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It should come as no surprise that Torque Angle is the measurement of choice for some engine components (the main example being connecting rods). When tightening fasteners by way of […]

When it comes time to perform mods to your small-block Ford, gearheads have many choices. The choices include everything from basic bolts ons to pressurized power adders? Let’s not forget […]

Q: I want to run E85 in my car. What should I know before changing fuels? … A: Many of us have seen the cars making huge power on E85 […]

I don’t know about you but I have pretty good collection of dull drill bits in my tool cabinet. I always promise myself I’ll replace them soon, but it seems […]

Q: Do I need a high-volume or high-pressure oil pump? … A: When buying an oil pump, you have a few options. The right pump for you depends on how […]

Q. I have a Cummins diesel-powered drag race truck. I’m thinking about adding a nitrous oxide system to reduce turbo spool time and improve overall power. Do diesel engines react […]

Lesson #2 in our Hot Rod Home School 101 course for beginning DIY mechanics: a basic tuneup. Again, these are the jobs fans on Summit Racing’s Facebook page helped identify […]

Congratulations, you’ve settled on a nitrous system. There are any number of great systems on the market, and choosing a nitrous kit that’s right for your vehicle can be an […]

Let’s skip a few thousand word dissertation on the basics of electricity and just say that, for brevity’s sake, there are two types of electrical power. Alternating current (AC) is […]

Dart, with their ever evolving line of affordable SHP blocks; has added features once only found in high-end racing blocks. With new offerings for traditional small block, LS, and big […]