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
Everybody that has Ford blue running through their veins loves the 5.0L Coyote. And with good reason—a production Coyote makes 435 horsepower and 400 ft.-lbs. of torque, and they’re readily available in crate engine form. But that doesn’t mean the older 4.6L Ford modular motor has to choke on the Coyote’s dust. In fact, Trick
Learn why stainless steel brake lines provide a firmer pedal feel and durability, while rubber brake lines will help you keep costs down and speed up brake line inspection. Car owners commonly upgrade to stainless steel brake lines from factory-style rubber brake lines. There are three primary reasons: Looks – stainless steel brake lines provide
(Photo: Chris Trotman, Getty Images for NASCAR) Betty Jane France, widow of former NASCAR chairman Bill France Jr., and mother of current NASCAR chairman Brian France and vice chairwoman Lesa France Kennedy, has passed away. “She played a significant role in NASCAR’s history, leading the charge to elevate the experience of our sport for the
Q: I am converting my rear suspension to a coil-over system, and I see spring options vary by the weight of the car. What is the most cost-effective way to determine the weight of my car? A: Many towns have a public scale you can use to weigh your car. If a public scale is not available,
From no-frills military hero to American automotive legend, Jeep has come a long way in its 75 years. There have been some incredible Jeep models, which you can see here. And there have been some amazing aftermarket parts and accessories that have helped cement Jeep’s status as an American institution. With help from the aftermarket aficionados at Summit
I’ve got a Chevy small block 350 with a mild cam (I don’t know what the specs are – I bought the engine used), an Edelbrock Performer intake, Holley 750 vacuum secondary carburetor, and headers. All of this is in my ’72 Chevy pickup. The truck runs great except for a stumble when you first
(Image/OnAllCylinders) The last Studebaker automobile rolled off the assembly line in Hamilton, Ontario, on March 16, 1966. It signaled an end to the marque’s long uphill battle against the Big Three. Plagued by declining sales, Studebaker quietly drove off into the sunset with little fanfare. Fast forward 50 years, and Studebaker stalwarts are making sure
All things being equal, a lightweight race car will always be quicker and faster than a heavy one. But even if you can’t take pounds out of the car, it’s a really good idea to think carefully about how weight is distributed. Weight distribution is extremely important, and mostly misunderstood. Chassis builder Jerry Bickel says weight distribution
If you had to pick four cars to make up the Mount Rushmore of American Muscle Cars, everyone would look at you sideways and attempt to revoke your America Card if you didn’t include the second-generation Chevrolet Chevelle. It simply oozes American Muscle. Just ask Wooderson. Our cameras caught this classic convertible outside the Summit Racing retail
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