Make sure you check out the pictures from the 2nd Annual Race and Performance Expo Championship.

2nd Annual
Race & Performance Expo a Great Success!!

WOW!  What a great show it was!

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU

The 2nd Annual Race & Performance Expo has turned out to be the BEST YET! Our high quality manufactures and exhibitors were working hard to meet, greet and answer all the questions from the thousands and thousands of attendees that came through the door. The seminars were great and the engine challenge was fantastic! It's no wonder that they were "beat" by the end of the weekend. Everyone here at Race & Performance Expo would like to thank all the exhibitors that put in all the long hours and hard work to make this the Midwest's Largest Race & Performance Expo! And a special thank you to all the Jobbers, Racers, Schools, Media, and Fans that came to experience first hand the excitement of the show. NEXT YEARS RACE & PERFORMANCE DATE HAS BEEN SET! MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR MARCH 6 & 7, 2010

Nickey Chicago Inc. was "The Original Super Car Headquarters" Some of the most Radical Street/Strip cars known to exist were created in the 1960's and 70's in Nickey's Hi-Performance shop. Nickey was known for the monstrous big block Camaros, Chevelles, Novas, Gassers and af/x cars they produced, as well as their catalogue selling almost any Hi-Performance accessory you could imagine, literally from Accel to Zoom. Nickey is back in business to serve all your Hi-Performance needs! We have reintroduced the Nickey line of "Kit" af/x and Gassers for 1962-1967 Novas/Chevy II's as well as 1955,56,57 Chevys. We have a complete line of Nickey engines available for just about any Hi-Performance application. We are also taking orders for our 2010 Nickey Super Camaros.
We will also be taking applications for the Nickey Chicago Chevy Vette Fest Nationals this November 21-22. Stop by and don't miss our display!

 VP Racing Fuel is giving away 1 barrel of top quality M1 VP Methanol, to enter, forms are available at Mateer Oil's booth # 531

 G-Force Racing Gear always puts safety, quality and value first. G-Force Racing Gear insists that top quality research and development, material and construction techniques be a paramount concern in each and every G-Force product they manufacture for your ultimate safety. We welcome G-Force Racing gear to their second Race and Performance Expo.

 For 50 years since its founding in 1957, the name Milodon has been synonymous with premium quality racing components. Milodon started with Milo Franklin and Don Alderson, hence the name of MILO-DON. Don was a racer, both at the drag races and the salt flats, and an aerospace engineer. We welcome Milodon to their First Race and Performance Expo.

 D & M Corvette sells all year Corvettes, Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Service, Restoration, Fabrication and Performance Shop  We welcome D & M Corvette to their second Race and Performance Expo.

Burseth Racing will be returning for the 2ed year to the Race & Performance Expo in our 20ft. booth #'s 707 and 709. Burseth Racing sells racing gear and performance parts to the professional racer and the street and performance enthusiast. We are a warehouse distributor of over 40 lines including, PUMA, Alpinestar, Bell, GoPro, KW, Fabspeed, Vortech Superchargers, APS, Corsa, Borla, Kotchkis, Cobra Seats, Cosworth, Diablosport, Stoptech, Bremo, Unique garage, V-13R, T-Rex, and more! We are looking for new dealers. We also sell to the general public. Stop by our booth and check out our show specials.

 From the late 90's to current day Diamond has solely dedicated itself to manufacturing forged pistons. With this being said, Diamond has updated all of its machinery so we can offer our customers the state of the industry in machining. Diamond is dedicated to customer service and has a strong commitment to quality. We welcome Diamond Pistons to their First Race and Performance Expo.

Pit Mat USA has been serving the Racing community for over five years. They specialize in providing affordable pit flooring for your race team , and They offer quality and reliable products you can count on. In addition, their friendly and professional staff can answer any questions you may have about their company and services. We welcome Pit Mat to their First Race and Performance Expo.

 WE ARE FILTER GEEKS! The ability to provide the highest quality products isn't something that comes overnight. For us, it came through hundreds of hours of testing. Our devotion to product testing and constant innovation has enabled us to create products that surpass industry standards and the standards of so-called performance filters on the market today. The Race and Performance Expo welcomes R2C to their First RP Expo.

Maxx Performance, Inc. is a manufacture of Fuel jugs, Fuel cells, Funnels, seats, and flywheels just to name a few items. We welcome to their First Race and Performance Expo.

 For over thirty five years Indy Cylinder Head has been supplying the aftermarket with high quality engine parts and complete engines. We welcome Indy Cylinder Head to their second Race and Performance Expo.

Total Seal Piston Rings continue to show up on the world's fastest, from Winston Cup to IMCA to IRL, from marine to drag racing, oval track to off road - nobody builds piston rings that seal better than Total Seal. This will be their first Race and Performance Expo.

Bill Simpson's new company, Impact Racing, offers the latest and most innovative safety equipment from helmets and gloves to shoes, suits and restraints. This will be their first Race and Performance Expo.

Xtreme Motorsports Gear sells helmets and accessories, lubricants, battery chargers, custom accessories, tie downs, shop supplies and more. This will be their first Race and Performance Expo.

