Parts-Bin Engineering: Richard Cumo’s Lotus Esprit S4
In production from 1976 to 2004, the Lotus Esprit built an impressive resume. It made appearances in two James Bond films (including once as a submarine), was featured alongside Julia Roberts in the movie “Pretty Woman,” earned an IMSA Bridgestone Supercar Championship driver’s title, and starred in video games on the Sega Genesis. That pedigree
Video: How to Measure for the Right Shock Fit on Your Car or Truck
Travel, compression, rebound, ride height—you’ve got a lot of factors to consider when installing aftermarket shock absorbers. Thankfully, the suspension experts at QA1 can explain what you need to know before buying any parts. In today’s video, the QA1 team covers how to set up ride height, which will ultimately help determine what type and
Ford Performance Parts Buyers Guide for 2015-17 Mustang (S550)
It’s hard to believe, but the S550 Mustang (2015-17 Mustang) has now been in production for more than three years. That means more and more sixth-generation ‘Stangs from the 2015 model year will be coming off leases and out of warranty. So, if you’ve ever wanted to get your hands on an S550 (or hop
New 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL Details Emerge: Three Engine Options Available
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL is now in the Fiat-Chrysler America dealer system, according to several reports, giving Jeep and off-road enthusiasts our first look at the engines, trims, colors, and option packages available in this all-new, highly anticipated Wrangler. For the first time in decades, Jeep is offering a Wrangler diesel engine option in North
Mailbag: Choosing Stock vs. Aftermarket Performance Parts for an Olds 350 Engine Build
You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. We work with the Summit Racing tech department to help you tackle your auto-related conundrums. In this week’s Mailbag, we’re answering several questions about an Olds 350 engine build. Q: I am building a 1977 Olds 350 that I will be installing in a 1976 Nova. The engine has 9.5:1 compression pistons,
Photo Gallery: Exotics, Muscle Cars, Trucks, and Imports from NEO Cars & Coffee 2017
TALLMADGE, OH. — At a typical Cars and Coffee event, you’re just as likely to see a European supercar as you are vintage American muscle. The whole idea behind the worldwide series of Cars & Coffee cruise-ins is a celebration of all-things automotive. A recent NEO (Northeast Ohio) Cars & Coffee at the Summit Racing retail
NHRA Wrap-Up: Brown, Hight & Skillman Win in Seattle
Antron Brown piloted his dragster to the Top Fuel victory Sunday at the 30th annual NHRA Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways in Kent, WA. Robert Hight in Funny Car, and Drew Skillman in Pro Stock were also winners in their respective categories at the 16th of 24 events on the 2017 NHRA Mello Yello Drag
Parts Bin: MBRP Pro Series Axle-Back Exhaust Systems for the 2015-17 Mustang GT
From time to time, OnAllCylinders will provide a peek at some of the newest products and deals that can help get your next project on track for less. Check out what’s in our parts bin this week: MBRP Axle-Back Exhaust Systems for the Gen-Six Mustang GT can be installed in about an hour or so using
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: How to Identify Gasket Leaks and Fix Them
I have a 383 c.i. small-block Chevy that I recently rebuilt and installed in my ’72 El Camino. Unfortunately, it appears that the rear main seal is leaking. I’m pretty sure I installed the seal the right way, but it’s obvious from how bad the leak is that it’s going to have to be replaced.
Recreating a Legend: Thunder Valley Racing’s Factory Five Gen 3 Daytona Coupe
Karen Salvaggio of Thunder Valley Racing is no stranger to building and racing Factory Five Racing MK4 Roadsters and Type 65 Daytona Coupes. So when Factory Five wanted to beta test the race-ready ‘R’ version of the Gen 3 Daytona Coupe, she got one of the first kits—#002, in fact. The Daytona Coupe-R represents the




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