The Armed Forces Foundation was established in 2001 to promote the morale, welfare, and quality-of-life of the United States Armed Forces community, including active duty personnel, national guardsmen, reservists, and retired personnel. We are a nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC and are committed to serving the members of our Armed Services and their families. The amazing assistance from Project American Heroes has helped us serve those who have dedicated their lives to the United States of America. The Armed Forces Foundation would especially like to thank each sponsor for their donations to the admirable mission of Project American Heroes.
.:: PROJECT AMERICAN HEROES SPONSORS ::.
No job is too big or small for Route 66 Motorsports! We all have a passion for building cars that suit the needs of our customers. Honesty and integrity in our business is our highest priority. Our philosophy is simple,there is only one way to build cars and that is the right way! Safety, performance, and craftsmanship are the marks of a car that has been restored at Route 66 Motorsports and will not be overlooked as we construct the 1969 Camaro for Project American Heroes.
All of us at Route 66 Motorsports are extremely committed to this restoration as it will eventually serve the Armed Forces for their bravery and dedication to this country
Tel (815) 462-0090 :: www.rt66motorsports.com
Baer Brake Systems is committed to the design and manufacture of brake systems and components that deliver the highest levels of technology, quality and performance. Baer encourages its customers to scrutinize and compare the details of Baer products against the competition, and then buy the system which provides the greatest value.
Baer Brakes is a first-time sponsor for Project American Heroes and is proud to supply its high-performance brakes to the 1969 Camaro that will assist the Armed Forces Foundation in their efforts to meet the needs of the men and women who have sacrificed much for this country.
www.baer.com
Classic Dash by Covan's was born out of the love we have for hot rods, street rods, and muscle cars. Our experience in design and production of first rate products comes from 20 years experience in the automotive racing field, building and restoring street rods and muscle cars. We understand the frustration of not being able to get the service or quality in the parts needed for our customer's projects. Here at Covan's Classic we promise you the service, quality, beauty, and fit will be the finest available as well as the best that you deserve. Covan's Classic is also proud to be providing the panels for the 1969 Camaro as part of Project American Heroes and as part of our appreciation for the Armed Forces
Tel (770) 667-7684 :: www.classicdash.com
Intercity Lines, Inc. began in 1980 and has become America's premier enclosed auto transport company. As this family owned and operated company has grown, we have remained focused on providing the best value and the best customer service to every one of our clients. We continue to stay in front of the competition with customized auto enclosed transport equipment, advanced communication technology, innovative services, and highly trained and enthusiastic employees.
All of us at Intercity Lines, Inc. feel so fortunate to provide our top-of-the-line transportation services to the Armed Forces in appreciation of all they have bestowed to this country.
Tel (413) 436-9511 :: www.intercitylines.com
Painless Performance specializes in the engineering and construction of wiring harnesses. At Painless, all of our harnesses are designed by real engineers using the latest in diagnostic equipment and AutoCAD to ensure consistency in manufacturing and an accurate and easy installation. Easy installation means that half of the work is done for you. Every customer appreciates how we take the time to properly group each wire in sections so that instead of routing eighty or a hundred individual wires you route entire sections of the vehicle at one time, drastically reducing the amount of time it takes to install a harness and virtually eliminating routing errors. Last but not least, we take the time to test each harness making sure that when a Painless Performance harness is installed, we guarantee it is going to work! Our wiring harness will also be installed on the 1969 Camaro for Project American Heroes! All of us at Painless Performance appreciate the strength and dedication each individual of the Armed Forces has given to America.
Tel (814) 244-6212 :: www.painlessperformance.com
Tel (817) 531-2665 :: www.oldairproducts.com
Sony Electronics, headquartered in San Diego, California, is one of the most widely recognized and respected global brand names. Founded on the principles of innovation and imagination, the electronics giant has brought us many legendary products over its history such as the Walkman music player and Trinitron television.
Sony has thrived in the car audio industry for over 30 years, with many first-to-market accomplishments including the worlds first car CD Player and in-dash Cassette Receiver. Currently, the company's highly successful "Xplod" mobile product line-up boasts a variety of highly popular and advanced technologies, across a wide range of categories: source units, speakers, subwoofers and amplifiers.
