If you have to recommend a Father’s Day gift consultant, there’s few better to choose than Don Garlits. You gott’a know if anyone is going to keep you safe from argyle socks and garden tools on Father’s Day, it’s going to be Big Daddy.

Garlits is synonymous with drag racing. His career has spanned more than five decades, during he won three National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) world championships and national events. Garlits was the first drag racer to surpass the 170, 180, 200, 240, 250, 260 and 270 mile-per-hour marks in quarter mile competition.

After looking through the Mopar Performance catalog, Big Daddy came back with some recommendations. You might want to pass these on to anyone that’s planning on shopping for you while thye’re at the garden center.

Mopar Purple Shaft Small-Block Camshaft Kit: When your muscle car needs to get ‘ripped’, these famous, factory-engineered cams add horsepower and torque. A wide range of applications are available for big and small-block engines. Part Number: P4120231AC, Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is: $215

Mopar Big-Block Cast Aluminum Polished Valve Covers (Set): A apir of these aluminum die-cast polished valve covers will go a long way to setting apart your engine bay, while proudly displaying the Mopar logo. For 383 and 440 cubic-inch engines. Part Number: P5007616, MSRP: $168 (Small-block engine valve covers are also available.)

Spark Plug Removal Tool: This tool is specifically designed to protect wires from removal damage. After all, we know that Dad can never have enough tools, and if you think he has too many, he just needs a bigger tool box.  Part Number: P5249718, MSRP: $22

Chrome-plated Differential Cover: Most 9-3/4-inch Dana 60 axles need a little bling. Those left in Dad’s rear-view mirror will appreciate his attention to detail. Part Number: P3690755, MSRP: $56

Fender Covers: Prevent scratches and dings while showing Mopar pride at the drag strip or on the street with Mopar logo fender covers. Part Number: P5153623, MSRP: $28.

Mopar Pinion Snubber: A must-have in order to help prevent axle windup under acceleration and improve traction. Part Number: P3690181, MSRP: $67

Mopar Front Strut Tower Bar: For a 2005 to 2010 model-year Dodge Challengers and Chargers, and Chrysler 300s, this silver, powder-coated strut tower bar, with Mopar plate, adds handling capability and under-hood flair. Part Number: P5155002, MSRP: $359

Road Runner Restoration Decal: Mopar offers more than 60 decals and emblems in order to complete a true restoration. From the famous Road Runner to a 440 Six Pack decal, Mopar is the source. A variety of restoration decals are available including Dodge Dart, Plymouth Duster, Road Runner and HEMI. Part Number: P2842873, MSRP: $30

Don’t be subtle about getting the right people to see this – unless you want to be working in the garden on Father’s Day, that is.