Drag Illustrated Issue 179, November / December 2022 | Page 80

PRODUCTS & PRESS

JEGS 3-TON LOW- PROFILE PROFESSIONAL FLOOR JACK [ 6,000 LBS . CAPACITY ]
• Heavy-duty steel frame construction
• Extra-wide front ball bearing wheels for smooth rolling
• Integrated safety valve prevents overloading
• Ideal for professional / shop use
• Dual piston hydraulic system
• Rear swivel casters provide effortless positioning
• 360-degree rotating saddle
• 45 in . two-piece handle with protective sleeve ( protects vehicle during use )
• Knurled handle grip reduces slippage
• Rubber lift pad prevents marring
• Black powder-coat finish with yellow JEGS Logo
JEGS PNEUMATIC BRAKE BLEEDER KIT
• One person operation to bleed standard or ABS brakes and flush fluids
• Brake fluid refill bottle clamps in place to fluid reservoir to keep the master cylinder from running dry and seals the fluid from air exposure
• The refill bottle is also fitted with a thumb valve to maintain the desired flow rate
• Includes a silicone hose with a rubber adapter fitting to fit most bleeder valves
• Also includes a silicone hose with a corrosion-resistant tube for master cylinder evacuation
• The 2-liter collection reservoir has a lockable trigger for continuous flow
JEGS 16-PIECE PLIERS & PRECISION SCREWDRIVERS TOOL SET WITH CARRY CASE
• Mini pliers are forged from carbon steel , tempered and hardened for reliability
• The handles on the pliers are non-slip and spring-loaded for ease of use
• Screwdrivers have hardened chrome vanadium-steel blades for durability , and rotating handle tops for precision work
• The canvas zippered case has elastic slots for each tool keeping them organized and protected
• ( 1 ) Angle Pliers
• ( 1 ) Needle Nose Pliers
• ( 1 ) Flush Cut Pliers
• ( 1 ) Snub Nose Pliers
• ( 1 ) Wire Cutter Pliers
• ( 4 ) Torx Screwdrivers - sizes : T6 , T8 , T9 , T10 x 50 mm
• ( 3 ) Phillips Screwdrivers - sizes : PH00 , PH0 , PH1 x 50 mm
• ( 4 ) Flat Head Screwdrivers - sizes : 1.6 , 2.0 , 2.4 , 3.0 x 50 mm

WHARTON AUTOMOTIVE GROUP ACQUIRES POWERTRAIN TECHNOLOGY

■ Paul Lee , President of the Wharton Automotive Group continues to grow his portfolio with the acquisition of the small diameter racing clutch and drivetrain component line of PowerTrain Technology ( PTT ) of Algonquin , IL . PTT has a two-decade record of putting drivers in the winners ’ circle with reliable cutting edge racing clutch and drivetrain products .
PTT will be relocating to McLeod Racing ’ s facility in Anaheim , CA and the products will be available through McLeod Racing and their worldwide distribution network .
PTT ’ s line of lightweight racing clutches are available in 4.5 ”, 5.5 ” and 7.25 ” diameters in 1 , 2 , 3 , or 4 disc configurations . They feature great linear engagement and friction life with a positive feel . All PTT products are designed on the latest CAD system and PTT has in-house capabilities that allow a wide range of clutch and drivetrain system development .
“ PTT is a perfect addition to the McLeod clutch product line ,” says Paul Lee . “ We ’ re all excited about acquiring the technology for the small diameter clutches and driveline components including their world class 7.25 ” assembly . I was very impressed with the quality and high technology built into every PTT product . We plan to continue to grow PTT from what founder Steve Fox and his crew have built .”
This acquisition will expand the McLeod line to continue to grow into the one-stop-shop for all of our customers ’ drivetrain needs .
PTT ’ s founder , Steve Fox , will join the McLeod Company as a consultant while continuing to service his hydraulic street release bearing
customers under the new company name PTB-USA , Inc .
“ I have a very high regard for Paul Lee and what he has accomplished with McLeod ,” says Steve Fox , “ I look forward to working closely with the McLeod staff to ensure a smooth transition of PTT clutch knowledge and workmanship .”
Current and future customers can find PTT products through McLeod ’ s catalog and distributors . For more information , visit McLeodRacing . com .
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