Q&A

You’ve got questions. We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums.  Q: I own a first-gen Pontiac Firebird coupe with a mostly stock 1971 400 engine. The engine is […]

Okay, I keep reading about there is a difference between detonation and pre-ignition but it seems that whenever I ask anybody about this, they agree but don’t know the difference. […]

You’ve got questions. We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums.  Q: My vintage 1950s Chevy truck project has hit a snag. I recently installed a 283 small […]

You’ve got questions. We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums.  D.L. Kansas City, KS Q: My trusty 1936 Plymouth 4-door has a .060-inch over, 350 Chevy with […]

In the ‘80s, GM used a 4.3L 90-degree V6 in many different cars. I know that this engine is basically a small-block Chevy with two cylinders removed. This got me […]

I’m considering buying one of those self-learning TBI fuel injection systems. I’ve heard that the fuel delivery system is the most important part of the installation so I’ve been reading […]

If you missed it, Part 1 of the X-pipes vs. H-pipes Summit Racing Quick Flicks video series focused on the basic differences between the two designs and how to choose […]

You’ve got questions. We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re tracking down some ignition box issues in a Plymouth Duster. Q: Our Plymouth Duster […]

Q: After I swapped carburetors on my 307 Chevy, I noticed blue smoke coming out of my car’s tailpipes when I accelerate. I always thought too much gas caused blue smoke, […]

I hate to admit that I’ve been working on cars for more years that I care to admit and yet I still don’t understand all the different things about ignition […]