When it comes to cylinder head fasteners, it’s crucial that you follow the recommended torque specifications and torque sequences. Torque specs vary depending on the fastener brand, lubricants, and other factors; however, the cylinder head torque sequence generally remains constant for a given engine. To give you a quick reference of torque sequences, we’re rolling out a series of infographics
In our first installment of our ’68 Mustang rejuvenation project, we prepped our Blueprint 408 Windsor to be dropped in and replace the tired original 289. Since then, we did go ahead drop it in, but you’ll have to wait until the next installment to see that process. Our main point in dropping in the
What a road it’s been for the Buick Skylark. The venerable Buick started life as a convertible-only trim level of the Buick Roadmaster and was conceived to help Buick commemorate its 50th anniversary. Then, after a brief, two-year existence, it was gone. It was resurrected for a two-year stint as a luxury trim level of the Buick Special
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 has stopped by the store. On Wednesdays, we’ll share our parking lot find of
We’ve talked a lot recently about vapor lock. You can learn what vapor lock is by reading this article. You can then find some cures for the root causes of vapor lock in this post by OnAllCylinders contributor and tech guru Jeff Smith. In addition to the tips in Jeff’s articles, there are some extra precautions you can take to
Q: I’m building a fuel system for my 1969 Chevelle. I plan on running an electric fuel pump that puts out a maximum pressure of 14 psi. What type of fuel pressure regulator should I use? A: You can use a bypass (return) on a non-return style fuel pressure regulator. A bypass regulator sends unused fuel back
Friday, July 8 is Collector Car Appreciation Day, and you’re encouraged to get out and show off your collector car–restored, modified, or whatever! The annual, unofficial auto holiday serves to raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. Below you’ll find a complete schedule of remaining Collector Car Appreciation Day-related events, courtesy of
NORWALK, OH — It’s nothing most of us haven’t seen before, so we think little of it. Two drivers suiting up, making their way through the staging lanes and water box. Two drivers prepping their race cars and tires with rubber-smoking burnouts before staging at the tree. Two drivers who launch when they see yellow,
June was a busy month for OnAllCylinders and Summit Racing. Now behind us are Super Summit, Father’s Day and the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals. All that’s left is for you to name the Top June 2016 Fan Ride. Below are the Top 10 June Fan Rides based on Summit Racing’s Facebook engagement. Vote for your favorite
I don’t know if this is the right spot for a question but will a 16-inch electric fan cool a 1993 C1500 in the summer? J.P. Jeff Smith: The easy answer to this question is a qualified yes, but we’d be selling you short if we simply left it at that. The real answer to
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