We’ve covered the ins and outs of LS swaps — or at least we thought. Over the years, we’ve shown you how to identify LS engine blocks, looked at some of the engine mount options, examined the process of picking cylinder heads and intake manifolds for LS swaps, and more. Other topics have included a guide to LS crate
Along with the trusty torque wrench and hydraulic jack, the mechanic’s creeper is one of the most essential of all garage tools. Without a good-quality creeper, we’re stuck laying on the cold, bare concrete or perhaps a flimsy, old piece of cardboard. That’s why owning a mechanic’s creeper is a no-brainer for the DIY auto enthusiast. Fortunately, choosing the right creeper is pretty
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
Much like those Spinal Tap guys managed to find an 11 setting on their amplifier, Ken Block has found away to take his famous Hoonicorn Mustang beyond the highest level of performance imaginable. Block, the man behind the wheel of the wildly popular Gymkhana videos, unveiled “Hoonicorn Version 2” yesterday via Facebook Live. Hoonicorn Version 2, an updated
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
Q: I built a 350 engine using parts from Summit Racing. At about 3,000 miles the engine would make a clacking noise at startup, but only when the engine hadn’t been run in a while. When the oil pressure came up (60-70 pounds), the noise stopped in a second or two. At about 3,500-3,800 miles, I
(Image/blog.driversed.com) The guys at StopTech have the science of brake systems down. So much so that they released a series of white papers that include everything from a basic glossary of brake terms to an in-depth look at the physics of braking. The topic that intrigued us the most was on common brake system myths. The paper
We’ve been writing about hot rods long enough to know that every car has a story. Whether it’s a storied past, a list of legendary achievements, an elaborate transformation, or some other backstory, there’s always an interesting tale behind the metal and glass. Some cars have more stories than others. Probably none more than Bill “Grumpy” Jenkins’ original
Before electronic fuel injection’s microprocessors and sensors revolutionized fuel delivery, carburetors fueled high performance machines using mechanical components like metering systems and boosters. Over the years, carburetor manufacturers have developed different metering systems which affect performance differently. According the Quick Fuel Technology, choosing the right metering system setup and booster style is key to optimizing the output and performance
Late-September is the perfect time for northerners to squeeze in one last road trip before the weather turns sour. Coney Island is an ideal spot to cap off the summer, and it’s even better when you combine its famed beach and rides with hot rods. The guys at BangShift know a thing or two about road trips.
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