Mailbag: Tall Valve Covers vs. Stock Valve Covers
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 […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Adjusting Vacuum, Timing & Advance Springs to Cure Engine Misfire
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 […]
Mailbag: What Do I Need to Run E85 Fuel?
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 […]
Mailbag: Upgrade Advice for Adding Larger Throttle Body to Late Model Challenger
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 […]
Mailbag: Headlight Replacement Tips for Better Night-Driving Visibility
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 […]
Mailbag: Brake Pad Recommendations for Multi-Purpose Driving
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 […]
Mailbag: Finding Brake Balance in a Second-Gen Camaro
Q: I have a race-prepped second-gen Camaro with skinny tires up front and wide tires in the rear. The other day I had to make a quick stop and the […]
Mailbag: Ford 302 Oil Pump Driveshaft & Distributor Alignment Tips
Q: After rebuilding a 302 Ford EFI engine, I am having an issue getting my distributor to seat down all the way in the engine block. It’s about ¼-inch short. […]
Mailbag: Choosing a New Clutch After Adding Power to Street-Strip Gen5 Camaro
Q: I am getting ready to add a supercharger, cylinder heads, and a hotter camshaft to my 2012 Chevy Camaro SS. It’s my daily driver that I also autocross and […]
Mailbag: Are Winter Tires Worth It?
Q: I live in an area that occasionally experiences heavy snowfall during the winter and I’m considering a set of winter wheels and tires. Are they really worth it, given […]