R & R Wire Loom sells many different products. Besides the obvious wire looms they sell cable ties, labels, heat shrink, switches, relays, wire, connectors, battery accessories and more.  This will be their first Race and Performance Expo.

Midwest Converters With over 18 years of transmission rebuilding, they opened Midwest Converter Inc,  manufacturing, and distribution nation wide from many warehouse locations. They're more than qualified to serve your needs. This will be their first Race and Performance Expo.

 Dyers Top Rods was started by Gary Dyer and his son Billy Dyer in 1995.  The company name at that time was Dyer's Billet Rods.  The company was purchased in November 1999 and the company name was changed to Dyer's Top Rods. This will be their first Race and Performance Expo.

Mittler Bros. Machine and Tools started their company in a 2,500 square foot wreck of a building and, now, they have moved to a new 58,000 square foot ultra-modern manufacturing facility. Designing and Selling the finest in Automotive Specialty tools. This will be their first Race and Performance Expo.

Our goal here at Steve Schmidt Racing Engines is to provide our valued customers with the best engine combination to fit their application and budget. We do not stop their though. We are also here to assist our customers after the sale so they have the best possible success! This will be their first Race and Performance Expo.

CV Products serves a diverse range of customers in the racing and performance industries, both domestically and overseas, including asphalt and dirt forms of stock car and open wheel racing, drag racing, offroad, offshore marine, kart/jr. dragster, hot rod, MX/ATV, and more. Come see them at the Race and Performance Expo.

Bullseye Power is a leader in the design and manufacturing of aftermarket performance turbochargers and turbo components.  We produce the highest performing turbo components available on the market and supply components to some of the largest turbocharger manufacturers in the world. Please welcome them to their first Race and Performance Expo.

Jomar Performance is CNC machined components for the serious competitor
Pro-model and Ultra-lite stud girdle bars for virtually ever popular high performance cylinder head currently produced. Jomar will be joining us for their first RP Expo.

Come visit Aeromotive Massive 20' X 60' foot PRI /Sema Display at their 2nd RP Expo. They will be displaying the latest in racing fuel system technology. From fuel pumps to stainless braided fuel line Aeromotive has it all.

For over four decades, the Weld Racing brand has been known throughout the automotive aftermarket as the premier aluminum race wheel manufacturer in all forms of motorsports. Weld Racing will attend their first Race and Performance Expo.

K&N the longtime leader in High Performance filtration will be attending their 2nd Race and Performance Expo. If you want to save gas and gain horsepower at the same time K&N is the solution for you.

For more than 30 years, our passionate dedication to technological development through R&D has set VP apart from every other race fuel company. What's behind this passion to stay on the leading edge of performance? It's a recognition that we're manufacturing performance parts. That's right-fuel is a performance part as critical to your program as a camshaft or piston. Visit the Matter Oil booth to see the latest in VP fuels.

Strange Engineering has over 40-years of manufacturing experience in the performance industry. Strange has grown from creating products inside a two car garage in the late 50's to an industry leading manufacturing company housed on a 120,000 square foot site. We are excited to have them at their first Race and Performance Expo.

Eagle's commitment from their conception in 1992, is to deliver excellent service and a superior product. Making some the industries best Crankshafts and Connecting Rods. We would like to welcome them to their first RP Expo.

 At Harlow Tire Racing, we have been dealing with racing tires and wheels since 1965. We're a name you can trust.

    We carry a full line of race products, such as Goodyear, Hoosier, Mickey Thompson, Phoenix (Firestone), BF Goodrich, Centerline, Cragar, Moroso, and all the accessories necessary to win that big race. All tires have matched roll-out or we don't sell them. We ship tire and wheel combinations already mounted and balanced, all you do is bolt them on. This will be Harlow's 2nd RP Expo.

With their technological edge and strong performance background, Powermaster has rapidly becoming a force in the industry. Built in service and backed by an enviable reputation for product quality and reliability, Powermaster tests every starter and alternator on their dynos. Whether in your race car, street vehicle, off-roader, motorcycle or boat, rest assured Powermaster will get you started and keep you going. Powermaster is returning for their 2nd Race and Performance Expo.

ProCharger supercharger systems are absolutely the most powerful and reliable supercharger systems available for your vehicle. For street use or at the track, Intercooled ProCharger supercharger systems will deliver the largest increase in horsepower and torque available from any supercharger system. And thanks to the extremely low charge air temperatures provided by ProCharger technology, ProCharger systems also provide much better engine longevity by protecting your motor from detonation. ProCharger systems are designed with a fundamental understanding of the physics behind supercharging, and are engineered to the highest quality standards. We are excited to have them coming to their first RP Expo

FOR OVER 25 YEARS, GLASSTEK HAS BEEN THE MUSCLE CAR ENTHUSIAST AND RACER'S CHOICE FOR QUALITY FIBERGLASS PRODUCTS. Welcome back Glasstek to their 2nd Race and Performance Expo.

Founded in 1999, Edge Products has become the premier name for aftermarket performance electronics. Initially, the company was built on its efforts to produce performance electronics for diesel-powered trucks. Over the years, however, Edge has expanded its offerings to include cutting-edge products for the gas, truck, and Jeep markets. Edge will be returning for their 2nd RP Expo.

