead Ford. Mon, 29 Mar 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1269897836 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1269897836 COMP Cams® will be handing out a Thumpr™ award to one deserving car owner at every 2010 National Street Rod Association (NSRA) event. COMP Cams® wishes to give something back to the dedicated street rod enthusiasts who invest their time and energy in participating in shows all across America. Mon, 29 Mar 2010 12:00:00 CST http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1269897025 http://www.vthunder.com/information/whatsnew/vt_NewsDetails.asp?ListHistoryID=1269897025 COMP Cams® announces that its fully updated 2010 Master Catalog is hot off the press and available in both print and digital formats. The new COMP Cams® 2010 Master Catalog is here and includes all of the valve train. Mon, 29 Mar 2010 12:00:00 CST