Military Mustang Part I
Build 4 begins in Colorado, when Tim surprises veteran Paul Kahler with a makeover. He earned a Purple Heart in Iraq, is a Sgt. with Colorado National Guard, and studies at night for degree in counseling. We take Paul's '67 coupe for a hot rod bui...
PARTS
Build 4 begins in Colorado, when Tim surprises veteran Paul Kahler with a makeover. He earned a Purple Heart in Iraq, is a Sgt. with Colorado National Guard, and studies at night for degree in counseling. We take Paul's '67 coupe for a hot rod build up.
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| Ford Racing 363 crate engine | Ford Racing Parts | CLICK FOR MORE |
| E-205 aluminum small block Ford cylinder heads | Edelbrock | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Performer 750 cfm 4 barrel carburetor | Edelbrock | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Victor Jr. Aluminum Intake | Edelbrock | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Front accessory drive / pulley system | Jones Racing | CLICK FOR MORE |
| 7qt oil pan and pick up screen | Canton Racing Products | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Direct fit aluminum radiator for 67-69 Mustang | Be Cool | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Miscellaneous hardware/fasteners | Industrial Depot | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Complete engine bolt kit | ARP | CLICK FOR MORE | Electrical |
| Classic Update Series complete wiring kit | American Autowire | CLICK FOR MORE | Exhaust |
| AmericanThunder complete exhaust system for 67-70 Mustang | Flowmaster | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Super Comp Full Length Headers | Hooker Headers | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Satin black high temperature exhaust coating | Nitro Plate | CLICK FOR MORE | Chassis |
| Rack and pinion power steering complete conversion kit | Unisteer | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Stainless gas tank | Rick's Stainless Tanks | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Body panels, interior trim, carpet, headliner, window assemblies, weatherstrip, bumpers, grill surround, and misc. accessories | National Parts Depot | CLICK FOR MORE | Brakes |
| 6-piston front 14" big brake kit, 4 piston rear 13" big brake kit , black anodized master cylinder, brake proportioning valve , and brake fluid. | Wilwood Engineering | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Stainless steel brake line kit | Speedway Motors | CLICK FOR MORE | Interior |
| Custom designed / upholstered interior | Hudson's Rod & Customs | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Billet door handles, window cranks, gas and brake pedals | Clayton Machine Works | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Aluminum center console | Hand Made Seat Co. | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Shifter and cables | Lokar Performance Products | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Boom Mat acoustical / sound deadening products | DEI | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Replacement paintable tilit steering column | ididit | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Interior fabric, foam, supplies | Farber Sales | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Custom painted replacement gauge cluster | Classic Instruments | CLICK FOR MORE | Wheels/Tires |
| 18" Big Block billet aluminum wheels | bonspeed | CLICK FOR MORE |
| 255/35/18 front and 285/35/18 rear FK452 series | Falken Tire | CLICK FOR MORE | Body/Exterior |
| Automotive refinishing product / paint | Dupont Automotive Paint | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Body primer, sanding supplies, tape etc. | Auto Body Color & Supply | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Powder coating supplies | Powder-X | CLICK FOR MORE | Entertainment & Security System |
| XI Amp, 2 10 Solo Baric L3 Subwoofers, QS Series matched mids and tweeters | Kicker Audio | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Blueray, mp3 player head unit | Clarion | CLICK FOR MORE | Suspension |
| Complete coil-over conversion kit with upper and lower front control arms and 4-link rear system, and front sway bar assembly | Ride Tech | CLICK FOR MORE | Drivetrain |
| Automatic overdrive transmission and torque converter | Bowler | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Paddle Shifter assembly and control module | Powertrain Control Solutions | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Mustang Direct Fit 9-Plus rear end with 31-spline axles and nodular iron center section with 4.11 gears | Currie Enterprises | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Custom made driveshaft | Denny's Drive Shaft | CLICK FOR MORE | A/C System |
| Perfect Fit Elite air conditioning system for 67-68 Mustang | Classic Auto Air | CLICK FOR MORE | Miscelleanous |
| Billet hood hinge kit, exterior door handles | The Ring Brothers | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Automotive Rendering | Problem Child Kustoms | CLICK FOR MORE | Fluids |
| Engine oil, transmission fluid, gear oil | Royal Purple | CLICK FOR MORE |
| Super duty antifreeze | Be Cool | CLICK FOR MORE |
VOLUNTEERS
All of the PowerBlock hosts and crew are proud to be associated with the custom builders who have donated their time and expertise on Search and Restore.
