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TMCP #629: SEMA 2025 Show Spectacular #3 – Scott & Perry with Heights Suspension Mopar Bolt-In IFS/IRS, Jason Bruce with Blueprint “Compatible” Crate Engines, Tab Chapman with Diamondback Classic Radials (Custom Sidewalls), Terry McGean with Hemmings Marketplace Media & Rally Adventures

TMCP #629: SEMA 2025 Show Spectacular #3 – Scott & Perry with Heights Suspension Mopar Bolt-In IFS/IRS, Jason Bruce with Blueprint “Compatible” Crate Engines, Tab Chapman with Diamondback Classic Radials (Custom Sidewalls), Terry McGean with Hemmings Marketplace Media & Rally Adventures

The MuscleCar Place Nov 26, 2025 55 min
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About this episode

SEMA 2025 brings exciting innovations in the muscle car world, featuring interviews with industry leaders. Heights Suspension showcases their new bolt-in independent front and rear suspension systems for Mopars, emphasizing reversibility and performance. Blueprint Engines discusses their 'compatible' crate engines, designed to enhance performance while maintaining OEM dimensions. Tab Chapman from Diamondback Classic Radials reveals their unique custom tire offerings, allowing enthusiasts to modify sidewalls to their specifications. Terry McGean from Hemmings highlights the evolution of car buying and selling, emphasizing the importance of digital content and modern transaction methods.

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independent suspension

"...full independent, front and rear, bolt-in suspension systems, even for mopars. Yeah. So this is actually our all-new Mopar independent front suspension, independent rear suspension."

Independent suspension means that each wheel can move up and down without affecting the other wheels. This helps the car handle better and makes for a smoother ride.

Brand

Mopar

"...even for mopars. Yeah. So this is actually our all-new Mopar independent front suspension..."

Mopar is a brand that makes parts and accessories for certain car brands like Chrysler and Dodge. They focus on performance upgrades and customizations.

Concept

bolt-in suspension

"...Great part with this suspension is actually bolt-in. So somebody that if they ever want to go back to stock, they can actually do..."

Bolt-in suspension means you can easily attach or detach the suspension parts without needing to cut or change the car's structure. It's a convenient option for car enthusiasts.

Part

bolt-in front suspension system

"...first time I'd seen a bolt-in front suspension system for a Camaro. Well, they made their name as a hot rod suspension company..."

A bolt-in front suspension system is a part that you can easily install in the front of a car to improve how it drives. It helps make the car handle better and ride smoother, especially in older cars like hot rods.

Car

Chevrolet Camaro

"... I'd seen a bolt-in front suspension system for a Camaro. Well, they made their name as a hot rod suspensi..."

The Chevrolet Camaro is a fast and stylish car that many people love to modify and make even cooler. It's been around since the 1960s and is famous for being fun to drive and looking great.

Concept

hot rod

"...they made their name as a hot rod suspension company, and I still think of them that way, but that is wrong on my part."

A hot rod is an old car that has been changed to make it faster and look cooler. People often add new engines and other parts to improve how it drives and how it looks.

Part

suspension systems

"...What they were debuting here was bolt-in front and rear suspension systems for Mopars."

Suspension systems are the parts of a car that help it ride smoothly over bumps and keep the tires on the ground. They include springs and shocks that work together to make driving more comfortable.

Company

Blueprint Engine

"Then we're going to have Jason Bruce with Blueprint Engine. So first featured them last year at SEMA."

Blueprint Engine makes engines that you can buy to replace or upgrade the engine in your car. They focus on performance and quality, making them popular among car enthusiasts.

Concept

SEMA

"So first featured them last year at SEMA. And look, Blueprint is basically like the OEM of the aftermarket engines."

SEMA is a big car show in Las Vegas where companies show off new car parts and accessories. It's a place for car lovers to see the latest trends and products.

Term

OEM

"If they're an OEM in the aftermarket, it's them. They think that way."

OEM means the original company that made the parts for your car. They create the parts that are used when your car is built.

Part

ZF 8-speed transmission

"They sell you an engine with a ZF-8 speed transmission on it. They had ZF come over, I think from Italy, isn't that where ZF is from?"

The ZF 8-speed transmission is a type of automatic transmission that helps your car change gears smoothly. It's used in many high-end cars for better performance.

Company

ZF Friedrichshafen AG

"They had ZF come over, I think from Italy, isn't that where ZF is from? Just to do factory tuning so that when you drop it in there, it's like a new car from a drivability perspective, complete with warranties."

ZF Friedrichshafen AG is a German company that makes parts for cars, especially transmissions. They are known for making reliable and advanced technology for vehicles.

Company

Hemmings

"Hemmings is a mainstay in the industry of selling cars. Everybody and their brother picked up a Hemmings 40 years ago, and they still go to Hemmings to buy and sell cars."

Hemmings is a popular website where people can buy and sell classic cars. It's been around for a long time and is trusted by car lovers.

Company

Heights suspension

"...He was actually my introduction to Heights suspension. And I remember in 2010,..."

Heights Suspension makes parts that help improve how a car rides and handles, especially for older models.

Car

Plymouth Road Runner

"...and we're standing next to Steve Stroke's beautiful, is it a road runner? Yeah, Harakka. It says 70. 70 purple road runner built by Steve Stroke."

