Hot Rod Parts Import Dealer
Rods by Reid are suppliers of top class components from some of the biggest names in the industry. These dealerships are handpicked because of their reputation for quality, reliability and performance and used by Rods by Reid themselves. We have 50 years of experience behind us to which we can assist you in making the correct choice of components for your application. See below to find products from our partners for Accessories - Chassis, brakes & steering - Bodies - suspensions - Wheels
ACCESSORIES
Roadster Supply Co
A supplier of traditional hot rod components made to the highest standard. A wide range of products including suspensions, brakes & fittings, interior components, engine parts & accessories, electrical switches, gauges, lights & headlights plus much more. New products are always in the works. Rods by Reid use many of their products and can assist you in supplying the right products for your vehicle.
American Autowire
Premier automotive electrical manufacturer for all types of speciality vehicles. Including complete wiring kits and factory replacement looms and kits. Made in the USA. Rods by Reid use and recommend these kits and have a range in stock.
Billet Specialties
A complete range of wheels, steering, engine parts, body, interior and exterior accessories, and much more. Available through Rods by Reid.
Budnik Wheels
True custom built high quality wheels and steering wheels. Custom steering wheels to compliment their road wheel designs. Available in small (13.75”) and large (15.5”) diameter in an assortment of styles and finish options. Rods by Reid have a selection in stock or can order for you.
Classic Instruments
Perfection is what is on offer in these high quality gauges and accessories. Incorporating superior quality, exceptional styling in their products for over 45 years. From hi-tech to traditional, something to suit all. Used by Rods by Reid, they can assist you in choosing the correct instruments for your vehicle
Dakota Digital
Specialists in the manufacture of digital instrumentation and speciality electronics. Offering the highest quality and latest technology in digital dashes, remote entry and accessories. Rods by Reid use and can assist in choosing the correct products for your needs.
Greening Auto
Custom machined parts from wheels, lights and trim to engine and interior components. Available through Rods by Reid.
Headwinds
The highest quality lighting for hot rods and motorcycles. Their headlights special features are only a part of what makes these custom headlights the finest available. Please enquire at Rods by Reid to assist in making the correct option for your project. Used in many Rods by Reid builds.
Johnson's Hot Rod Shop
Custom designed and manufactured hot rod parts available through Rods by Reid.
Lizard Skin
Protect your ride from heat and noise with premier spray-on Lizardskin Ceramic Insulation and Lizardskin Sound Control coatings. An easy spray on application that can be applied to virtually anywhere on the vehicle with no gaps, no seams, no mess and no waste. Environmentally safe and cleans up with soap and water. Used in all Rods by Reid builds. Carried in stock.
Lokar Inc
At Rods by Reid we carry a range of quality Lokar shifters, throttles, pedal pads, cables and trans tubes in stock. These products are designed with safety in mind and feature superior craftsmanship. With over 30 years of use and knowledge of these products, Rods by Reid can assist you with the correct product for your vehicle.
Rocky Hinge Inc
High quality door latch mechanisms, power window switches and bear claw style catches to suit a wide variety of special interest vehicles. Made in the USA. Used in Rods by Reid builds, they have a variety in stock.
Roush Performance
Roush has been building some of the best Ford-based performance engines in the world for over 40 years. Roush offer complete crate engines & components and custom engine building. Rods by Reid are proud to be using a Roush engine in a current build and are able to guide you in the correct engine and components for your vehicle
So-Cal Speed Shop
A wide range of products for all your traditional hot rod components and hot rod parts. Including front & rear suspensions, instruments, accessories, switches, gauges, interior components, lights & headlights, mirrors, engine accessories, plus much more. Rods by Reid stock a range of these products in-house and can assist you in your requirements for your vehicle.
Specialty Power Windows
Rods by Reid stock SPW wiper kits and use them in all RbR builds for their reliability and performance. Available with a 12ft drive kit. Enquire at Rods by Reid for current pricing and information.
Vintage Air
A comprehensive line of high performance air conditioning components, incorporating the very latest technology available and offering the greatest efficiency and reliability available. Used in many of the Rods by Reid builds, their understanding and knowledge can provide you with the correct components for your vehicle
CHASSIS, BRAKES & STEERING
Borgeson
Rods by Reid have a wide range of steel or polished stainless steering components in stock. Universal joints, shafts and splines. Borgeson are the leading manufacturer of aftermarket steering components for the speciality automotive market. With Rods by Reid's use and knowledge of these products for over 30 years and NZ's original Dealer, they can assist in your particular need
Flaming River
An industry leader in quality aftermarket steering products. Rods by Reid use Flaming River custom racks in their updated Generation 3 Independent front suspensions. Flaming River also manufacture a range of steering components - universal joints, shafts and splines. Rods by Reid have a range in stock and can assist you with the correct products for your needs.
