Charlie Keel’s 1968 Dodge Charger is impressive. A glimpse at a few pictures will show you that much. What it won’t show you is the absolute struggle Keel went through to build the car. In 2011 Keel was diagnosed with kidney cancer and multiple sclerosis. “I knew my health was very bad,” he said. “I
Q: I’m rebuilding the 350 TBI engine in my 1992 Chevy 3/4-ton pickup, and I’m looking for a boost in bottom-end power. I’ve selected Edelbrock’s Performer TBI intake manifold and Performer-Plus cam and lifter kit. Is this the best choice for my performance goals? A: The Edebrock combination you’ve selected is an excellent choice for adding low-end
Del Worsham claimed his second NHRA world championship title and first in Funny Car, and then raced to the event victory Sunday at the Auto Club NHRA Finals in California. Southern California native Worsham defeated Mello Yello Countdown to the Championship playoff rival Jack Beckman in the semifinals to secure the Funny Car season title
As we inch closer to turning the page on another calendar year, conspicuous signs of seasonality (for those of us living in such places) abound, reminding us that we don’t have really nice vehicles to store this winter. But for those who do, there are a few must-have products for proper winter storage. Most of it isn’t
[portfolio_slideshow id=48410] Edelbrock introduced its new E-Force Supercharger for 2015-16 Mustang 5.0L at the SEMA Show last week, but the most exciting news is yet to come! Company officials are expecting to release final dyno numbers, which will reportedly show well over 200 additional horsepower for Coyote-equipped sixth-generation Mustangs. According to Edelbrock National Sales Manager Cary
It’s a long trip from Cumberland, MD to Johnson Valley, CA. It seems even longer when you compare lush, mountainous Cumberland with the dirt and rocks of Johnson Valley. So who would have guessed that a young shoe from the East Coast would come out of nowhere to win the 2012 King of the Hammers
When it comes to friendships, there’s not much that people value higher than loyalty and steadfastness. You know, that type of friend that you can always count on to be there no matter what, even if it’s not easy for them. There will be great stories and memories. Those friendships create strong bonds that can
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. On Wednesdays, we’ll share our parking lot find of the
November 12, 2004 is a day Steve Connor will never forget. Connor became an amputee and veteran of the U.S. Navy after a tragic accident left the then-23-year-old Second Class Machinist Mate in a coma and fighting for his life. With help from his wife, Keri, Connor not only survived the accident, but has also become an inspiration
I was at my local car show the other day and I talked with a guy who built an inline Chevy 6 for his street rod. I was interested in the engine because it’s different. I’m getting tired of seeing small-block Chevys and LS engines everywhere. I don’t know much about these engines. Are they
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