Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: How Camshafts Relate to Exhaust Smell
I have a ’68 383 Road Runner, I bought it as a non-running car and it had a considerable cam in it when I got it—I think it is the […]
Carburetor Basics 101: A Quick Overview of Primary and Secondary Barrels for Street or Race Applications
There is much to consider when choosing a carburetor for your vehicle. Airflow, choke style, and even the physical height of your carburetor will come into play. But what about […]
A Quick Guide to Carburetor Heights (and Why They’re Important)
When it comes to choosing a carburetor, there are lots of things to consider: airflow, choke style, and secondary type, to name a few. But what about the physical height of the […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: A Step-by-Step Guide to Curing Engine Hesitation
My neighbor kid just bought a ’69 C10 pickup with a 350 small block with a Holley carburetor an aluminum intake, cast iron exhaust manifolds, and a TH350 automatic. He’s […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Comparing EFI vs. Carburetion on a 6.0L LS Swap
I’m considering swapping a 6.0L truck LS engine into my ’69 Chevy pickup and I’m trying to decide which intake system to use. My engine has the stock plastic, truck […]
Mailbag: Tuning Your Carburetor for Mid and Upper RPM Power
You’ve got questions. We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re setting up a Holley carburetor for mid and high rpm power production. […]
Mailbag: Matching Carb to Cam with Demon Carburetion
We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we help choose the right carburetor for 1960s era Fairlane. Q: I have a 1967 Ford […]
Mailbag: “What is Causing My Car to Hesitate?”
Q: I have a Trans Am powered by a 406 small block Chevy. The engine has 9.67:1 compression, GM cast iron cylinder heads with Crane roller rockers, an Edelbrock Performer […]
Video: How to Tune Electric and Manual Carburetor Chokes
Learn how to tune electric and manual carburetor chokes to help you start your carbureted vehicle on a cold morning. You’ll also learn how to find the correct choke position […]
Video: How to Adjust the Accelerator Pump on Your Holley-Style Carburetor
Prevent engine sputtering by learning how to properly tune your Holley-style four-barrel carburetor’s accelerator pump. Watch this 7-minute video and learn everything you’ll need to know to achieve smooth, consistent […]