Understanding Lumens, LEDs & Light Output: A Garage & Shop Light Buyer’s Guide
A long time ago, I built a pretty slick NHRA Stock Eliminator car in an unfinished 1,000 square foot garage—the car actually went on to win some major events, but […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Advice for Replacing or Upgrading an Opti-Spark Ignition on a GM LT1 Engine
I was wondering if there is anything that is out there to get rid of the Opti-Spark Distributor in my 1994 Z/28 LT1 engine? R.P. There are a couple of […]
A Beginner DIY Guide to Replacing Your Vehicle’s Exhaust System
Not too long ago, you were lucky if your car, truck, or SUV’s factory exhaust system made it past the vehicle warranty period. In fact, we have not-so-fond memories of […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Thoughts on Running a Mini-Spool in a ’66 Nova (& Eliminating the C-Clips)
I have a 1966 Nova with the 350 small block pushing about 400 horsepower with a 350 Turbo trans with the original 10-bolt rear 8.2 inch gear I was wanting […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Calculating Compression Ratio on an Unknown Engine with Domed Pistons
My dad built this 383 small block Chevy probably 20 years ago. The heads are off the engine and it has domed pistons but I don’t know any details—like the […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Is It OK to Use an Engine That was Rebuilt Years Ago but Never Installed or Run?
I have a small block Ford 302 engine that I had built about six years ago. For reasons I won’t get into, this engine has been sitting on a stand […]
Parts Bin: A Boltster Bolt, Bit & Fastener Organizer Will Make Sure You Never Lose (or Mix-Up) Your Hardware Again
When you’re elbow deep in an engine during a big project, keeping track of all the bolts and hardware you’re removing can be a real big problem. And we’re all […]
Mailbag: What is Total Timing and How Do I Set it?
Q: What is total timing, and how do I set it on my engine? A: Total timing, which refers to the maximum amount of ignition timing applied to the engine, […]
Time to Shine: Advance Your Paint-Restoration Skills
National Car Care Month is here and hopefully soon we will be cruising the town and headed to our favorite car shows. Now is the time to get that ride […]
Dial Indicator Tips: Advice for Choosing, Mounting, Zeroing and Measuring with Dial Indicators
One of the most important tools you’ll find in any racer or rodder’s tool collection is a dial indicator. They’re used for everything from degreeing a cam to checking run-out […]