How to Troubleshoot a Noisy Alternator
There are some vehicle functions we can probably live without. A properly working charging system isn’t one of them. Among the various common charging system problems you might encounter, one is […]
Carb Science: Two-Circuit vs. Three-Circuit Metering Systems for Race Applications
Before electronic fuel injection’s microprocessors and sensors revolutionized fuel delivery, carburetors fueled high performance machines using mechanical components like metering systems and boosters. Over the years, carburetor manufacturers have developed different metering systems which […]
Brake Down: 3 Brake System Myths and Why They’re False
(Image/blog.driversed.com) The guys at StopTech have the science of brake systems down. So much so that they released a series of white papers that include everything from a basic glossary of […]
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Revisiting Common Causes and Cures for Vapor Lock
What exactly is vapor lock? The weather is warming up now and last summer I had trouble with my small block Nova dying a various times when he engine ran […]
Finding Balance (Part 3): Getting Beyond the Shortcomings of Traditional Engine Balancing
In Part 2 of Finding Balance, we covered some of the variables that go accounted for during most traditional engine balancing processes. The million dollar question is: Given all these […]
Mailbag: Budget-Friendly Ways to Lower Engine Operating Temps
Q: I bought a 1988 Camaro IROC-Z with a 350 TPI (the second I have owned). My question is about engine running temperature. When the car is not moving faster than 30 […]
Transmission Match: How to Visually Identify an Automatic Transmission
Transmission identification is a common issue among classic car enthusiasts. According to the Summit Racing technical department, it’s one of the most-asked-about topics when customers call for advice. We dedicated an […]
Dana Done Better: How and Why to Upgrade Your Dana 60 with Summit Racing’s Axle Upgrade Combo
As the old saying goes: “You’re only as strong as your weakest link.” In four-wheeling circles, that timeless adage applies perfectly to the famously tough Dana 60 front axle. Although […]
Intercooler Guide (Part 1): Air-to-Air vs. Liquid-to-Air Intercoolers, and Which is Right for You
Turbochargers are somewhat of a glamour product. They make big power and, along with superchargers and nitrous, are considered part of the holy triumvirate of automotive power adders. Turbos are not only common aftermarket […]
Video: How to Install a Be Cool Direct-Fit Cooling Module
Nothing ruins a road trip or summer night cruise like an overheated engine. Fortunately, companies like Be Cool are aiming to make cooling system upgrades for classic cars easier than […]