Stroker Math (Part 2): A Quick Guide to Popular Ford Stroker Combos
As we told you in Part 1, there is a formula to creating a stroker engine. Bore size, overbore, crankshaft stroke, and connecting rod length must work together to produce […]
Mailbag: How to Identify Your GM 10-Bolt Axle
Q: I have a 1964 Chevy II/Nova with a 194 cubic-inch straight-six engine, Powerglide, and a 10-bolt rear-end. I’m trying to identify the 10-bolt rear axle — I want to know if it […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Crate Engine or Junkyard Rebuild for a First-Time Engine Build?
I have a ’72 Ford pickup that I’m slowly upgrading. It was originally a 6-cylinder truck and still has the original automatic I want to build this truck as a […]
Fuel Pump Technology: Understanding Different Fuel Pump Designs
Fuel pumps come in a variety of designs. In the most general terms, you can choose between mechanical, belt-drive, and electric (inline and in-tank) pumps. We wrote an earlier post […]
Video: How to Polish Bolts Without Burning Your Hands (or Burning Too Much Time)
If you’ve ever spent time grinding or polishing a set of fasteners, you know it can be time-consuming and even painful. Without a good grip on the bolts, they can […]
Tire Talk: 8 Things Your Tire Tread Might Be Trying to Tell You!
Your tires might be telling you something. Are you listening? The condition of your tires could warn you of premature wear or be a sign of issues in other areas […]
Mailbag: Tips for Choosing the Right Tie-Downs for Your Race Trailer
Q: I need to buy some new tie-downs for my race trailer. What are some rules or guidelines that should be followed when purchasing tie-downs? How about tips for proper installation? Anything […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Rotor Phasing and How it Relates to Aftermarket EFI Systems
If I’m using timing control on my FiTech EFI, why do I need to buy the adjustable MSD rotor? Can’t I just lock out the distributor and then ensure the […]
Quick Tech: Wastegates vs. Blow-Off Valves…What’s the Difference?
Turbocharging continues to gain popularity. But there are still a few areas of a typical turbocharger setup that remain fuzzy to turbo newbies. One of the most common misunderstandings involves the basic […]
Bumper Booster: Installing Smittybilt XRC Steel Bumpers on a Jeep Cherokee XJ
When building a daily driver for an avid off-roader, who also happens to be a high school student in Southern California, there are a some unique challenges you need to consider. […]