Edelbrock
Torrance, CA
High performance hot rod guru Vic Edelbrock is on board with our commitment to helping viewers and their rides. So Vic donated a complete top end for our Ford 363, featuring E-205 aluminum cylinder heads, Victor Jr. intake, and Performer 750 cfm carburetor.
Ford Racing
Detroit, MI
Following the old Hot Rodding adage that there is no substitute for cubes, Ford Racing takes the popular 302 based stroker to the max with its new 500 horsepower Z363 crate engine.
Ride Tech
Jasper, IN
Specializing in suspension systems for hundreds of applications, President Bret Voelkel made sure our '67 pony was outfitted with one of their complete coil over systems providing the ultimate in ride quality, handling performance, technical support and simplicity of installation! Darren and Mick volunteered to make sure everything was installed correctly.
Bowler Performance Transmissions
Lawrenceville, IL
Since 1963, Bowler Performance Transmission tailors their transmissions to fit each vehicle specification. Bowler specializes in transmission rebuilding, updating performance to outlast the original design. Attention to detail is Bowler's focus.
Mitch Henderson Designs
Famersville, TX
Mitch brought his "A-Team" of fabricators and body men. His is a full service design firm, speed shop, machine shop all dedicated to building the finest custom automobiles anywhere. Mitch shut down his shop for a whole week and drove in from Texas as a personal favor to Tim, and to our soldier.
Hudson Rod & Customs
Strawberry Plains, TN
Homer Hudson and his son Will put their heart and soul into building high end interiors and hot rods for their clients. Since 2004, it's Hudson's desire to make this a lifelong business for future generations & devoted hot rod fans. Their interior work on Paul's Mustang is second to none.
Conestogo Motors
Claremore, OK
Owner & lead mechanic, Steve Mank has over 30 years experience building classic street machines, muscle cars, and hot rods. He helped create legendary movie cars like the modern Batmobile, the General Lee, The Flintstones, the mobile Kit from Knight Rider and more. Now his full fabrication and metal shop outside Tulsa, OK, caters to car enthusiasts who want their dream car built from scratch, or those who want Steve to finish their current project.
Hand Made Seat Co.
Meridian, MS
Jamey Jordan is owner and artist in residence. His hand fabricated all-aluminum buckets are sought out for their uniqueness and craftsmanship. Jamey worked with the guys from Hudson's and Clayton Machine, to help build one amazing interior for Paul's Mustang.
Mustang Central
Byron, GA
Mustang Central is a one stop shop for all Mustang needs from '64 ½ to present. Allan Shepley is a pony car guru, and he and David Sams helped with every aspect of our '67 project. They also build Chevy's, Pontiac's, Mopars, your name it, and specialize in restomods, interiors, engine & transmissions, and numbers matching restorations.
PowerTrain Control Solutions
Ashland, VA
Powertrain Control Solutions, LLC. was founded in April, 2003 to design and manufacture electronic control systems for vehicular powertrain systems. They focus on engineering the highest quality control systems at low cost. PCS's unique approach combines hard work and experience to deliver excellent products with superb support.
Fog Designs Racing
Bloomington, IL
Jeff Dunnam is a paint & body man/fabricator and assistant team manager with Fog Designs, a sign company out of Bloomington, IL. They sponsor Fog Designs BMX race team. Their organization helps riders of all ages have fun and improve their riding abilities. Fog participates in both regional and national BMX and mountain biking competitions.
Clayton Machine Works
Madison, AL
Clayton Machine Works specializes in custom fabricated brake pedals, pro touring door handles, interior & exterior trim, dome lights and more, all done with an artistic flair that sets Clay Johnson and his company on the top shelf of custom automotive parts.
Classic Auto Air
Grapevine, TX
One of the things our soldier asked for in his classic was something that the car didn't have from the factory: air conditioning. Classic Auto Air provided their complete Custom Fit Elite system to make sure Paul had heat, air and defrost.
Kicker Audio
Stillwater, OK
Global trainer/installer John Myers lent his custom fabrication skills to create one awesome audio entertainment system featuring a Clarion head unit, and Kicker's top of the line components.
Trik Hotrods
Peoria, IL
David Neal specializes in custom and hot rod 60's and 70's era pick up trucks.
Problem Child Kustoms
Higley, AZ
From automotive renderings, concept and design, custom auto artist Brian Stupski created the artwork from Tim Strange's vision.
Holden Automotive Machine
Oneida, IL
Holden Automotive Machine is a family owned business located in Central Illinois and focuses on everything from stock engine rebuilding, all out performance engines, Diesels, to custom welding and fabrication of "one off" parts.
