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Setting valve lash on an engine with a mechanical cam is a necessary evil. Most pro engine builders will tell you the lash on a race car should be checked […]

Any car builder will tell you that fast costs money. But, as Sloppy Mechanics demonstrates, there are still ways to build a wicked-quick car without help from Fort Knox. Hence […]

Adding a set of 33-inch tall (or taller) tires to your pickup is almost essential for any off-road enthusiast. But the fact is not everyone can afford the cost of […]

It’s no secret that the GM LS engine is the go-to swap choice in the 21st century. Heck, gearheads are shoving the LS into darn near everything with wheels. But, […]

The scheduled production start date for one of the most highly anticipated vehicle releases of 2020—the new Ford Bronco Sport—has been pushed back nearly two months, making it the latest […]

According to the brake geniuses at StopTech, the following are the six primary factors that affect your vehicle’s brake feel. 1. Brake hoses Optimum pedal firmness cannot be achieved with […]

Whether heading down the trail or tarmac, nothing quite compares to an open-top off-roader like a Jeep Wrangler or Ford Bronco. But one of the few disadvantages of going topless […]

I have a 302 Ford in my street rod and have been using the Mallory Unilite distributor for years. Lately it’s been acting up and I can’t buy parts for […]

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 […]

Got questions?  We’ve got the answers—Mondays when the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re swapping IROC-Z components into a 1980s Monte Carlo. Q: I’m restoring a […]