Mailbag: Top 3 Ways to Cure a Pre-Ignition Condition
Q: I have a Ford truck with a 390 FE engine. I had the heads redone and installed a new cam and lifter set, true roller timing chain, valve springs, single […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: How to Increase Compression on the Cheap
Is there a cheap way to increase compression on my small block Chevy? I have a 350 small block with iron heads. I don’t know much about the engine because […]
Clutch Clinic: Quick Guide to Diagnosing 8 Common Clutch Complaints
Few things bring smiles to the faces of hot rod enthusiasts like rowing through the gears of a manual-equipped car. Many folks still prefer the simple joy of stick shift driving over […]
Infographic: A Quick Guide to Tire Wear and What it Means
Tire tread wear comes in many forms. The wear pattern on your tires may be normal or it could be the result of an underlying issue. For example, you may be […]
Video: How to Repair Dents with a Hammer and Dolly
Kevin Tetz is a certified auto body repair man, TV personality, and creator of the video series Paintucation. Tetz recently put together a series of short tech videos in conjunction with Summit […]
Mailbag: Tuning for More Off-Idle Power
Q: I own a First-Gen Pontiac GTO with a 1970 400ci engine swap, a two-speed automatic, and an open rear axle. I recently rebuilt the engine to stock specs, adding […]
Quick Tech: TTY Fasteners and LS Engines — What You Need to Know
Think all fasteners are created equal? Of course not. If you’re an engine builder, you know the importance of using good-quality fasteners. And you’re probably also familiar with the torque-to-yield, […]
12 Things You Should (or Shouldn’t) Do When Installing an Automatic Transmission
“We know a thing or two because we’ve seen a thing or two.” That’s the familiar tagline to the ubiquitous Farmer’s Insurance ad campaign, but it could easily apply to […]
Video: Why a Catch Can is a Must for Direct Injection Applications
Mishimoto has introduced a baffled oil catch can for the 2016 and newer Chevrolet Camaro 2.0L turbo. As the video below explains, using a catch can on a direct injection […]
How to Choose the Right U-Joint
When it comes to stock replacement applications, finding the right U-joint is as easy as using the basic Make/Model search on SummitRacing.com. But, if your driveline has been modified, choosing […]