Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: What You’ll Really Need to Disable AFM on an LS Engine
I have a 2014 Camaro with the L99 and a bent push rod. Can I disable the AFM and use LS3 lifters without changing anything else? Thank you. T.K. *** The short […]
Shift into Overdrive, Part 1: Understanding Ford’s 4R70W Automatic Transmission
Ford’s 4R70W automatic transmission traces its lineage back to the AOD (Automatic Overdrive) four-speed automatic introduced in 1980. Designed to improve fuel efficiency and reduce engine wear, the original AOD […]
What’s Better: Solid or Ventilated Discs in Your Brake System?
Brake tech is a very complex and nuanced topic, so we asked the experts at Alcon Brakes to help us clarify and expand on some frequently asked questions in the braking universe. […]
The Right Torque: Torque Limiting Extensions Explained
Honestly, I never knew what a torque limiting socket extension was until the folks from Summit Racing asked me to review a set of its own brand of extensions. I […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: What’s the Best Way to Check Piston-to-Valve Clearance?
I’m assembling a stout 383ci small block Chevy with a 250 degrees at 0.050 inch duration mechanical roller camshaft. The pistons have a small dome and before I finish assembling […]
What’s Better: Aluminum or Iron Brake Calipers? A Quick Comparison
Brake tech is a very complex and nuanced topic, so we asked the experts at Alcon Brakes to help us clarify and expand on some frequently asked questions in the […]
Setting Up Shop: Cordless Tools, Air Tools, or Both?
We recently added more work space to our shop. While we enjoy the luxury of having sufficient room, the need to route new air lines for pneumatic tools into and […]
Accessory Drive 101: What is Alternator Offset?
If you’re shopping for the best alternator for your specific engine application, you might come across a spec called alternator offset—and it’s something that you absolutely must be familiar with […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Adjusting Mechanical Advance Springs & Bushings in an MSD Distributor
I recently bought a pretty stout 355ci small block Chevy to put it in my ’70 Nova. It didn’t have a distributor so I bought an MSD Street Pro Billet […]
Proper Lug Nut Torque Specs, Tightening Sequence & Other Wheel Installation Tips
After spending countless hours researching wheels and tires for the right look and fitment, they’ve finally arrived and it’s time to install them. Let’s review installation tips and procedures for […]