For over 35 years, RAM has produced the world's top performing competition and street performance clutch systems.  We have developed, improved, and produced in house, tried and true clutch components and systems that provide the highest performance value. Ram will be attending their 2nd Race and Performance Expo.

MSD Ignition is leading the pack into the future of performance ignition systems. They have always been know as the leader in performance ignition systems, and their goal is to be the source for all of your performance electronics needs. This will be their 2nd Race and Performance Expo.

With 80,000 members and more than 35,000 licensed competitors, NHRA is a thriving leader in the world of motorsports. Parks initially started NHRA as a means of getting hot rodders off the streets and on to legal dragstrips. Since those early days, NHRA has evolved into the largest promoter of professional drag racing in the world. Today, with more than 300 dedicated employees, NHRA offers drag racing opportunities for hot rod enthusiasts of all levels, from kids ages 8-17 in the NHRA Jr. Drag Racing League all the way up to the top of the professional ranks with the organization's NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series.

If you're looking for the best in hot rod sales, you've come to the right place. Snug Harbor Hot Rods offers a wide range of both new and used cars. Their experience in the automobile business allows them to find you the right automobile for you. We welcome them to their first RP Expo.

Computech Systems, Inc. is home of the DataMaxx Data Logger, RaceAir Pro, Exhaust Gas Temp Monitor, O2 Sensors and many more products for the racer. This will be their first Race and Performance Expo.

Team Stradale is a full service State of the Art racing facility located in the heart of Illinois racing, Joliet, Illinois. Come check out all of their amazing services at the 2nd Annual Race and Performance Expo

The Midwestern Council of Sports Car Clubs (MCSCC) prides itself on a family-friendly atmosphere and emphasis is on fun and safety first. Safety has always been paramount, and the combination of thorough driver training, tough stewarding and sensible competition has given the group a national reputation for its competitive programs and members. Welcome back MCSCC to their 2nd RP Expo.

At SSBC, braking is all we do. It's who we are. Our experts are dedicated to bringing you the best braking technology, for as much as 25% shorter stopping distances. We have and will continue to take steps to improve our capabilities. RP Expo welcome Stainless Steel Brakes to our second show.

Trans-Dapt Performance Products, which is now part of the Hedman group of performance companies, has been providing quality performance parts to the racing industry for the last 50 years. We welcome Tran-Dapt to their second RP Expo.

Whether you’re a Pro or sportsman racer, Hedman Hedders builds your hedder with one goal in mind, optimum performance. Even if you’re not a racer, the lessons Hedman learns at the track and on the dyno, make it into every street hedder they design. We welcome Hedman Hedders to their second RP Expo.

Aeroquip products include all pressure ranges of hose, fittings, adapters, couplings and other fluid connectors, as well as precision plastic molded and extruded products for the automotive and industrial markets. We welcome Aeroquip to their second RP Expo.

Dart Machinery began in humble surroundings. Richard Maskin founded Dart in 1981 in a two-car garage in Oak Park, Mich. In the years since Maskin started his business with desk and a telephone, Dart has become the leader in aftermarket cylinder heads, intake manifolds and engine blocks. We welcome Dart Machinery to their second RP Expo.

Taylor Cable has been setting the pace for EIGHT DECADES with quality products such as Performance Ignition Plug Wires, Battery Cables, Wiring Harnesses, Vertex Magnetos and other quality High Performance Ignition and Electrical Components and Accessories. We welcome Taylor/Vertex to their second RP Expo.

Wicks Aircraft Supply has for more than 30 years helped homebuilders turn their “pipe” dreams into high-flying realities. In the air and on the ground.  This will be Wicks 1st RP Expo.

G-Force Racing Gear always puts safety, quality and value first. G-Force Racing Gear insists that top quality research and development, material and construction techniques be a paramount concern in each and every G-Force product they manufacture for your ultimate safety. This will be G-Force Racing Gear's 2nd RP Expo.

Aurora Bearing offers a complete line of standard rod end and spherical bearings.  We also design and manufacture spherical bearings to meet a variety of applications that require custom engineered units or special materials.

Ivan Gandrud Chevy is the largest GM Performance Parts dealer in the region. They ship through-out the entire Midwest.We welcome Ivan Gandrud Chevrolet to their 1st RP Expo.

Joe Gibbs Driven Oil is formulated specifically for racing engines and older style flat-tappet engines.  "Today's engine oil is just not the same as it used to be, thanks to the ever tightening environmental regulations."Joe Gibbs Driven Racing Oil contains all of the correct additives, like Zinc, Phosphorus and Sulfur in addition to the highest quality base oils to protect your engine. We welcome Joe Gibbs Driven Racing Oil to their 1st RP Expo.

CVR High Performance is located in Ontario, Canada. They manufacture starters, alternators, oil pumps, water pumps, vacuum pumps, and various billet accessories. We welcome CVR to their 1st RP Expo.

