Do Cold Air Intake Kits Really Work?
Pop the hood of any modern performance car or truck that’s seen any additional engine upgrades, and we’re willing to bet you’ll see some sort of air intake kit. That’s […]
Ohio’s Dragway 42 Opens for Drag Racing May 26, Track Officials Say
After a two-year string of several construction- and weather-related delays that have postponed the reopening of Dragway 42, it appears the end is finally here. Racetrack officials said the brand-new, […]
The BIGFOOT Diaries (Part 2): More Monster Truck Midlife Misadventures
A note from BIGFOOT: I turned 40 this year. And I went through something of a midlife crisis. This is the second part of my story. You can read the first […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Will LT1-Style Gen. 2 Aluminum Corvette Cylinder Heads Fit on an Earlier Gen. 1 Small Block Chevy?
Can I use a set of 1992 to 1996 aluminum cylinder heads from a Corvette on an earlier small block Chevy? I have a chance to pick up a set […]
Lot Shots: Learn How This Custom 1974 Ford Econoline Van Was Inspired by a Little-Known Garage Band & Cartoon
Ever heard of the band “The Green Fuz” or its eponymous single? Don’t be ashamed if you said no—even diehard rock n’ rollers might have a tough time digging through […]
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 […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Preventing Premature Flat Tappet Camshaft Failure
I’m hearing all kinds of conflicting information about guys losing flat tappet camshafts in engines thousands of miles after the engine was built. It appears the favorite bad guy is […]
NHRA 2016 Wrap-Up: Anderson Continues Team Summit’s Pro Stock Dominance, Joins Brown & Capps As Winners
Greg Anderson ended KB Racing teammate Jason Line’s perfect streak of final-round appearances, but extended Team Summit’s undefeated record in the EFI Pro Stock after winning the rain-delayed NHRA New […]
Essential Air Compressor Accessories: Oilers, Water Traps & Hose Reels
Having a tool like a big air compressor in your workshop is obviously a great asset. No surprise to seasoned enthusiasts. It can be used to perform any number of […]
Basic Tech: Standard vs. Roller Timing Chains
A timing chain doesn’t seem like it has a lot to do. All it does is turn the camshaft in concert with the crankshaft, right? Well, yes… and no. On […]