Design and Fabrication of an Empire. An ever-growing juggernaut in the custom automotive world, Fesler Built came from humble beginnings. At its core the company is made up of two dynamic, dedicated and extremely hard-working individuals—Chris and Carrie Fesler. Both Chris and Carrie have been go-getters from the start, never afraid to tackle any challenge. It began in 1996 when the duo began producing complete editorial packages for niche automotive magazines. From there the business grew to offer various marketing tools to the many automotive parts manufacturers they had created solid working relationships with. Basically when Chris and Carrie saw a need in the industry, they would fill it. The Fesler mission statement is, “Find the need in a given market, and cater to that need in the most efficient and highest quality manner possible.” It was this ideal that Chris and Carrie have utilized to create Fesler Built.
Tel (866) 583-9787 :: www.feslerbuilt.com
Tel (800) 416-8628 :: www.edelbrock.com
Tel (913) 647-7300 :: www.aeromotive.com
Lucas Oil has long been directly involved in the American racing industry through multiple vehicle sponsorships and racing event promotions, at all levels. Seeing a need for better lubricants in this industry, the Lucas people went to work again- the end result being a line of high performance engine oils and gear oils that are second-to-none in the racing industry. Lucas racing products have proven themselves on NASCAR, NHRA, IHRA, PPL, and USHRA tracks across the country.
Tel (800) 342-2512 :: www.lucasoil.com
The founders, Clay Johnson, an accomplished product designer, and Paul Atkins, award-winning upholsterer, have combined their talents to create some of the most innovative hot-rod parts available. With a true commitment to design, quality and excellence, Clayton Machine Works is taking it to the next level.
Tel (256) 489-2450 :: www.claytonmachine.com
Tel (800) 426-0902 :: www.soffseal.com
Boze Alloys is a family owned and operated business with 50 years combined experience in designing and producing quality custom wheels. Boze Alloys produces the highest quality 2-piece and 3-piece custom forged wheels and billet wheels for a variety of applications such as; luxury wheels, exotic wheels, street rod wheels, muscle car wheels, kit car wheels and truck/SUV wheels. Every set of Boze Forged and ZE Forged billet wheels are Made in the USA to each customers requirements and designed to fit big brake kits and staggered fitments.
Tel (866) 634-4626 :: www.bozeforged.com
Each of our products is designed to incorporate new parts... absolutely nothing is rebuilt. This ensures we can maintain stringent quality standards, improve the design and offer long range product availability. Over the past 15 years, we have designed many award winning products including the tilt steering column program which won the SEMA Best New Street Rod Product Award. We at Flaming River thank you, our customers, not only for your business but also for the feedback you have provided which has enabled us to grow as a company in new directions. The logo is molded into our castings for long term quality assurance. If it doesn't say Flaming River, it just isn't good enough! Flaming River's promise to you... is to strive to provide the best quality products and service possible!
Tel (866) 815-3678 :: www.flamingriver.com
Having built a reputation for restoring muscle cars, building affordable street machines, and creating wild hot rods, Route 66 Motorsports is now offering a complete lineup of everything from waxes and polishes to leather conditioners and microfiber towels. Route 66 Motorsports Exotic Coatings is unique because of the partnership of the very latest technology in the industry coupled with the real world experience of a thirty year veteran of custom painting and hot rod construction, Route 66 Motorsports very own Bill Jelinek. Bill is a human dynamo of automotive enthusiasm and creativity.
We are family owned and operated businesses who all share a love and passion for cars and trucks. We specialize in custom and stock interiors, and have been doing so for 30 years. Our interiors are handed crafted and each is unique in its own way. It was an honor to be a part of the American Heroes Project. Having family and friends who have served our country past and present we know first hand the dedication and sacrifices that our troops make for us to have the freedom that we enjoy on a daily basis.
Tel (708) 418-7099 :: www.vosupholstery.com
Detroit Speed and Engineering is a company that can transform your project into a car for the 21st Century. We have developed our own line of products that have been through extensive engineering analysis, testing, and development to assure our customers receive the highest quality performance parts with eye appeal. Each and every part we design is unique and meets only the highest DSE standards for fit, finish, and function. We also have a complete fabrication facility to transform your vehicle into the ride of your dreams. The staff at Detroit Speed and Engineering is composed of experienced automotive engineers, technicians, and enthusiasts whose love of cars is evident in the attention to detail to every project and every part.