Cherokee Steel
Lebanon, TN
Cherokee Steel of Lebanon, TN sent shop foreman Matt Dockery who offered up his welding and metal fabrication skills for Paul's Mustang. Matt is the younger brother of WyoTech grad Jason Dockery. Jason was chosen as a top student from their Laramie campus in the fields of Automotive Technology, Chassis Fab and Street Rod.
SERVICES
All of the PowerBlock hosts and crew are proud to be associated with the custom builders who have donated their time and expertise on Search and Restore.
Red Kap Work Wear
Nashville, TN
Red Kap, America's leading producer of work clothing since 1923, is the Official Work Shirt of the PowerBlock. Special thanks to Red Kap for equipping the Search & Restore build team work shirts that stood up to the restoration.
The Industrial Depot
Gainesville, GA
Industrial Depot has supplied PowerBlock shows industrial fasteners, hardware & shop supplies for years, so it's no surprise they sent in volunteers for Search & Restore. Jeep build specialists Brian and Zachary Darr are avid off-roaders who run Darr's Custom Design & Collision Repair in Jerseyville, IL. With experience in everything from diesels to semis, this multi-talented father and son team were key players in the custom Mustang project.
Misfit Motors
Franklin, TN
Will Hewitt of Misfit Motors helped get the Mustang a properly working air conditioning system. He added brand new oil to the compressor which was shipped dry, and charged the system with r-134a refrigerant. After checking and determining there were no leaks, left the team with a fully functioning a/c system.
Milestone Custom Paint & Body
Mt. Juliet, TN
Jacob Miles and his team, Clarence Miller Jr. and Perry Turner specialize in frame off restorations with emphasis on specialty body work, media blasting and custom paint. Jacob most recent project, the '57 Chevy Nomad "Zandy Wagon" has appeared on PowerBlock and has been a SEMA Show feature car.
Nitro Plate
Nashville, TN
The team at Nitroplate Nashville offered their services to apply their proprietary Nitroplate Bright ceramic coating to our headers and exhaust system. It provides thermal protection up 1300 degrees, helps scavenging and looks great.
Nashville High Lift
Nashville, TN
Nashville High Lift donated a giant scissor lift for the nice high wide camera shots of the PowerBlock Tech Center. The company offers a variety of equipment to meet the need of any job, includes scissor lifts, boom lifts, rough terrain forklifts and various industrial lifts.
Lifesize Video Conferencing
Dallas, TX
Lifesize, the leader in video conferencing and PowerBlock have teamed up to provide two way communications in Search & Restore episodes allowing The Kahler Family to check in with the build team for updates in real time 1080p high definition.
AutoBody Color & Supply
Nashville, TN
AutoBody Color & Supply's Brian Smith and team have provided the PowerBlock quality paint mixing systems, paints and body and painting supplies for years. They are a PPG Platinum distributor & Training Center for certification with 7 locations.
Advanced Auto Glass
Nashville, TN
Finding and installing auto glass is a job best left to a specialist. Auto glass expert Mike Dante is the guy PowerBlock shows turn to when they need to replace glass in a classic vehicle. Mike's specialty is supplying and installing hard to find auto glass.
EPISODES
Search & Restore / 2012
'55 Chevy Handyman Wagon Pt. I
'55 Chevy Handyman Wagon Part II
'55 Chevy Handyman Wagon Part III
'55 Chevy Handyman Wagon Finale
4-Gen '48 Ford Truck Part I
4-Gen '48 Ford Truck Part II
4-Gen '48 Ford Truck Part III
4-Gen '48 Ford Truck Part Finale
'51 Hudson Hornet Pt. I
'51 Hudson Hornet Part II
'51 Hudson Hornet Part III
'51 Hudson Hornet Part Finale
'74 Challenger Part I
'74 Challenger Part II
'74 Challenger Part III
'74 Challenger Part Finale
EPISODES
Search & Restore / 2011
'67 Casper Nova Part I
'67 Casper Nova Part II
'67 Casper Nova Part III
'67 Casper Nova Finale
'94 GMC Part I
'94 GMC Part II
'94 GMC Part III
'94 GMC Finale
Jeep TJ on Steroids Part I
Jeep TJ on Steroids Part II
Jeep TJ on Steroids Part III
Jeep TJ Reveal & Trail Ride
Military Mustang Part I
Military Mustang Part II
Military Mustang Part III
Military Mustang Finale
EPISODES
Search & Restore / 2010
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EPISODES
Search & Restore / 2009
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CLIPS
Search & Restore / 2011
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