Video: The Correct LS Engine Oil Pump Installation Process
Spoiler Alert: Without proper lubrication, your freshly-built LS engine won’t stay fresh for very long. So it’s absolutely vital that you select a quality oil pump and install it the […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Should I Run a High Pressure/High Volume Oil Pump in My Street/Strip 383 SBC Stroker Engine?
I’m building a 383ci small block Chevy for my 1980 Malibu that will see a combination of street use with some fun runs at the drag strip. I don’t plan […]
Video: Why You Don’t Use Grease to Pre-Lube Your Oil Pump Prior to Installation (& What You Should Use Instead)
At first glance, it might make sense to pack your oil pump with some chassis grease or white lithium grease to make sure it’s good and lubed prior to the […]
Are You Still Installing Oil Pumps Right Out of The Box?
Call it blind faith, but a lot of us have been installing new oil pumps right out of the box without giving them a detailed inspection. Most of the time, […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Troubleshooting Low Oil Pressure on a Freshly-Built Chevy 454 Big Block
I recently built a Gen VI 454 big block Chevy street engine that came out of a late model Chevy truck. I had the local machine shop do all the […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Does My Mild Small Block Chevy Need a High Pressure or High Volume Oil Pump?
I am about to rebuild a 350 small block Chevy that originally came out of a truck. We’re going to add new forged pistons, better rods, and if I can […]
Mailbag: Ford 302 Oil Pump Driveshaft & Distributor Alignment Tips
Q: After rebuilding a 302 Ford EFI engine, I am having an issue getting my distributor to seat down all the way in the engine block. It’s about ¼-inch short. […]
Mailbag: High-Volume vs. Standard-Volume Oil Pump on Engine Rebuild
You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. We work with the Summit Racing tech department to help you tackle your auto-related conundrums. In this week’s Mailbag, we’re discussing high-volume vs. standard-volume oil pump use […]
Mailbag: Standard-Volume vs. High-Volume Oil Pumps
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re covering the benefits of high-volume, high-pressure oil pumps. R.B. • Mannford, OK […]