By now, it’s common practice (or should be) to use break-in oil with ZDDP or a zinc additive for a flat-tappet camshaft. But what about roller cams? Any old oil will work for that, right? According top engine builders, ring manufacturers, and cam grinders, the answer is no. And the reason is pretty simple. While the rings
EDITOR’S NOTE: What are the top high performance automotive parts of all time? Or in this case, what are the Top 20 most iconic parts that changed hot rodding? We’re talking total game-changers in the annals of our hobby. We asked a panel of OnAllCylinders staffers, longtime automotive journalists, and veteran members of the Summit Racing technical and
If you own a lifted Jeep or one to which you plan to add a lift kit, you may also be considering a slip yoke eliminator because driveline angle is critical and heavily influenced by suspension lift. Jeep Wrangler rear driveshafts usually measure at 13.5 inches or less. With this short a running length, every
All hail the king of torque! With a staggering 900 ft.-lbs. of torque, the 2016 Ram 3500HD will offer the most torque ever from the mass-produced vehicle, according to Ram. The 2016 version will offer 35 more ft.-lbs. than last year’s model. The added grunt comes from the Cummins 6.7L inline six diesel which also makes 385
EDITOR’S NOTE: What are the top high performance automotive parts of all time? Or in this case, what are the Top 20 most iconic parts that changed hot rodding? We’re talking total game-changers in the annals of our hobby. We asked a panel of OnAllCylinders staffers, longtime automotive journalists, and veteran members of the Summit Racing technical and
WEST SALEM, OH. – This isn’t your father’s Dragway 42. Elyria, OH businessman and drag racer Ron Matcham bought the historic drag strip and a bunch of surrounding land in late 2013 with designs on creating a brand-new, world-class drag racing and entertainment complex in this rural town about 30 miles (as the crow flies)
You’ve got questions. We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re talking oil pumps. Q: I want to put a high volume oil pump in my 1970 Ford Galaxie 500 with a 351W engine. What type should I run: Sealed Power or Melling? Is there a difference in
Matt Hagan won at his home track in Funny Car for the first time Sunday at the NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway. Richie Crampton in Top Fuel) and Erica Enders-Stevens in Pro Stock were also winners in their respective categories at the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series event at the historic dragstrip
[portfolio_slideshow id=43633] Before Nick Speridon III graduated high school and left home, he and his father, Nick Speridon Jr., wanted to do something together as father and son. The two had always shared a love for baseball and hunting, but they were looking for something different. A father-son project, or maybe a trip of some
Today is the day we officially celebrate dads. But if you’re fortunate enough to have had a gearhead dad, you likely celebrate your father every day by sharing his passion for cars, trucks, and all things automotive. Your dad likely had some influence in getting you interested in cars. He may have affected your buying habits or sparked
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