Mailbag: What is Total Timing and How Do I Set it?
Q: What is total timing, and how do I set it on my engine? A: Total timing, which refers to the maximum amount of ignition timing applied to the engine, […]
Little Man: Single-Plane vs. Dual-Plane Intake Manifold Test on a Carbureted 4.8L LS
The great thing about being an LS enthusiast is you don’t have to worry yourself with the petty problems that plagued the lesser Gen. I small blocks, right? Case in […]
Mailbag: What Does a PCV Valve Do?
Q: What is the purpose of a PCV valve? A: The PCV valve is an important part of your crankshaft ventilation system. It serves a few primary function related to […]
iRacing 101: The Ins and Outs of iRacing
What’s a racer with an itchy accelerator foot to do when they can’t be at the track? Do what thousands of your fellow competitors do and go iRacing. iRacing is […]
How to Build a Ford Inline Six Engine for Durability and Power
When Ford was developing the popular 221/260/289/302 cubic-inch small block V8 known as the “90-Degree Fairlane V-8,” it was also working on a lightweight inline six for the new compact […]
Mailbag: How to Keep Your New Wheels Looking Great for a Long Time
Q: I recently got a set of new wheels for my car. How should I go about taking care of them? A: Adding a new set of wheels to your […]
Timing is Everything: How Initial, Mechanical, and Vacuum Advance Work Together to Make Power
Everyone knows the classic four-stroke engine cycle: intake, compression, combustion, exhaust. While all four play a part in performance, it’s the combustion step that relies on the critical sequence of […]
Ask Away! With Jeff Smith: Improving a G-Body Monte Carlo’s Handling and Stance
I have a 1988 Monte Carlo. I want to improve the stance and handling, and perhaps even do something to improve braking. I don’t want to build a race car […]
Clutch Tech: Matching the Right Components for Optimal Pedal Feel
Hydraulic clutch throwout bearing conversion kits deliver smooth action, improved header clearance, and reduced free travel. Available for many popular applications, from Ford Model A to late-model muscle, they require […]
Mailbag: Which Converter is Better for My Vehicle…Lockup or Non-Lockup?
Q: I am choosing a torque converter for my 1970 Nova with a 430 horsepower 383 stroker and a 4L60 transmission. I see lockup and non-lockup options. My understanding is that a […]