When the average hot rodder ponders a new ignition system, it’s not unusual to migrate toward the most common or publicized brands. While it’s understandable to focus on familiar brand names, there are more choices out there than you think. One of those lesser known options is Crane Cams. Believe it or not, the cam experts
I’m considering buying one of those self-learning TBI fuel injection systems. I’ve heard that the fuel delivery system is the most important part of the installation so I’ve been reading up on electric fuel pumps. I’ve noticed that companies rate their pumps at different power levels based on how they will be used. Why does
[portfolio_slideshow id=34590] So you want to buy a set of control arms. Okay, easy enough. Do you want tubular or boxed arms? Picking a design style is fairly straightforward. Are you going to race the car? It’s a legit question. How about color? These questions are getting simpler. What bushing do you need? …um. Chances
[portfolio_slideshow id=34358] Leaf springs have been used since the days of horse drawn carriages, and are still found on the back of new pickup trucks today for one simple reason: they work! Leaf springs locate the axle fore and aft and side to side, hold up the chassis, and provide excellent load-carrying capabilities. That doesn’t
Furnace brazed. Induction hardened. Shot peened. These are phrases you’ll find throughout your Summit Racing catalog. They are often included as beneficial selling points on parts—in most cases, critical engine and vehicle performance parts. But do you know what these phrases mean? And more importantly, do you know what they mean to the performance of
[portfolio_slideshow id=33751] When Chevy’s small block debuted in 1955, it didn’t take long for it to be regarded as a marvel of performance engineering, particularly when it came to its innovative valvetrain. Its lightweight, ball and stud, stamped rocker arm configuration allowed it to turn unheard of (for that era) engine speeds. It wasn’t long
I recently read a story in a national publication that struck me as interesting and worth dissecting. The story tested the addition of a tall, long runner EFI intake manifold versus a production LS1 intake. I’ve recreated the curve in the charts and graphs included here. The test showed that the baseline combination using the
[portfolio_slideshow id=33574] When it comes to reworking the brakes on your car, two things seldom come into consideration: your master cylinder and pedal ratio. And those are two factors that are absolutely critical to your brake system performance. The brake pedal acts as a lever to increase the force the driver applies to the master cylinder. The master cylinder,
Editor’s Note: This guest post is courtesy of the Car Care Council, which is dedicated to educating vehicle owners about the benefits of regular vehicle maintenance through its “Be Car Care Aware” program. Sooner or later, all car batteries must be replaced. Excessive heat and overcharging are the two main reasons for shortened battery life. Heat causes battery fluid
To prevent your street machine, muscle car, or even your daily driver from overheating, it’s important to keep your cooling system running properly. We’ve compiled eight essential cooling system checks to help your ride survive the summer. Check the Coolant Level It goes without saying—you need the right amount of coolant in your cooling system
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