Midwest Control Products Corp (MCP) began operations in 1967. Originally a tube fabricator, MCP has expanded its product line over the years to now include linkages (ball joints, clevises, clevis spring pins, spherical rod ends and yoke ends), flat bar fabrications, tube fabrications, upset forgings, wireforms, contract zinc electroplating and contract powder painting. We welcome Midwest Control Products to their 1st RP Expo.

Known as "America's Number 1 Shifter Company", Hurst proudly maintains a wide variety of quality products for the performance enthusiast. Over the years, Hurst has been the OEM shifter supplier for the Pontiac GTO, Plymouth Barracuda, Plymouth Super Bird, Ford Mustang Boss 302, Oldsmobile, AMC and now the new Dodge SRT-10 Pick-Up, just to name a few. We Welcome Hurst Shifters to their 2nd RP Expo.

Demon carburetors are establishing new standards in performance. Different by design, race-winning Race Demons and King Demons by Barry Grant deliver performance on the track, while Road Demons and Speed Demon carbs deliver power and superb drivability on the street. Also available are the Mighty Demon carburetor, Crate Engine Demons, 2-barrel Demons, and Marine Demon carburetors. We Welcome Demon Carburetors to their 2nd RP Expo.

For over 25 years, ACCEL has been the leader in performance ignition systems and components. ACCEL offers a wide range of performance products including digital fuel injection systems, fuel injectors, coils, distributors, caps, rotors, ignition wires and spark plugs. We Welcome Accel to their 2nd RP Expo.

100's of Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine Challenge Photos from the Chevy Vettefest available to view! Click here!

United Engine and Machine Company was started in 1922 in Fresno, California by Deuta Sulprizio, Sr. UEM manufactures the Silv-O-Lite OE aftermarket piston line, KB Performance Pistons (including the motorcycle division), and The Claimer Performance Piston Series. United Engine and Machine Company is now enjoying more than 80 years in business. We Welcome KB Pistons to their 2nd RP Expo.

 Billet Specialties is proud to be one of the most recognized names in the Hot Rod industry. With over 600 accessory products and 90 plus wheel styles Billet Specialties has the most diverse product line in the industry and its growing every day. No other billet wheel or accessory manufacturer can make that claim. They have been delivering the most innovative wheels, interior, exterior and engine dress up accessories to enthusiasts since 1985. We Welcome Billet Specialties to their 1st RP Expo.

 VFN has been a part of racing history since starting in '1969. It all started with two brothers that were into drag racing, and needed to lighten up their car. So they made their own fiberglass parts. It wasn't long before other racers were asking for parts of their own, Now over 30 years later VFN is still working hard to produce the quality fiberglass, that racers have come to expect. We Welcome VFN to their 2nd RP Expo.

The Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine Challenge at the Chevy Vettefest was a huge success. 11 High School Teams competed in the semi-finals to earn the right to play for the Championship at our Race & Performance Expo in February. Congratulations to Joliet Central, William Fremd, Tech Center of DuPage, South Elgin, Hoffman Estates, Streamwood, Glenbrook North, Lockport and 1st alternate Carl Schurz. A BIG THANK YOU goes out to TIM FREEMAN and HIS EXCEPTIONAL CREW for working long hours in putting this exciting event on. Also to BOB ASHTON of CHAMPION AUTO SHOWS INC. for allowing us to hold this event at CHEVY VETTEFEST. For further details and more information please see our "ENGINE CHALLENGE" webpage on this website.

ARP’s product line contains of thousands of part numbers, and has expanded to include virtually every fastener found in an engine and driveline. These range from quality high performance OEM replacement parts to exotic specialty hardware for Formula 1, IndyCar, NASCAR and NHRA drag racing and marine applications. We Welcome ARP to their 2nd RP EXpo.

Come and visit us at the Chevy VetteFest this Saturday & Sunday! November 22 & 23, 2008 RP Expo will have a booth across from the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine Challenge-see 11 High-Schools qualify for 8 slots for the Super Bowl Shoot-Out. It's Fun & Exciting!!

In the last 27 years Lefthander Chassis has fabricated over 2,500 Stock Car chassis’s for Modified, ASA Late & Super Late Model, Truck and classes that allow offset designs.  Using new technology and learning from many years of championships, Lefthander is now building lighter, faster cars for the future of Stock Car Racing with their new Lightweight 2009 Overtail Design.  This new design will set the standard for safety and weight savings for chassis building in the years to come.  In addition to the winning chassis’s that they build, Lefthander also offers complete product lines from most major aftermarket vendors and offer all fabricated accessories needed to complete the build-up of your car.  Visit the Lefthander display at the RP Expo to check out all that they offer for your Stock Car Racing needs. 

PerTronix Performance Products have been manufacturing ignition and exhaust products for over 40 years. Originally known as Per-Lux, the company was founded in 1962. From classic cars to forklift trucks, PerTronix continues to supply the performance that their customers deserve. We welcome PerTronix Performance to their second RP Expo.

Every Doug’s header is tuned with the proper tube size and length to efficiently remove all the exhaust from each cylinder, reducing pumping losses resulting in a dramatic increases in horsepower and torque. Doug's Headers will be returning for their second Race & Performance Expo.

