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So you’re considering swapping out your stock alternator. There are plenty of good reasons to make the leap to a high-output alternator, but you’ll need to do a little bit of […]

Got questions? We’ve got the answers—every Monday when the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re talking vacuum leaks, torque converter stall speed, and setting the […]

So you just A) bought a high performance engine; B) bolted some go-fast parts on your existing engine, or C) built a brand new engine. Now you’re chomping at the […]

An engine swap is the bedrock of hotrodding. It’s been that way ever since someone first dropped a Flathead Ford V8 onto a spindly Model T frame. That paved the […]

The sixth-generation Chevrolet Camaro debuted for the 2016 model year. Although the 2016 Camaro closely resembles its fifth-generation brethren, a lighter, sleeker design has helped the new Camaro set new […]

If the rotating assembly is the heart and soul of your engine, the camshaft is the brains. It controls the movement of the entire valvetrain, telling the valve when to […]

NOTE: For newbie car enthusiasts, the thought of doing your own maintenance and simple repairs may seem intimidating. For some seasoned gearheads, the thought of maintenance and light repair tasks may seem like […]

Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) has been around for decades, but plenty of hot-rodders remain spooked by the systems: “There are wires running everywhere.” “You need dozens of sensors.” “There are […]

I have a 4.030 small block Chevy with 1/16 inch rings. I have a 4.125 inch bore ring set that I’ll never use. Can I use the larger rings and […]

Lighting has gotten huge in the automotive aftermarket—and with good reason. The proper lights—headlights, taillights, and auxiliary lighting—can deliver improved safety, enhanced vehicle styling, and added versatility. It’s no wonder […]