Mailbag: Swapping a TH-350 Transmission for a TH-700-R4
Q: I have a 1941 Ford sedan with a small block Chevy. I would like to replace the TH-350 transmission with a TH-700-R4. How much difference is there in the physical […]
Video: Maintaining Consistent Nitrous Pressure with a Nitrous Express Bottle Bath
Consistency is key when tuning a nitrous car. By maintaining consistent nitrous pressure from run to run, you eliminate one variable so you can identify other needed adjustments in your track setup. In […]
Mailbag: Upgrading a Fuel System to Match Performance Modifications
Q: I just finished rebuilding the 5.0L engine for my Fox Body Mustang. I made the following modifications: I am reusing the stock 19 pound/hour fuel injectors and electric fuel pump. […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Upgrading Valve Springs for Better High-RPM Performance
I’ve got a 454 H.O. crate engine and we installed a small ProCharger centrifugal on the engine to bump the power. I thought this would work well with the engine’s […]
Cheat Sheets: 25 Measurement Conversions Every Gearhead Should Know
Every car nut has his own way of doing things. That goes for the engineers and marketing guys at big automotive and aftermarket parts manufacturers, too. For example, some fuel […]
Lift Pump Basics: Pressure vs. Flow and Which is More Important
Long-time diesel guys know the benefits of a lift pump. By feeding the injection fuel pump with a steady supply of fuel, a properly operating lift pump assists in maintaining constant fuel pressure even under high […]
Head Start (Part 1): 6 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing Cylinder Heads
How do I choose the right cylinder heads for my engine? It’s a simple question but the actual answer is more complicated than you’d think. There are many factors involved in […]
Mailbag: Budget Tips for Lowering 60-Foot Times (and ETs, Too)!
Q: I need some help getting my Camaro in the 12s at the track. The car has a 350 small block (bored .010-inch over) with 10:1 compression, .488/.510-inch lift hydraulic cam, […]
Video: An In-Depth Look at Summit Racing LS Harmonic Balancers
Watch this video and learn the ins and outs of Summit Racing Street & Strip® Bracket Racer SFI Harmonic Dampers for LS engine applications. These particular harmonic balancers were designed with bracket racers in […]
Mailbag: Quick Guide to Electrical System Grounding
Q: Electrical is not my strong suit, but the time has come for me to complete the wiring on my latest project. Electrical systems can be extremely complex, but are there any […]