The Light is Right! 4.8L LS Accessory & Flywheel Test
Is there any extra power to be had from removing the accessories or swapping out a heavy flywheel? The data we have from this series of tests is actually broken […]
Summit Racing Equipment Partners with Hemmings for a Fox Body Rehab Series
The late 1980s and early 1990s were glory days for fans of the Fox Body Mustang. You could order a brand new 5.0L LX or GT and go burn the […]
Junkyard LS Blower: 4.8L Trick Flow 220 Cylinder Head Test
What do we want? Boost! When do we want it? Now! How much do we want to pay? Very little! Such is the conundrum experienced by fellow performance enthusiasts, I […]
Fuzz Off: Fixing FM Radio Reception in a Classic Car or Truck
Listening to the radio in a car is an American tradition dating back to the 1920s. That’s 100 years of music, news, and farm reports. Even with the advent of […]
Garage Hacks for Engine Stands
If you work on cars and build engines, then you probably have an engine stand. If you’re like us, it might be one you inherited from a friend or bought […]
Drop the Hammer! Here’s Why You Need a Rubber Mallet in Your Toolbox
Whether it’s for a holiday or birthday, this Tools Under 30 Dollars Gift Guide Series shows you important, yet somewhat uncommon, tools that any gearhead would want. Today, let’s talk […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Advice on Putting a 4L60E Behind a Chevy Inline 6 Engine
I’m installing a 1995 4L60E into my 1965 Chevelle that has an inline Chevy 230ci six cylinder engine. I want the 4L60E for the overdrive and versatility. The car has […]
How to Fix Damaged Threads with a Thread Repair Tool
If you work on cars, trucks, motorcycles, or any other piece of machinery, you’ll no doubt experience that dreadful feeling when a wrench suddenly goes “soft” tightening a bolt. Immediately […]
How Camshaft Valve Overlap Affects Vacuum-Assisted Power Brakes (& How to Compensate to Fix It)
Aftermarket camshafts can add significant power to an engine when properly matched with other parts. But remember, the camshaft grind doesn’t just determine engine rpm operating range, it affects peak […]
Idle Time: Off-Season Inspection & Maintenance Tips for Vintage & Classic Cars
When the weather turns cold and icy, many hot rod and race car owners park their ride for winter storage. Some folks pull the vehicle into a designated slot in […]