Vintage commercial trucks, semis, and tractor-trailers are an incredible subset of the automotive hobby. Just like any classic vehicle, these heavy-haulers, 18-wheelers, and big rigs ooze style with a healthy dose of “get-it-done” utilitarianism. OnAllCylinders had boots on the ground at the American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) annual convention this past weekend in Lexington, KY. From Peterbilts to Kenworths,
Clay Millican raced to his second straight victory of the season with a win on Sunday at the Route 66 NHRA Nationals at Route 66 Raceway in Joliet, IL. Robert Hight in Funny Car, Jeg Coughlin Jr. in Pro Stock, and Matt Smith in Pro Stock Motorcycle were also winners in their respective categories at
Your car or truck relies on engine vacuum for a lot of applications, on things ranging from HVAC doors and pop-up headlights to critical vehicle systems like your power brakes and ignition timing. While most engines naturally create adequate vacuum, if your vehicle has a diesel or small-displacement engine, then there’s a good chance it
Q: I own a 1986 Ford Bronco 4×4 with a 302 V8, electronic fuel injection, and a C-6 automatic transmission. The body is banged up and rusted beyond repair. I plan to remove it and install a 1951 Ford F-1 pickup body. However, I’d like to remove the EFI and install a 4-barrel carburetor. Do
Making a splice in a vehicle’s automotive wiring is a critical task, because you’ve got to ensure there’s a solid electrical and mechanical connection that will withstand the vibration and temperature extremes found in automotive environments. Often, these splices must occur in tight spaces where there’s limited access to the wires, which can compound the
There are many questions related to adjusting tire pressure on a drag car, and it seems everyone has a different opinion. The reality is, every car will require a slightly different tire PSI regimen, but according to chassis builder Jerry Bickel, there are some basics you can use in order to reach your baseline. Bickel
When Dodge initially teased the Challenger SRT Demon, it was poised to be the world’s fastest, most powerful production muscle car. With 800+ horsepower, a 9.65-second 1/4-mile ET, and the largest hood scoop ever attached to a production vehicle, Dodge made sure it delivered. (You can read more incredible Demon facts here.) But now, the
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