BangShiftin’ and RoadTrippin’: 2015 NSRA Street Rod Nationals Photo Gallery

The NSRA (National Street Rod Association) rolled into Louisville, KY for its 46th annual Street Rod Nationals. The show is one of the larger and more well known national events, drawing around 11,000 pre-1986 vehicles from all over. While we like the spirit of including newer vehicles, we’ve most often identified street rods as pre-1970ish vehicles. Our friends at

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Ford Sets Pricing on 2016 Mustang Shelby GT350 and GT350R

Like what you’ve seen and heard about the 2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350? We now know what it’ll take to get one. Ford announced that pricing for the Shelby GT350 will start at $47,795 (plus $900 destination charge and $1,300 gas-guzzler tax). So you’re looking at just under $50,000 for the most basic model. Once you

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Parts Bin: Nitrous Controllers & Complete JK Accessory Packages

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: Nitrous Express Maximizer 4 Controller The Maximizer 4 can operate one or two stages of nitrous based on

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Ford Crank Guide: How to Choose the Right Ford Crankshaft for Your Blue Oval

Whether it’s an old-school Windsor block, vintage FE, or modern modular motor, your Ford engine is only as strong as its crankshaft. Without a good, strong crankshaft, your high performance Ford engine can experience a complete and total meltdown. That’s why it’s important that you match your crankshaft to your specific application and performance expectations. Whether

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Tire Math: Calculating the Effects of Tire Diameter on Final Drive Ratio

Thinking about changing the size of your tires? You’re not alone—people run larger wheels and tires for aesthetic purposes. We’ve also seen guys reduce the overall size of their tires for various reasons. However, there are some serious consequences to any changes to tire diameter. Tire diameter, along with rear-axle gearing, plays a role in the

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Diesel Colorado Power, Torque, Towing Capacity (and Yes, Pricing) Revealed

The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado Duramax debuted yesterday, and General Motors is hoping the diesel truck will give the already-popular Colorado line an edge over Toyota’s midsize rig, the Tacoma. They’re also hoping that by offering the 2.8L Duramax for only the LT and Z71 crew cab models, the diesel-powered Colorado will prove to be a viable midsize alternative to the full-size

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Major Changes Coming to NHRA Pro Stock…Are They Good or Bad?

Citing Pro Stock racing’s need to “evolve from a technological standpoint, yet reconnect with its roots,” NHRA has announced major changes to its factory hot rod class. The changes will take place in two phases, with the major changes taking effect on Jan. 1, 2016. At that time, NHRA will require all Pro Stock teams to: Equip

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