Fender Scoops
The chances of tastefully integrating fender scoops into any musclecar are slim, but the G-Force 'Cuda turns that risk into a fashion statement. The original design had the scoops on the sides of the fenders, but two issues came up almost simultaneously that required altering the plan. As the car settled in on its ultra-low profile, Alan realized it was running out of front suspension travel. Likewise, since the car sat so low and people would be looking down on the car, Chris figured it made more sense to move the scoops to the top of the fenders. Like the Plymouth Superbird, they allowed for additional suspension travel and its louvers relieve aerodynamic pressure from the wheelwells. However, unlike that NASCAR legend, the scoops look anything but tacked on and extend into the hood. Taking Chris Ito's advice, the boys at the shop toiled away with clay modeling, something they'd never tried before. "These guys were fearless," says Chris. "There are people in Detroit who spend years fine-tuning their craft, but they just jumped right in and picked up working with clay immediately."
Tandem Master Cylinders
Full control over brake bias is critical for any g-Machine, but an adjustable proportioning valve only allows decreasing bias to the rear brakes. Other than looking sweet, Tilton's tandem master cylinder setup can both increase and decrease bias to the front and rear brakes. On the G-Force 'Cuda, master cylinders pivot on the pedals for more consistent pedal feel. The third reservoir is for the clutch.
Radiator Filler Cap
Most people's idea of a fancy radiator cap is a chrome-plated stocker, but something that crude wouldn't cut it here. The machined bezel theme continues here, where it is attached to the carbon fiber radiator shroud with Allen screws. There are actually two caps, one on each side of the air cleaner assembly. One fills the radiator, and the other feeds the custom oil tank for the dry sump system. Once again, a functional item is turned into art.
The Crew
Here are the master craftsmen of Johnson's Hot Rod Shop responsible for building the best street machine of all time. Up front is owner Alan Johnson. In the back, from left to right, are Greg Chalcraft, Shane Phillips, Wesley Johnson, Heath Griffin, Tony Inman, Cody Frisby, and Mogens Sorensen. Nice work, boys.