If you need components to build your own header and exhaust system… Patriot Exhaust is the place to come! Mild steel, 304 stainless steel and aluminized bends are available in 1 1/4” to 4” diameters with a multitude of radius and wall thickness choices at affordable prices. Patriot Exhaust will be returning for their second Race & Performance Expo.

Rick Moroso, Owner and President of Moroso Performance Products as well as driver for the Moroso Racing Team will be making a

SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE at the 2nd Annual Race & Performance Expo!

 Steve Matusek, President of the popular fuel-component company Aeromotive Inc. and his record setting Modular-Powered '07 Shelby GT500 will be making a

SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE at the 2nd Annual Race & Performance Expo!

Bradley Speed & Sport located in Bradley, IL. Carries a large selection of Hi-Performance products to meet your every need. Bradley Speed & Sport will be returning for their second Race & Performance Expo.

The Legendary

Vic Edelbrock

will once again make a SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE at

The second RP Expo!

 Edelbrock will be returning to the Race and Performance Expo in 2009 with their BIG RED EDELBROCK RACING TRAILER.

Moroso Performance Products is one of the worlds most respected suppliers of automotive equipment for racing and street performance applications. Moroso will be bringing their MOROSO RACE SUPPORT TRAILER to show at this years RP Expo.

   The industry leading aftermarket Mopar shop offering everything from complete engines to the smallest part you may need to improve your Mopars output and performance. Whether it's your favorite muscle car or a new Dodge truck, Hughes Engines have the answer. We welcome Hughes Engines to their second RP Expo.

   Butler Performance is your #1 source for high performance Pontiac parts, engine kits, balanced rotating assemblies & stroker kits, short blocks, and complete Pontiac engines for any application. We welcome Butler Performance to their second RP Expo.

   Born on the backroads of America in the years after World War II, drag racing got its start in dry lake beds and on abandoned air strips. Hot rodders have gathered together since the early 1930s to test engines and break speeds. Cordova Dragway Park has grown into a modern facility that hosts nearly 15,000 fans a year and serves as a major tourist attraction. We welcome Cordova Dragway Park to their First RP Expo.

   Built in the 1960’s this drag race track is 60 ft. wide and 4000 ft. long with 350 ft. concrete launch pads.  The drag strip is asphalt.  Cedar Falls Raceway has been under IHRA and NHRA Sanctions and is currently a NHRA Member Track. We welcome Cedar Falls Raceway to their First RP Expo.

   Drag racing strip just north of Eddyville, IA Hosts IHRA events, high school racing , Hawkeye Junior Nationals, motorcycle racing and more! We welcome Eddyville Raceway Park to their First RP Expo.

   COMP Cams® manufactures truly superior hydraulic and solid flat tappet, hyd and mechanical roller, and overhead camshafts for everything from OE replacement to full race, designed and manufactured using cutting-edge technology and the finest engineering in the industry. Whether your engine is naturally aspirated, or you run nitrous, or a supercharger or turbo, our cams make more horsepower than any other. We welcome TCI to their second RP Expo.

  Founded nearly 40 years ago in Memphis, Tennessee, TCI® Automotive was born out of a passion for racing and the pursuit of engineering excellence. Over the years, we've combined our twin goals of performance and  reliability to develop products that deliver unmatched value for your performance dollar. Our manufacturing and distribution facility boasts over 100,000 square feet of state-of-the-art equipment -staffed by dedicated, highly-trained employees. We welcome TCI to their second RP Expo.

  ZEX™ introduces the first nitrous system specially engineered for the performance and safety needs of the late model fuel injected engine owners. When designing their fuel injected nitrous system, ZEX™ engineers looked at the required configurations. Taking into consideration the unique needs of the fuel injected engine performance enthusiasts, ZEX™ designers created the safest, cleanest and easiest to install nitrous system you can buy. This is Zex's second RP Expo.

 No matter if your application is street, race, or marine, FAST™ has the products and technical assistance to put the latest in fuel injection engineering and technology into your engine compartment. From power programmers for bone stock throttle body injected vehicles to  the  latest  in  competition  EFI  technology,  the computer controlled performance experts at FAST™ have all of the parts that you need to make hi-tech horsepower!.

  Racing Head Service™, the legendary innovator of cylinder head technology, is back with the latest in high performance cylinder head design. Utilizing the expertise of the industry-leading COMP Performance Group™ engineering team, the acquired resources of Pro Topline cylinder heads, and the most advanced cylinder head manufacturing foundry in the world, RHS™ has reemerged as the performance cylinder head leader. We welcome RHS to their second RP Expo.

  ROSS Racing Pistons began production of high-end forged aluminum racing pistons in 1979. In an era where most manufacturing factories have been gobbled up by large multinational holding companies, ROSS is owned by Ken and Moe, the two founders, who after 28 years, continue to work full time at ROSS and oversee the day to day operations of the company. We welcome ROSS Racing Pistons to their first RP Expo.

 BBK has lived and breathed EFI performance now for over 20 years & now are taking that knowledge and experience to another level by introducing new performance applications for even more of today's modern cars & Trucks.
BBK builds quality performance parts that exceed that of the OEM manufacturer. Without exception all BBK Performance parts are direct bolt on with no modifications and include detailed instructions for installation, with all the necessary gaskets and hardware included with your parts.  We welcome BBK Performance to their second RP Expo.

