Ask Away: GM 10-Bolt vs. 12-Bolt Rear-Ends
With the upcoming addition of the 454-cubic-inch big block to my 1966 El Camino, I begin to worry about the durability of the 8.2-inch 10-bolt rear. It currently houses a 3.36:1 […]
Mailbag: A Basic Guide to Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS)
We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re taking a closer look at tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS). Q: Can you provide some basics […]
Mailbag: Selecting the Right Carburetor for a Small Block Street Engine
We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re helping to choose the proper carburetor for a 400-cubic-inch small block. D.N. Bedford, OH Q: I’m […]
Mailbag: Tracking Down Causes of Starter Failure
We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re looking for causes for recurring starter failure. P.M. Carson City, NV Q: My 1968 El Camino has […]
Mailbag: Swapping a 383 into a Dodge Dart
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re cramming a 383 into a 1974 Dodge Dart Sport. Q: I have an old Chrysler Newport […]
Ask Away: Optimizing Your Nitrous System with Proper Bottle Pressure
I recently installed a NOS Cheater nitrous system on my car and we took it to a chassis dyno to test the system. The jets were rated at 150 hp […]
Mailbag: Diagnosing Potential Transmission Valve Body Issues
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re having a closer look at problematic transmission. D.S. Lakeworth, FL Q: I have a Turbo […]
Mailbag: Prepping a 351 Windsor for Oval Track Racing
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re getting a Ford 351W ready for some oval track racing. H.F. Acme, PA Q: My […]
Mailbag: How to Avoid Loss of Acceleration at Higher Gears
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re curing a potential fuel delivery problem. B.L. Vale, NC Q: I have a 350 Chevy […]
Ask Away: How Do You Hook up a Turbo 400 Kickdown? (Hint: It’s Not Like Other 3-Speeds)
I have a TH400 trans that I just bought to replace the ailing TH350 in my ’70 big-block Camaro. A friend told me that there’s a special way to set […]