The Plymouth Road Runner is a famous muscle car from the 1970s. It's known for being fast and having a unique look, making it popular among car enthusiasts.

Car

Dodge Road Runner

"...tanding next to Steve Stroke's beautiful, is it a road runner? Yeah, Harakka."

The Dodge Road Runner is a fun and fast car from the past that many people remember for its cool sound and looks. It's a classic that collectors really like to find and restore.

Part

independent front suspension

"Yeah, so this was actually our all new Mopar independent front suspension, independent rear suspension."

Independent front suspension means that each front wheel can move up and down separately. This helps the car handle better and makes the ride smoother.

Part

independent rear suspension

"Yeah, so this was actually our all new Mopar independent front suspension, independent rear suspension."

Independent rear suspension means that each back wheel can move up and down separately. This helps the car ride better and stay stable when turning.

Concept

Bolton

"A great part with this suspension is actually Bolton. So somebody that if they ever want to go back to stock, they can actually do that, keep the value of their car."

Bolton means that you can add parts to a car without making permanent changes. This way, you can take them off later if you want to go back to how the car was originally.

Car

Hellcat

"even up like your Hellcats and all the new blatant great stuff."

The Hellcat is a powerful version of the Dodge Challenger. It has a supercharged engine that makes it really fast and strong.

Term

E-Bodies

"So we started off with the E-Bodies and you know, you figure E-Body, B-Body is going to be our most popular product line."

E-Bodies are a type of car made by Chrysler in the 1970s, including models like the Dodge Challenger. They're known for being sporty and powerful, making them favorites among car fans.

Term

B-Bodies

"...you figure E-Body, B-Body is going to be our most popular product line."

B-Bodies are a category of cars made by Chrysler that includes models like the Dodge Charger. They're known for their classic design and strong performance, appealing to car lovers.

Car

Dodge Challengers

"is going to be our most popular product line. So challengers, chargers, kudos, things along those lines."

The Dodge Challenger is a big, powerful car that looks tough and is really fun to drive. It's a newer version of a classic car that many people loved back in the day.

Term

horsepower

"Everyone enjoys having high horsepower, but you need a suspension that can handle all that extra power."

Horsepower tells you how powerful an engine is. The higher the horsepower, the faster and more powerful the car can be.

Brand

Chevy

"Is Chevy or Ford still the biggest seller? It is, yeah."

Chevy is a popular car brand in the United States, known for making many different types of vehicles.

Car

Ford Mustang

"with the Mustang parts that is our bread and butter there."

The Mustang is a famous sports car made by Ford that many people love for its speed and style.

Car

Chevrolet Novas

"Follow it up by your Camaro's. Nova's still very hot sellers for us. We still do a lot with TriFibs also."

The Chevrolet Nova is a smaller car that people loved back in the day for being easy to drive and fix up. It's still popular today, especially for those who like to restore old cars.

Car

Chevrolet C10S

"...d hot rod chassis are in there. We are also doing C10s. You know, like all the way up to 87."

The Chevrolet C10 is an old pickup truck that many people love because it's sturdy and has a cool look. It's often restored and made into something special by car enthusiasts.

Part

coilover shocks

"Come standard with adjustable coil over shocks. You're going to get a power rack with that."

Coilover shocks are special parts of a car's suspension that help control how the car rides and handles. They can be adjusted to change how high or low the car sits.

Term

LS

"who make their LS as an example. GM Motors and LS."

LS refers to a type of V8 engine made by General Motors that is popular for its power and can be used in many different cars.

Company

GM Motors

"GM Motors and LS. Mm-hmm."

GM Motors, or General Motors, is a big car company that makes many different brands of vehicles.

Part

fuel injection

"Holley provided the fuel injection and the carburetors and things for"

Fuel injection is a way to get fuel into a car's engine so it can run. It helps the engine work better and use fuel more efficiently than older systems like carburetors.

Car

BMW 327S

"your 350s, your 327s, 383s and 400s."

The BMW 327 is an old car from the 1930s that many people admire for its beautiful design. It's a piece of history and is loved by those who enjoy classic cars.

Car

Ford Broncos

"that would be using Broncos some of the Roadster"

The Ford Bronco is a tough SUV that can handle rough roads and off-roading adventures. It's been around for a long time and just came back with a new version that many people are excited about.

Car

Shelby GT500

"...and people love it. And there's a Orange67 Shelby GT500 that was frankly fantastic. What have you noticed..."

The Shelby GT500 is a super-fast version of the Ford Mustang that many people love. It's known for being really powerful and looks awesome, making it a favorite among car fans.

Car

Ford Shelby Gt500

"...ontent and people love it. And there's a Orange67 Shelby GT500 that was frankly fantastic. What have you noticed..."
Car

Ford Model Ts

"And it started as a newsletter for people who were interested in Model A's and Model T's, Ford's. And it was only about vintage Ford stuff."

The Ford Model T is one of the very first cars that lots of people could afford. It was made a long time ago and is important because it changed how cars were built and sold.

Car

Chevrolet Corvette

"...d like the number one car you guys sell online is Corvette. Number two is a Mustang."

The Chevrolet Corvette is a super cool sports car that's really fast and looks amazing. It's been a favorite for many years because of how well it drives and its stylish design.

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