Comparing Camshafts: A History of Camshaft Specs and Choosing the Right Cam
Have you ever wondered why one camshaft makes more power than the other? Would you like to compare the behaviors of multiple cams without ever doing a cam swap? Written […]
Back in Black Nighthawk LS Engine Build (Part 1): The Short Block
We recently were commissioned to build a street performance engine for AERA (Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association) to display at the 2015 Performance Racing Industry trade show in Indianapolis. We decided to build […]
Plus is the New E: Summit Racing E303 Plus vs. Ford E303 Camshaft Comparison
How much is a cam swap worth on a 5.0L Mustang? Obviously, the next question should be: What cam swap are we talking about? The Ford Performance “Alphabet Cams” When […]
Camshaft FAQs: What is Lobe Separation? What are Intake and Exhaust Centerlines? (And More)
Find the camshafts section in your latest Summit Racing catalog and you’ll quickly notice that all the cams are displayed with duration and lift. That’s because veteran gearheads use these […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Cam Swap Tech for 5.3L LS/Vortec Engines
I’ve seen in a 4.8L LS engine story where you used a COMP short duration hydraulic roller cam and the engine made really good power. That cam, if I recall […]
Ride Shares: Jeff’s 1973 Jeep CJ-5
Vehicle: 1973 Jeep CJ-5 Owner: Jeff Kova Engine: AMC 304 (5.0 L) V8 Features: Holley 4160 600cfm Carburetor, Edelbrock Performer 2131 Intake Manifold, Offenhauser aluminum Gasser-style hood scoop Offenhauser 5285, HEI Ignition […]
Mailbag: What’s Causing Gasoline to Leak into My Oil?
You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week in our Mailbag, we’re tracking down the source of gasoline in oil. Q: My 351 Cleveland engine is […]
Quick Tech: TTY Fasteners and LS Engines — What You Need to Know
Think all fasteners are created equal? Of course not. If you’re an engine builder, you know the importance of using good-quality fasteners. And you’re probably also familiar with the torque-to-yield, […]
PRI 2022 Product Feature Video: Fragola’s Got Hoses & Fittings That’ll Handle High-Pressure, High-Temperature Fuel Systems
It’s no secret that high performance engines—along with many stock EFI vehicles nowadays—often demand a fuel system that’ll withstand high-pressure, high-temperature operating conditions. Fragola Performance Systems is here to help […]
2019 Chevy Corvette ZR1 Revealed; Fastest Production ‘Vette—Ever
Chevrolet just unveiled the brand-new 2019 Corvette ZR1 over the weekend. Judging from the specs, it’s clear that Chevy made sure this Vette lived up to its ZR-1 namesake—a world-class […]