Tel (704) 662-3272 :: www.detroitspeed.com
Super Chevy Magazine is the #1 editorial choice of active "bowtie" enthusiasts. The magazine's content provides a unique approach to performance modifications and fun projects. Hobbyists and do-it-yourselfers are served technical and performance how-to editorial that features modification theories, classic restorations and engine upgrades.
Super Chevy Magazine and its staff are proud to be a part of the Project American Heroes and the support it provides to the Armed Forces Foundation on behalf of the men and women of the Armed Forces. This is an extremely gratifying program for us all as we bring to readers the progress of a hulk of a Camaro, through the use of sponsor-donated parts, and demonstrate the ability to bring to life a true work of automotive art. Project American Heroes is a way for us all to show our support to those who sacrifice for our daily way of life.
www.superchevy.com
TCI® has established a reputation as being one of the best at producing quality performance products. Founded in 1968 in Memphis, Tennessee, TCI® Automotive was born with a racing background and as the sport of racing has grown so has TCI®. Their manufacturing and distribution facility boasts over 100,000 square-feet of state-of-the-art equipment, staffed by dedicated and highly-trained employees. TCI® delivers truly superior automatic transmissions and drivetrain components for everything from OE replacement to full race, designed and manufactured using cutting-edge technology and the finest engineering in the industry. TCI® promises superior quality and outstanding performance every time. We are also proud to be providing transmission parts for Project American Heroes which will assist our nation's Armed Forces and honor their bravery."
Tel (800) 999-0853 :: www.tciauto.com
Eric Brockmeyer is an artist who designs and illustrates vehicle projects. He has worked with Mike Adams Rod Shop, Boyd Coddington, Rutterz Rods, Buckaroo Communications, Minnotti Fiberglass, and several other private builders/owners on a wide range of vehicle projects. Eric is very passionate about every project he has encountered.
For Project American Heroes, Eric has donated his creativity to the
design of this classic 1969 Camaro and is grateful for the opportunity
to be a part of such a special cause.
Tel (916) 373-9183 :: www.brockmeyerdesign.com
Inland Empire Driveline Service constructs custom driveshafts that will contain every bit of the power any engine produces. In low gear it delivers engine torque multiplied many times. In high gear it delivers engine torque and peak horsepower while turning at the same RPM as the engine. We have made the measuring process simple and easy so that your driveshaft will be right the first time. Our aluminum products pioneered the acceptance of aluminum drive shafts by NHRA and IHRA for competition at the beginning of 1992. Since then our shafts have developed an unequaled record of reliable launches and smooth runs in these most brutal of applications.
Our services have now expanded to Project American Heroes as we supply the driveshaft for the 1969 Camaro to show our support and tremendous gratitude for the men and women of the Armed Forces.
Tel (800) 800-0109 :: www.iedls.com
Located in Riverside, California, K & N is the inventor and leading innovator of reusable cotton gauze filter technology for automotive applications. K & N has humble beginnings as a family run business for over 35 years. K&N exists as both the sales and brand leader for performance filters, and maintains a stocking catalogue of over 3,500 part numbers, including an extensive line of both factory replacement drop-in filters, High-Flow Intake Kit applications, and its line of innovative Wrench-Off oil filters.
As a returning sponsor for Project American Heroes, K&N Engineering is donating its pro-grade filters to the construction of this custom car.
Our services have now expanded to Project American Heroes as we supply the driveshaft for the 1969 Camaro to show our support and tremendous gratitude for the men and women of the Armed Forces.
Tel (888) 858-3333 :: www.knfilters.com
As a leading global supplier of paints, coatings, chemicals, optical products, specialty materials, glass and fiber glass. PPG's leadership flows from an ongoing commitment to research and development and a global color-matching network, an effort that spans over 60 countries. Whether your business needs to improve productivity, reduce cost or operate with greater concern for the environment, you can look to PPG to have the most advanced technology and the ultimate high-quality solution. Customers can depend on PPG to have a high level of service and support that can only be offered by a world leader. "PPG is grateful to be supporting the Armed Forces by our involvement with Project American Heroes", says Randy Cremeans, manager, premium collision segment N.A. "We wanted to supply the best quality products for this project. DPLF epoxy primer and NCP 271 non-iso-primer have been provided to help create a solid foundation and protection for this vehicle. In PPG's continued efforts in preserving our future, we plan to supply our compliant waterborne basecoats and compliant topcoats from our Vibrance Collection¨ line to bring the color to life for this great Camaro project".
