Russell Is The First To Introduce Stainless Steel Adapters And Hose Ends Into The Automotive Market Click on image to download high-res image TORRANCE, Calif. (Nov. 4, 2003) – Thanks to Russell Performance, a leader in advanced fluid transfer system, you now can have the ultimate choice in adapter fittings and full flow hose ends: stainless steel! That’s correct, Russell’s new Stainless Steel Adapter Fittings and Full Flow Hose Ends are the first offered in the aftermarket and will be on display in their booth (#22232) at the 2003 SEMA Show in Las Vegas (Nov. 4-7). Russell’s all-new line of stainless steel adapter fittings and full flow hose ends are made of extremely durable 303 stainless steel and precision machined to ensure precise thread engagement and a tight seal. Russell stainless steel hose ends and fittings provide maximum protection against corrosion and the ultimate in durability and appearance. The 37° sealing angle guarantees a positive seal at top operating pressures. Russell’s Full Flow hose ends have been the choice of racing professionals for more than 25 years, and the addition of our new 303 stainless steel fittings and ends make this the premium choice for all severe-duty applications including marine, street rods and race. This year, we’ve expanded our line of adapters to provide the widest range of coverage for whatever plumbing problem you need to solve. Russell stainless steel adapters and hose ends are available now in the following styles: flare union, flare to pipe straight, flare bulkhead, flare tee, flare to pipe tee, flare to pipe tee on run, 90° flare and 45° flare. Russell is best known for supplying its advanced fluid systems for high-performance motorcycle, street, marine and racing applications for more than a quarter-century. Now an integral part of the Edelbrock “Fun Team,” Russell has established its own engineering and state-of the-art quality control departments in its new facility in Torrance, Calif., and was recently QS 9000 certified. Russell Performance Products is an Edelbrock company. Founded in 1938 by Vic Edelbrock Sr., Torrance, Calif.-based Edelbrock Corp. (NASDAQ NM: EDEL) will soon celebrate its 66th anniversary of manufacturing and marketing the highest quality aftermarket performance automotive and motorcycle products. Edelbrock’s ever-expanding product line now features more than 7,500 performance products for domestics and imports, including nitrous systems, fuel rails, throttle bodies, exhaust headers, camshafts, fuel pumps, aluminum manifolds, turbos, exhaust systems, suspension and shocks, EFI systems, aluminum cylinder heads, water pumps, crate engines, brake and fuel lines and fluid transfer products. Edelbrock also manufactures aftermarket parts for Harley-Davidson and other motorcycles, plus ATVs. Edelbrock is recognized as a driving force in the $28 billion specialty equipment industry. In addition to four production facilities in Torrance, the company owns and operates a state-of-the art foundry in San Jacinto, Calif. Edelbrock’s core product line of performance-enhancing engine, suspension and exhaust system parts, which make up The Total Power Package®, are made in the USA. Edelbrock is also a manufacturer of racing products and a sponsor of several racing organizations, including NASCAR, the NHRA and the PRO-Edelbrock Race Series. Edelbrock media releases, product information and high-resolution photographs are available on-line at http://www.edelbrock.com/media Russell SEMA Show Booth #22232 Edelbrock SEMA Show Booth #22243 Contact: Carol Yohe, Russell (310) 781-2222, ext. 2707 (cyohe@edelbrock.com) Dan Smith, Pacific Communications Group (310) 224-4954 (dsmith@paccomgrp.com) Russell Performance • 2700 California St. • Torrance, CA • 90503 • (310) 781-2222