  Crane Cams have not only supplied enthusiasts and racers with incredible horsepower producing camshafts through the years but they are also responsibly for numerous new products since their humble beginnings in 1953. We welcome Crane Cams to their second RP Expo.

 Be Cool is the leader in cooling technology for the street and strip. Be Cool builds exceptional quality and performance into each and every product that carries the Be Cool name. Be Cool's high quality radiators are 100% made in the USA, made to fit and are compatible with all coolants.We welcome Be Cool to their second RP Expo.

  Grant manufactures steering wheels that add personal style to a wide range of vehicles. Grant has always offered innovative products, fine quality products, distinctive style, solid value and a wide selection of designs to express your individual personality. We welcome Grant to their second RP Expo.

Dee Zee, Inc. is celebrating over 30 years as a leading supplier of aftermarket truck accessories. Dee Zee announced their arrival with the introduction of 12 custom fit britetread or extruded aluminum running board applications at the 1977 Sema Show in Las Vegas. From that November to today, Dee Zees’ mission is to market the highest quality truck products while satisfying the needs of their customers. This will be Dee Zee's first RP Expo.

  M & M Competition Engines has been building engines for 30 years. Their slogan is "Why pay for a name when you can buy results". This will be M & M Competition Engine's first RP Expo.

  Percy’s High Performance motto is: "PROBLEM SOLVED" with products designed by the racer for the racer to help racing become safer, cheaper, and more fun by incorporating the latest technology into motor sports. They are the industry's leading supplier of high performance gaskets and fabricated plastic systems. We welcome Percy's to their second RP Expo.

 Several years ago an alliance was formed to find a cost-efficient method to produce high-quality, technically-advanced, yet affordably-priced performance engine parts. A small group of professionals, with over a hundred years of cumulative experience in the application of performance parts, collaborated to expand this concept. PRW will endeavor to lead the way with tested dependability and unique design features and benefits that are second to none. We welcome PRW to their first RP Expo.

  Jones Exhaust Systems, Inc. is one of the largest specialty exhaust manufacturers in the U.S.A. They have the distinction of being the largest manufacturer of chrome exhaust tips and glasspack mufflers, and performance diesel systems in the United States. We welcome Jones Exhaust to their first RP Expo.

   CTEK Power Inc. designs and develops a unique series of battery chargers and special solutions for all types of lead-acid batteries for both personal and professional use. We welcome CTEK Power to their first RP Expo.

  Founded in 1984, Barry Grant, Inc. specializes in the design and production of induction products for the performance and racing industry. Barry Grant, Inc. is the home of Demon Carburetion; BG Fuel Systems; Nitrous Works; Triple-D Induction; and Rush Performance Filters. We welcome Barry Grant to their second RP Expo.

  Flitz International is a manufacturer and distributor of premium polishing products. In addition to Flitz metal, fiberglass, plastic polish and paint restorer, the Flitz line includes Waxes, Polishing and Wax Buffers, Stainless Steel & Chrome Cleaner, CRUST Remover, Aluminum Pre-Clean and Microfiber cloths. We welcome Flitz International to their first RP Expo.

  QUARTER-MAX® offer what other chassis/component companies on the market can not! As a division of leading chassis builder RJ Race Cars, QUARTER-MAX®  is constantly researching and developing new products to build the best racecars and components in the world! With higher quality parts, the latest technology, and the lowest prices, no company compares to QUARTER-MAX®! We welcome RJ Race Cars to their second RP Expo.

 Royal Purple manufactures high performance lubricants for most automotive, industrial, marine, motorcycle and racing applications. Numerous independent tests and user testimonials document performance gains by using Royal Purple lubricants. We welcome Royal Purple to their second RP Expo.

We at Howards™ Cams offer high end American camshafts. Ground in our shop to exacting specification.  In addition to cams we offer racing crankshaft, racing pistons, forged crankshafts, forged pistons, forged rods, the newest technology in powder forged rods, lifters, rockers, etc..  We welcome Howards Cams to their second RP Expo.

Stop In For All your Hot Rod, Race Car, Performance Car Parts And Accessories! Performance Marine Engines & Accessories! Along With All Your Hot Rod & Muscle Car Fabrication & Restoration Work! Vinyl Graphics, Signs & Banners! We welcome The Hot Rod Barn to their second RP Expo. 

 The Mr. Gasket Performance Group is the only stop you need to make for all of your automotive performance needs. We are a manufacturer, not just a re-distributor of products. Our alliances with proven top engine builders and performance product development specialists have allowed us to offer the most high-tech products available. With a few diversified brands in our family, we offer a wide spectrum of race-proven products to make your car look better and go faster. From ignition products to gaskets, suspension, clutches and everything in between, we’ve got your performance needs covered. Mr. Gasket will be exhibiting their SHOW TRAILER at this, their Second RP Expo.

