[portfolio_slideshow id=24346] There are a couple of ways to build a high-flow fuel system for your hot rod. You can build a setup with a fuel cell and all sorts of trick plumbing that looks like it came right off a Pro Stock race car. If you want to keep the sleeper look, you can
Watch this video and learn answers to frequently asked questions about what upgrades you should consider when adding nitrous oxide-generated horsepower to your stock vehicle. The gang at Summit Racing will help you think about the fuel system and piston upgrades you might need to accommodate all that extra horsepower. Hi I am Dave
Like a chance meeting between a jealous wife and a flirty ex-girlfriend, having your pistons and valves come in contact can be very bad—and possibly destructive. That’s why it’s important to check piston-to-valve clearance, especially on racing camshafts and aggressive, high-lift street cams. The camshaft and valvetrain experts at COMP Cams put together this easy, seven-step process for checking piston-to-valve
[portfolio_slideshow id=23237] Adjustable shock absorbers are becoming popular in drag racing. You can adjust their damping characteristics to suit varying tracks and/or track conditions to eliminate wheel hop and tire shake. That leads to improved reaction times. The best adjustable shocks are the ones that offer both compression and extension adjustment. These are better known
Watch this Summit Racing Quick Flicks video to learn how your header’s primary diameter affects performance. You will learn some basic rules for how to choose the best header primary size for your application.
Is your 1986-98 Ford Mustang’s fuel pump worn out? Are a supercharger or turbo in the plans? In this four-minute video, the experts at BBK Performance will show you how to replace or upgrade your 1986-1998 Ford Mustang’s in-tank fuel pump. Check it out!
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we help cure drivetrain vibration and increase 60-foot times. J.L. Kissimmee, FL Q: I have a 1966 Dodge Coronet with a 1972 440 and a 727 Torqueflite transmission. The 8 3/4-inch rear axle has 3.90 gears and a Sure-Grip
Watch this Summit Racing Quick Flicks video and learn the advantages of dual-plane versus single-plane intake manifolds. You will learn the performance expectations of each and it will better help you choose the right intake manifold style for your particular vehicle application.
There are a handful of telltale signs your catalytic converter is on the fritz. Poor acceleration when stepping on the gas pedal Noticeably less fuel efficiency Dark, sooty smoke exiting your muffler Engine starting trouble Failing an emissions test A pungent sulfuric or rotten smell A Check Engine light in conjunction with any of these
Maximize the capabilities of your high performance Holley carburetor by learning how to tune it for high-horsepower and racing applications. In this 38-minute video, a Summit Racing tech expert covers jet tuning and the advanced power valve on your Holley carb. This video is a gold mine for tips you need to get the most
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