Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Examining Timing Advance in Street vs. Race Engines
Do you know of or are you a good source for questions about timing? I’m not talking about the basics. I think I have that figured out. A question I […]
Spring Training: Figuring Out Proper Coil Spring Rate for Your Drag Car
Springs? What’s so important about coil springs? Quite a bit actually. Coil springs tend to be one of the most important and most misunderstood components on a modified street or […]
Video 101: An Introduction to Choosing Exhaust Headers
In today’s video, Summit Racing and PowerNation TV teamed up to offer some 101 tech tips for choosing aftermarket headers. In it, you’ll learn when it’s best to choose shorty […]
Mailbag: The 9 Things You Should Know Before Ordering a Camshaft
You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week in our Mailbag, we’re discussing what you need to know when choosing a new camshaft. Q: I […]
Jacked Up: Adding Ground Clearance with a Skyjacker 3-Inch Lift Kit
Just as a winch is severely limited in its capability without its accessory kit (tree strap, clevis, snatch block, etc.), a Cherokee is severely limited in its off-road capability without […]
Quick Tech: How to Prelube Your Engine with Summit’s Engine Preluber
The most dangerous time for any new or rebuilt engine is the initial startup. It’s imperative that all internal engine components are properly lubricated before firing up your engine for […]
Mailbag: How to Run Dual Ignitions for Added Reliability
You’ve got questions. We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re examining a double ignition setup. Q: I have a V8 engine with a single ignition […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: How to Decode a COMP Cams Camshaft
I purchased a used hydraulic roller camshaft from a friend that was originally used in an LS1 engine. My buddy says it’s a mild cam that’s bigger than a stock […]
Blown Away: 15 Installation Mistakes that Can Lead to the Dreaded Blown Head Gasket
Blown head gasket. Those three words can strike fear in car novices and seasoned gearheads alike. A blown head gasket can mean costly repairs if you farm out your mechanical […]
Mailbag: Tracking Down Potential Charging System Issues
You’ve got questions. We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re troubleshooting a weak charging system. Q: I own a 1969 Ford Bronco which I am […]