 Since the 1950s, B&M has been at the forefront of the automotive transmission aftermarket. Early on legends such as Don Prudhomme & Dick Landy used B&M products knowing that B&M gave them the winning edge. Current successful sportsman racers such as Anthony Bertozzi, Troy Williams Jr., Toby Lang, Rick Beckstrom, Les Figueroa and Britt Cummings along with former NHRA sportsman greats and current professional stars Rod Fuller and Jack Beckman continue the trend by using only the best performance parts - B&M performance parts! We welcome B&M Racing & Performance to their second RP Expo.

 Founded in 1993, Altronics Inc. developed and patented the first Solid State weather station.  Company President Fred Bartoli started out, while working as an engineer in the aerospace and medical industry, by developing a self contained system that could automatically take weather readings and calculate a performance factor. This factor could relate the changes in the performance of an internal combustion engine to the changes in atmospheric air density and oxygen content. We welcome Altronics Inc.to their second RP Expo.

  While still employed as an engineer, Aaron Stapleton started Fast Forward Welding in the early-90s out of a 2-car garage. He incorporated the business in 1998. After developing a reputation for building fast racecars, a substantial customer base was soon to follow. In 2004, he decided to devote himself full-time to the business. He had many jobs lined up and had no problem making the transition. He expanded to a 2000 sq. ft. facility in Plainfield, IL. At this facility there were many new changes to help the business grow and maintain the cutting edge quality FAST FORWARD RACE CARS is known for. We welcome Fast Forward Race Cars to their Second RP Expo.

  Where engineering counts, Hose ends may look alike, but Fragola Performance takes them seriously. They have spent years researching, testing, and generally perfecting this 50-plus-year -old design. We welcome Fragola Performance to their first RP Expo.

 Amsoil formulates a wide selection of synthetic lubricating oils for all types of engine and gear applications, including those for specialized vehicles and severe operating conditions. In addition, Amsoil has developed sophisticated fuel additives, filtration systems and other companion products that supplement and extend lubricant performance. We welcome Amsoil Synthetics to their first RP Expo.

Based in Elgin, Ill., Elgin Industries has long been one of the transportation industry’s premier manufacturers of engine and chassis components. The company’s ultra-modern, fully-integrated manufacturing complex has earned QS 9000 status and a broad range of quality awards and certifications from such leading customers as General Motors, Ford Motor Company, Navistar, Federal-Mogul Corporation, Mack Trucks and Harley-Davidson. We welcome Elgin Industries to their first RP Expo.

C & S is a company with more than 34 years of automotive experience. We introduced the first C & S carburetors in January of 1974. We traveled to races around the country installing carburetors on race cars to prove carburetor specialists could dramatically improve the performance of the existing production carburetors – even the legendary Holleys^®.  We welcome C & S Specialties to their first RP Expo.

Since 1982 Clark Copperhead Gaskets have been manufacturing premium copper head gaskets, its that plain and simple. Designed for high cylinder pressures, copper gaskets can withstand the extreme conditions generated by a high output motor where composite gasket can't. They use the best copper available to make their gaskets so "torching" is a thing of the past. Available in a varity of standard bore sizes and thicknesses. They have gaskets in all forms of motor sports and many fields that need a copper gasket. We welcome Clark Copperhead Gaskets to their first RP Expo.

Battery Service Corporation is a second generation family business. We have been a leader in the battery industry since 1962. By selling only high quality batteries and providing fast service, BSC is recognized as one of the largest battery specialists. We welcome Battery Service Corp to their first RP Expo.

Auto Meter is a high technology company located in Sycamore, Illinois with a state-of-the-art cellular manufacturing operation, world class ISO 9000:TS 16949 Certified Quality System, an advanced engineering team, and product technology that is unmatched in the instrumentation marketplace. The Race & Performance Expo welcomes this high quality instrumentation company.

We are excited to add Fel-Pro to our list of exhibitors, Fel-Pro® is the industry's leading brand of aftermarket sealing products for passenger cars, light trucks, medium-duty truck and heavy-duty applications.

RP Expo is happy to include DEI in our 2nd Annual Expo. DEI is a pioneer in the automotive performance industry. Whether you're trying to make your ride run faster, better, more safely, or just trick it out, DEI has the gear to make your ride rock!

Canton Racing Products has been building oil pans and engine related products for racing and high performance applications since 1981.The unique oil pans provided racers with the power and quality they demanded.  As popularity for the specialty oil pans grew so did our selection of products. Today they offer a wide range of high performance products for racing and the street.

We welcome R & R Racing Products to their first RP Expo. R&R Billet Aluminum and Steel Connecting Rods are made with the most advanced materials and techniques available allowing us to offer the best rods, period!

The key to success in any car building project, whether race car, street rod, or street machine, is access to high quality, reasonably priced parts that will get the job done right - the first time. Each and every Allstar part came about as a direct result of our dedication to continuous research and development.

Trick Flow Specialties is a leading designer and manufacturer of high performance cylinder heads, intake manifolds, and engine components. We welcome Trick Flow to their first RP Expo experience.

Professional Products is returning to the RP Expo in 2009. They are manufacturers of high performance automotive parts and accessories including intake manifolds, harmonic dampers and Powerflow fuel filter.

