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Plug-In Power: Quick Guide to Truck Programmers and Performance Chips

  By now, you know the factory programs your vehicle’s computer with the everyday driver in mind. That means things like power and torque are often sacrificed in favor of more mild performance and driver convenience. Luckily, an avalanche of aftermarket computer programmers, modules, and chips has made it easier and more affordable than ever to

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Mailbag: What’s Causing My Engine to Misfire?

You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week in our Mailbag, we’re tracking down the cause of misfiring. Q: I have a 1991 Chevy half-ton truck. It has a 305 TBI motor with underdrive pulleys, ACCEL distributor cap, rotor, and 8.8mm wires, platinum spark plugs, and a JET Stage 1 computer

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NHRA Wrap-Up: Brown, Worsham, Skillman & Arana Jr. Win Midwest Nationals

Antron Brown extended his mastery of Gateway Motorsports Park by racing to his fourth consecutive Top Fuel victory at the facility Sunday during the NHRA Midwest Nationals. Del Worsham in Funny Car, Drew Skillman in Pro Stock, and Hector Arana Jr. in Pro Stock Motorcycle also were winners in their respective categories at the second

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