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At one time, air ratchets were few and far between, particularly among everyday enthusiasts. They were pricey and mostly reserved for pro mechanics. That has definitely changed over the years. […]

Q. I have a lot of old, used spray paint cans on the shelf in my garage. And it seems like every time I grab one to paint with, it’s […]

You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. We work with the Summit Racing tech department to help you tackle your auto-related conundrums. In this week’s Mailbag, we’re calculating compression ratios and cylinder head volume […]

One of the most pivotal issues looming over the U.S. automotive industry took a step forward Sunday when the U.S. Department of Commerce submitted findings to President Donald Trump from […]

How do you calculate compression ratio? What’s the best way to figure out engine displacement? In the automotive mechanics world, there are formulas and conversions for measuring just about everything—from […]

When it comes to fabbing hard lines, there are no real tricks involved. It’s just a matter of measuring, trial and error, and patience. The main goal is to build lines that […]

Perhaps it’s a little cliché at this point, but we’re excited about the unveiling of the all-new C7 Corvette Sunday at the Detroit Auto Show, and we’re looking for another […]

Cars are filled with stuff that can make or break performance. The engine needs to be fed the proper amounts of air, fuel, and spark. The suspension and brakes must be […]

LS engines respond well to cam swaps. It’s probably the #1 upgrade for any LS, because the gains can be dramatic. The reason is that the LS engine family, from […]

There’s endless chatter about exhaust systems and what performs and sounds the best—with headers, mufflers, and pipe sizing being the prime discussion topics. The system you choose determines the sound […]