Mailbag: How to Identify GM Differential Carriers
Q: I have a 1970 El Camino with a 12-bolt differential and 4.11:1 ring and pinion. I’m not sure if it’s the original gear ratio, but I want to change […]
Author: Dave Matthews
Dave Matthews was a mechanic for the U.S. Army, a Ford dealership, and served for many years as a fleet mechanic for construction companies. Now a technical content producer at Summit Racing, Dave has spent decades working on everything from military vehicles to high performance race machines.
Mailbag: Which Converter is Better for My Vehicle…Lockup or Non-Lockup?
Q: I am choosing a torque converter for my 1970 Nova with a 430 horsepower 383 stroker and a 4L60 transmission. I see lockup and non-lockup options. My understanding is that a […]
Mailbag: Ford 302 Firing Problems After Cam Swap
Q: I have a 1994 Ford F-150 with a 5.0L engine and factory mass airflow sensor. I just had the heads redone and installed a Trick Flow Stage 1 camshaft. […]
Mailbag: Advice for Building a Ford 427 Clevor Engine
Q: I’m building a Factory Five Mk4 Roadster and I would love to install a Boss Nine 427 engine, but it’s way out of my budget. Ford Performance offers a very […]
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 […]
Flywheels 101: Choose the Best Flywheel for your Engine and Application
Chances are you don’t give much thought to that metal disc spinning inside of your bellhousing. However, choosing the best flywheel for your vehicle application will greatly affect performance, drivability, […]
How to Identify a Ford Coyote 5.0L Engine
The Ford Coyote is a 5.0L V8 engine powering the 2011-2020 Ford Mustang GT and Ford F-150 pickup trucks. Since the Coyote engine’s inception, Ford has made several upgrades and […]
Mailbag: Upgrade Advice for Adding Larger Throttle Body to Late Model Challenger
Q: I’d like to install a larger throttle body on my Dodge Challenger with an automatic transmission. The car currently has a Summit Racing exhaust system and a Trick Flow […]
Mailbag: Headlight Replacement Tips for Better Night-Driving Visibility
Q: I have a Ford F-Series truck that I have owned for close to 50 years. My vision isn’t what it used to be and lately I’ve found myself struggling […]
Mailbag: Brake Pad Recommendations for Multi-Purpose Driving
Q: I have a car that I occasionally take for spirited drives in the mountains near my home. I am looking for replacement brake pads that will provide increased stopping […]