Tel (440) 572-2800 :: www.ppgrefinish.com
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. The family owned business is still based on principles the company was founded on- quality product, quality service, and a true enthusiasm for the performance industry. Strange Engineering provides performance parts for all driveline and suspension needs.
We are also proud to be providing the complete rear end for the Project American Heroes 1969 Camaro as it will benefit those who have sacrificed so much for this country.
Tel (440) 572-2800 :: www.strangeengineering.net
Since 1987, Thermo Tec has been proud to offer customers the latest in exhaust insulating and heat protection technology. Our mission has always been to use research, experience, and innovation to provide a quality product to our valued customers. We manufacture over 130 products that either control heat dissipation or reflect heat away from parts and components in an unlimited number of potential uses. Currently, our products are used in every form of motor sports including NASCAR, NHRA, IHRA, Oval Track, and Off Road racing. Thermo Tec is also involved in Military, OEM industrial, Aircraft, Marine, And Motorcycle Industries to name just a few. With our extensive testing program, each product sold is of the highest quality.
For the first time, Thermo-Tec has joined the Project American Heroes team in supplying our high-quality products to the build of a 1969 Camaro that will support the men and women of the Armed Forces as well as their families.
Specialty Power Windows- was founded in 1986 by Ervin and Louise Castlebery. After having their own body shop and loving old cars for 35 years they decided to sell the body shop and go into the old car hobby. We are the only company in the world devoted exclusively to the manufacture of power window kits, windshield wiper kits, and related pieces for enthusiasts of old cars, street rods, trucks and vans. We design and manufacture all of our components and kits here in our own facility--we are not simply “repacking” components. Specialty Power Windows is the only company in this field offering to fully stand behind the products we have engineered. We have years of experience in this field, and have tried our best to design our conversions for both ease of installation and long-term reliability.
Tel (800) 634-9801 :: www.spwkits.com
Nestled in Northeast Georgia, is a small company called AutoRad, LLC. This company fabricates high quality aluminum radiators for street rods and muscle cars. What started out as a hobby over ten years ago has turned into a full-time enterprise. James Walker, owner, has worked in the cooling industry for over 19 years at a worldwide leader manufacturer in thermal management.
We make a variety of radiators for the street rod cars & trucks as well as Chevy, Ford & Mopars for the muscle cars. We offer a 55-57 Chevy assembly, which includes the radiator, cradle, shroud, and fan, overflow tank and side and bottom panels. We can also make those hard to find customs. Our radiators are built per the customers needs. The craftsmanship that goes into these radiators is outstanding. We back our radiators 100%. AutoRad`s mission is to make the best quality aluminum radiators. To design and fabricate a cooling system that is an unmatched and affordable product to our customers
Tel (770) 983-1345 :: www.autoradradiatorsiators.com
National Parts Depot is unique in the automotive parts mail-order industry because we ship from 4 strategically - located, fully - stocked warehouses. This enables us to deliver parts to most of the continental United States in just 1 to 3 business days - much faster than any of our competitors and at a lower cost. That's why we're the premier supplier of concours-correct parts and accessories for the Thunderbird, Mustang, Camaro, Chevelle, Firebird, Trans Am, El Camino and Ford Truck.
We are proud of our respective associations with the Ford and General Motors Restoration Parts licensing programs. When you see these emblems on our parts, it means those reproductions meet or exceed FORD & GM quality standards. Of course, if a part meets our standards, rest assured it’s the very best reproduction available for your classic.
Tel (352) 387-0021 :: www.npdlink.com
Toyo Tires: Service, style, and really great tires since 1966.
Founded in 1966 and headquartered in Cypress, California, Toyo Tire U.S.A. Corp. is an ISO 9001:2000 certified company focused on comprehensive sales, marketing, communications, and customer service for the Toyo Tires® brand in the United States. A wholly-owned subsidiary of Toyo Tire Holdings of Americas Inc., Toyo Tires distributes a complete line of premium replacement tires for high performance cars, luxury vehicles, light trucks, and SUVs as well as commercial trucks, buses, off-road vehicles, and construction applications.
Tel (800) 442-8696 :: www.toyotires.com