Q&A

Q: What are the different types of electric relays? … A: An electric relay is a high amperage switch controlled with a small electrical input. Normally, the small input controls an electromagnetic […]

I am building a ‘72 Caprice as a tribute patrol cruiser. I am pulling out the original 400 SBC and replacing it with a big-block 454 just so the look […]

Q: What exactly is the “thrust angle” on a vehicle, and why does it matter? … A: The thrust angle is an imaginary line that is precisely 90 degrees from […]

Q: How old are my tires? … A: The serial number of a tire is the most effective way to determine its age. The serial number may also be referred […]

Q: Do I need tall valve covers? … A: Valve covers come in a variety of designs to give your engine the look you want. One important thing you will need […]

I’ve been reading your posts/blogs/articles on tuning with a vacuum advance and it’s been very helpful. My combo is a 355 small-block Chevy, 10.7:1 compression, 23-degree Brodix 10x heads that […]

Q: I want to run E85 in my car. What should I know before changing fuels? … A: Many of us have seen the cars making huge power on E85 […]

Q: I’d like to install a larger throttle body on my Dodge Challenger with an automatic transmission. The car currently has a Summit Racing exhaust system and a Trick Flow […]

Q: I have a Ford F-Series truck that I have owned for close to 50 years. My vision isn’t what it used to be and lately I’ve found myself struggling […]

Q: I have a car that I occasionally take for spirited drives in the mountains near my home. I am looking for replacement brake pads that will provide increased stopping […]