Ponder the humble screwdrivers that live in a typical kitchen junk drawer. Some are used for probing. Some are used for prying. Some are used for scraping. Some are used […]

We’ve talked about engine installation tools previously, but this time around we’ll zoom in on engine leveling or tilter tools. There are all sorts of examples out there. Most install […]

Unless your automatic transmission car has a vintage Clutch-Flite or Clutch-Turbo, there’s a pretty good chance it will be equipped with a flexplate. The reason for a flexplate is to […]

You probably know that sinking feeling when a critical washer or nut drops out of sight. It’s horrible. I’m sure all of you have had that experience. Here’s a personal […]

There are several different types of distributor gears out there, including iron gears, bronze gears, melonized gears, and composite gears. So what’s the right gear for your distributor? Iron Distributor […]

It’s an age-old question: “Do I buy a 12 volt rechargeable battery-powered tool, or do I step up and buy an 18V (or bigger) one? That’s a great question and […]

There are all sorts of different engine oil dipsticks out there, and a trip to SummitRacing.com will reveal plenty of them. Some are stock replacements, some incorporate slick braided housings, […]

Pliers are as essential as the screwdriver or hammer. They’re so versatile that few homes, let alone garages, are without a pair. But the sizes and shapes available are abundant. […]

Whenever you build or rebuild an engine, there’s always a wee bit of anxiety before you fire it up for the first time. If everything goes according to plan—all of […]

Moving into a new shop (garage/workspace/cave) can prove to be mix of exhilaration and drudgery. On one hand, you’ll experience this brand new or new-to-you blank open space canvas—something fresh […]