How To Switch From A Mechanical Fuel Pump To An Electric One
A huge majority of drag race cars are equipped with electric fuel pumps. No secret, and more than a few street cars have them too. Of course, EFI cars are […]
Infographic: Engine Noises and What They Could Mean
New engines aren’t cheap. And rebuilds can be costly and downright time-consuming. It’s no wonder unfamiliar sounds from our engine compartments can cause immediate concern. Seriously, anything except “vroom,” “roar,” and perhaps […]
IHRA Crowns Tournament of Champions Winners, Summit SuperSeries Champions
From the northern corner of British Columbia to the southern tip of Florida, the International Hot Rod Association saw its most diverse lineup of world champions ever as the IHRA […]
Factory Five/Summit Racing Mk4 Build (Part 4): Body Prep and Fitting Trim
In part three of our Factory Five Mk4 Roadster build, we covered assembly of the 427-cubic-inch 351 Windsor and installation of the drivetrain. Now we direct your attention to prepping […]
Blower Basics (Part 2): Boost and What You Need to Know
Can you ever have too much of a good thing? In the case of boost, the answer is a resounding yes. As we told you in Blower Basics (Part 1), […]
Quickie Comparison: Radial vs. Bias-Ply Tires
Tires come in all shapes, sizes, and designs—from classic whitewalls to knobby off-road tires. Underneath all those different looks and designs, you’ll find a series of textile plys and belts […]
Head Games (Part 2): Understanding Principles of Combustion Chamber Design
In Head Games (Part 1), we covered the importance of cylinder head intake runner size and design. Now we’re going to look at another key factor in choosing the right […]
A Quick Guide to Diagnosing 10 Common Steering Issues
Sloppy steering giving you fits? Before you curse your steering system, you need to pinpoint the actual cause of problem. Poor steering may actually be the result of suspension system issues, […]
Project Firebolt: The LSX Turbo Tacoma (Part 8): The Turbo Arrives & Exhaust Build Begins
Back when I built Thunderbolt, my LS3 Miata, I had a very clear project plan laid out. I wasn’t the first person to do an LS-based drivetrain conversion on a […]
Old vs. New: Comparing Vintage and Modern Intake Manifold Design
Intake manifold technology has progressed by leaps and bounds over the years. (Or, has it?) Additionally, there are many more players in the intake manifold business than we saw years […]