Engine Factory Donates Small Block Chevy V8 to Be Sold for Charity at Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Auction; All Proceeds of 450HP Small Block Chevy to Benefit Darrell Gwynn Foundation.PALM BEACH, Fla. -- The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company will auction a 450 horsepower small block Chevy 383 stroker V8 donated for charity by the Engine Factory during the fourth annual Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Collector Car Event. The engine will be sold at No Reserve at approximately 2:45 p.m. EST on Saturday April 1, 2006, Lot # 5000.1. Proceeds from the engine sale will be donated to the Darrell Gwynn Foundation. The fourth annual automotive lifestyle event at the South Florida Expo Center will include three days of No Reserve auction excitement from Thursday, March 30 through Saturday, April 1; SPEED will broadcast the event again this year. "The small block Chevy V8 is a legendary engine that has powered everything from European exotics to radical hot rods," noted Craig Jackson Craig Jackson may be:
The 383 Chevy Stroker contains parts from some of the most respected companies across the nation. Specialized parts includes an Eagle crankshaft, Federal-Mogul pistons, Edelbrock roller camshaft cylinder heads and 800 cfm carburetor, an Air Gap Polished intake manifold Noun 1. intake manifold - a manifold consisting of a pipe to carry fuel to each cylinder in an internal-combustion engine fuel system - equipment in a motor vehicle or aircraft that delivers fuel to the engine , MSD (MicroSoft Diagnostics) A utility that accompanied Windows 3.1 and DOS 6 that reported on the internal configuration of the PC. A variety of information on disks, video, drivers, IRQs and port addresses was provided. distributor, Zoops serpentine belt A serpentine belt is a single, continuous belt used to drive multiple peripheral devices in an automotive engine, such as an alternator, power steering pump, water pump, A/C compressor, air pump, etc. The belt may also be guided by idle pulleys, and/or belt tensioners. system with alternator alternator: see generator. alternator Source of direct electric current in modern vehicles for ignition, lights, fans, and other uses. The electric power is generated by an alternator mechanically coupled to the engine, with a rotor field coil , power steering power steering n. A device driven by the engine of a vehicle that facilitates the turning of the steering wheel by the driver. power steering Noun pump and air conditioning air conditioning, mechanical process for controlling the humidity, temperature, cleanliness, and circulation of air in buildings and rooms. Indoor air is conditioned and regulated to maintain the temperature-humidity ratio that is most comfortable and healthful. compressor compressor, machine that decreases the volume of air or other gas by the application of pressure. Compressor types range from the simple hand pump and the piston-equipped compressor used to inflate tires to machines that use a rotating, bladed element to achieve . "This engine is tuned for maximum performance," said Engine Factory owner Bruce Nelson. "Peak power is upwards of 450, with legendary Chevy reliability to keep the horses flowing for years. The Barrett-Jackson bidders appreciate the importance of a good motor; with the small block crossing the block for charity, we are expecting the enthusiasm levels to be extremely high." The Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach automotive lifestyle event will include a gala, vendor displays and three days of No Reserve auction excitement from Thursday, March 30 through Saturday, April 1, 2006, at the South Florida Expo Center. This year's event will include over 600 quality collector cars. Television coverage will be provided by SPEED. Information on the Engine Factory's Chevy V8 can be found at www.enginefactory.com or by calling (800) 326-6554. About Engine Factory Engine Factory has been supplying the world with muscle car turn key engines since 1969. We are a family owned and operated company that hand builds muscle car engines that are ready to run right out of the crate. We specialize in Chevrolet and Ford engines from mild to wild. For more information, visit www.enginefactory.com or call 1-800-326-6554. About Darrell Gwynn Foundation The Darrell Gwynn Foundation exists to prevent, provide for and ultimately cure spinal cord injuries Spinal Cord Injury Definition Spinal cord injury is damage to the spinal cord that causes loss of sensation and motor control. Description Approximately 10,000 new spinal cord injuries (SCIs) occur each year in the United States. and other debilitating de·bil·i·tat·ing adj. Causing a loss of strength or energy. Debilitating Weakening, or reducing the strength of. Mentioned in: Stress Reduction illnesses. To expedite specific cures, the Foundation assists in the funding of targeted research. The Foundation is also dedicated to injury prevention, with special emphasis on programs targeting children. The Foundation helps improve the quality of life for those already afflicted af·flict tr.v. af·flict·ed, af·flict·ing, af·flicts To inflict grievous physical or mental suffering on. [Middle English afflighten, from afflight, with injury or illness, by providing necessary equipment or special services. For more information, visit www.darrellgwynnfoundation.org or call (954) 792-7223. About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Barrett-Jackson specializes in providing products and services to classic and collector car owners, astute collectors and automotive enthusiasts around the world. The company produces the "World's Greatest Collector Car Events(TM)" in Scottsdale, Ariz., and Palm Beach, Fla. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit www.barrett-jackson.com or call (480) 421-6694. |
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