Month: September

Friday Road Trip: Celebrate the Rebirth (sort of) of Famed Route 66

It has been 27 years since Route 66, America’s original east-west highway connecting Chicago to Los Angeles, was decommissioned. Now, it seems the Mother Road is making a comeback of sorts. In 1999, the National Route 66 Preservation Bill was signed into law. Disney Pixar’s Cars movie brought the legendary road back to life (at least for

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Carb Tuning Tips, Part 1: Understanding Basic Carburetor Anatomy

[portfolio_slideshow id=10444] If you ever have the chance to discuss engine tuning troubles with the legendary Jon Kaase, you’ll rejoice in his simple logic: “Most engine troubles are centered on spark or fuel—if it has the former, it is either getting too much or too little of the latter,” Kaase says. With help from the

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Exploring Some Exhaust Options for ATVs, Dirt Bikes, and Side By Sides

A new, aftermarket exhaust is probably the easiest way to add power to your dirt bike, quad, or side by side. When shopping for exhaust systems for your powersports vehicle, it’s important to consider your environment and riding application. Running quiet is becoming more and more important in populated areas. Many public riding areas have

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Hoosier Racing Tire Founder Bob Newton Dies

Bob Newton, founder of Hoosier Racing Tire, died Wednesday. He was 85. Newton founded the tire maker in 1957 with his wife Joyce. Newton originally produced racing tires out of an abandoned horse barn in South Bend, IN, by re-treading street tires with a softer compound. “Hoosier has lost a visionary and one of our ingenious co-founders,

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Lot Shots Find of the Week: 1967 Plymouth Barracuda

[portfolio_slideshow id=10372] A parking lot is a parking lot is a parking lot—unless it’s the Summit Racing parking lot. On any given day or time, the lot outside a Summit Racing store can turn into an impromptu mini car show, depending on who’s stopped by the store. Each Wednesday, we’ll share our parking lot find of the week—another

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Video: Affordable Bolt-On Parts for Late-Model Vehicles

In this Summit Racing Quick Flicks video, Dave and Al will tell you about six of their favorite wallet-friendly bolt-ons for your late-model vehicle. Learn about some affordable options to achieve quick performance gains, and perhaps have a few laughs during the outtakes.   Save money. Go fast. Have a laugh.   Not a bad

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Monday Mailbag: Wheel/Tire Math

Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re figuring out how to stuff bigger, beefier tires underneath a Jeep Wrangler.                                 K.W. • Warroad, MN Q: I want to install 33-inch x 12.5-inch x 15-inch tires on a 2005 Jeep Wrangler. It’s equipped with a two-inch Rubicon Express Budget

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Parts Bin: The Latest Mustang Headers, Dirt Bike Detailing & More

From time-to-time, OnAllCylinders will provide a peek at some of the newest products and deals that can help get your next project on track for less. Check out what’s in our parts bin this week: Pypes Performance Stainless Steel Stepped Mustang Headers Add Horsepower to Your Coyote 5.0L The only stepped headers available for the 2011-13

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