Back for a second time, Magnaflow designs and builds each system to fit and sound perfectly for your vehicle, whether it be a car or truck, American made or foreign. Magnaflow exhaust systems are all built with high grade stainless steel components and feature stainless welds and clamps. 

If you’re looking for superior quality, engineering and craftsmanship, Painless is your only sensible choice. Painless has remained the leader in automotive wiring and electrical products for over seventeen years through engineering and innovation, not corner cutting and imitation. Painless Performance Products will be on display at The Race and Performance Expo 2009.

Jiffy-tite's revolutionary Quick Connect Fluid Fittings provide unsurpassed performance under extreme racing conditions. Made of lightweight, 6061-T6 aluminum, brass valves, and stainless steel ball bearings, they are corrosion resistant for extra long life. Jiffy-tite is the only Quick-Connect fitting on the market today approved for use in all categories of NHRA and IHRA. They are also accepted for use in SCCA for virtually ALL fuel, water, and oil systems. Fittings are currently available for all forms of high performance race and street applications.

Valco Cincinnati has a full line of Automotive Sealing and Repairing Products. From their Tube Grips to their Silicone Valco has the product to do the job right the first time. Valco is returning the 2nd Annual RP Expo.

Moroso Performance Products is one of the worlds most respected suppliers of automotive equipment for racing and street performance applications. Moroso manufactures over 3000 products, from oil pans and oiling systems, to ignition wire, ignition components, valve covers, fuel system equipment, air cleaners, hard-core racing tools, chassis and suspension equipment, marine performance engines and numerous other performance parts. Moroso will be returning to the 2009 RP Expo.

Russell's wide variety of lightweight aluminum adapter fittings allow for the connection of Russell hose ends to almost any component. Adapters are offered in standard thread, metric thread and pipe thread to fit most popular oil pumps, fuel pumps, fuel filters plus a variety of other common components. Russell will have the latest fittings on display at The Race and Performance Expo

Come out and see our Race and Performance Expo Booth at the NMRA vs. NMCA Super Bowl III. We will had new Show Flyer and the latest happenings for the 2009 RP Expo.

Mateer Oil will be returning to the 2009 Race and Performance Expo in St. Charles, IL. Check out the latest VP Fuels from Mateer Oil.

We are excited to announce we will be displaying at the 21st PRI Show in Orlando, FL, December 11-13 2008.Stop by and see us at Booth # 557.

Another big supporter of the Race and Performance Expo, Holley will be back in 2009. Holley has been the undisputed leader in fuel systems for over 100 years. Holley carburetors power every NASCAR® Sprint® Cup team and every NHRA® Pro–Stock champion. The Holley line also includes performance fuel pumps, fuel injection, intake manifolds, cylinder heads & engine dress–up products for street performance, race and marine applications.

The RP Expo is happy to announce our partnership with Chevy Vettefest in the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine Challenge. The Vettefest will be the host for the 14 High School Playoff on Saturday, November 22nd 2008. On Sunday November 23rd 2008 they will host a 3 Team Playoff for Junior Colleges. The 8 Winning High Schools and 1 Junior College will advance to Race and Performance Expo for the Super Bowl Shoot-Out on February 14th and 15th 2009. Both RP Expo and Vettefest are excited to be promoting High Performance to a brand new generation. Click HERE for a Printable PDF of the Event. 

Scat Crankshafts will be returning to the Race and Performance Expo in 2009. Come check out their 20 Foot Display Booth. For over 40 years, SCAT has been manufacturing and distributing parts for the performance aftermarket. SCAT’s success has been built on innovation, quality and customer service.

All of us from The Race and Performance Expo would like to wish everyone a Happy and Safe 4th of July Weekend. God Bless America!

The Big Red Machine Edelbrock will be returning to the Race and Performance Expo in 2009. We are excited to have them back and supporting the RP Expo. “Proven Performance” is the philosophy that began with Vic Sr. in 1938 and it continues today with the same high standards of performance and quality.

Sealed Power part of the Federal mogul Performance Group will bringing their engine expertise to the 2009 Race and Performance Expo. Federal-Mogul’s Sealed Power product line represents a complete system of application-engineered internal components, including pistons, piston rings, engine bearings, camshafts, oil pumps, timing components and valvetrain products.

Be sure to come see QA1 Motorsports at the Race and Performance Expo. QA1 designs, manufactures and distributes rod ends, spherical bearings, performance shock absorbers, struts, springs, and related items. QA1 engineers products that are utilized in a wide variety of industries such as performance racing, off-road recreational vehicles, fitness equipment, packaging equipment, etc.

For the very best in Steering Items and Accessories check out Flaming River at the 2009 RP Expo. They will be displaying all their latest items in their 20 foot booth.

Make sure you check out Alston Race Cars 30 Foot Booth at the 2nd Annual Race and Performance Expo. Alston has all the latest Chassis Enhancements for you Drag/Street Car.

Gearhead News will be attending the 2^nd RP Expo.  In our ninth year, we have become the number one source for  news, events, and information for motorsports  enthusiasts  around the greater Chicagoland area.

We distribute  35,000 copies at over 1500 motorsports businesses, restaurants, and convenience stores.    Stop by and check us out at www.gearheadnews.com