IDIDIT
The very best in aftermarket steering columns. The highest quality, 100% American made products meet our strict standards for safety, reliability, style and performance. Rods by Reid with their extensive knowledge and use of Ididit products for over 30 years and NZ's original Dealer can recommend and ensure you receive the correct product for your vehicle
Lokar Inc
At Rods by Reid we carry a range of quality Lokar shifters, throttles, pedal pads, cables and trans tubes in stock. These products are designed with safety in mind and feature superior craftsmanship. With over 30 years of use and knowledge of these products, Rods by Reid can assist you with the correct product for your vehicle
MBM
Rods by Reid have a range of power brake components in stock. Serving the autoparts industry for over 30 years. Rods by Reid use these products and can assist with your requirements
Morrison
Chassis' providing superior handling and improved ride quality with a lower stance. An excellent foundation to an American classic, muscle car and pickups. Rods by Reid have used and imported these chassis. With Rods by Reid's understanding and grasp of automotive engineering they can assist in meeting the correct resolution for your ride
Viking Performance
Specialising in high performance coil-over springs, shock absorbers, struts and related components. Made in the USA. Used by Rods by Reid, with their understanding and knowledge Rods by Reid can assist you in the correct product for your ride.
Walden/Hot Rod Brake Co
Manufacturing Kinmont style disk brake setup. Used by Rods by Reid in current project, we can ensure you receive the correct application for your ride. Also Walden steel reproduction panels available, see Rods by Reid for your requirements
Wilwood Engineering
Design and manufacturers of high-performance disc brake systems. Their substantial brake components and latest engineering techniques provide reliability in solutions for almost any application. Rods by Reid use these products in their own builds and can recommend the correct products for your need.
Winters Performance
Manufacturer of quality rear ends for over 40 years that tick all the boxes. They look cool, sound cool and they perform. The modern versions handle more horsepower and offer greater reliability. Available also - transmissions, driveline components and shifters. Rods by Reid use these Quick-change rear ends and components in many of their builds and can recommend the best application for your vehicle.
SUSPENSIONS
Roadster Supply Co
A supplier of traditional hot rod components made to the highest standard. A wide range of products including front and rear suspensions, brakes & fittings, interior components, engine parts & accessories, electrical switches, gauges, lights & headlights plus much more. New products are always in the works. Rods by Reid use many of their products and can assist you in supplying the right products for your vehicle.
So-Cal Speed Shop
Front & rear suspensions, plus a wide range of traditional components and hot rod parts, including instruments, accessories, switches, gauges, interior components, headlights & lights, mirrors, engine accessories and much more. Rods by Reid stock a range of these products in-house and can assist you in your requirements for your vehicle.
BODIES
American Speed Company
We offer the '33 Ford Cabriolet, all steel reproduction body. Made in the USA. Excellent finish, extremely strong construction, with many options available. Imported by Rods by Reid. Having used one of these bodies in a build, Rods by Reid can advise and recommend any requisite.
Brookville
Manufacturing steel early Ford reproduction bodies (7 styles available) plus patch and body panels. Rods by Reid have imported these bodies and can assist with your requirements.
Deuce Customs
The Ultimate in reproduction fibre glass bodies. Manufactured in Melbourne Australia and imported by Rods by Reid, NZ's exclusive Dealer. With 12 body styles to choose from. Rods by Reid's understanding and knowledge of these bodies for over 30 years can ensure you buy with confidence
SAR Street Rods
Real Steel, a division of award winning Steve's Auto Restoration. Specialising in the manufacturing of steel '33/34 roadster bodies and replacement sheet metal parts. Rods by Reid have imported these bodies and can assist with any of your requirements
United Pacifc
Bringing back to life, steel reproduction bodies of the iconic 1932 Ford 5 window coupe and the 1932 Ford pickup. Body shells, doors and fenders available. Rods by Reid can assist in your choice of requirements
Walden
Steel reproduction panels available and roof inserts, see Rods by Reid for your requirements.
WHEELS
Billet Specialties
A complete range of high quality wheels, available 15 to 24 inch, plus steering wheels and interior and exterior accessories and much more. Available through Rods by Reid
Budnik Wheels
True Custom built high quality wheels and steering wheels. Available in diameters from 14 to 22 inch, in bolt patterns and back spacings to suit your requirements. Used on many Rods by Reid builds, with an understanding of proportions and performance, Rods by Reid can assist in choosing the correct wheels and steering wheels for your ride
ET Mags
Design and manufacturer of vintage style racing wheels using the latest casting technology. Available as cast or fully polished. Rods by Reid have used these wheels on a number of builds and can advise the correct requirements for your ride