2016 Top News Stories (Year in Review)
Editor’s Note: Time flies when you’re having fun. As we close out another year, we’re spending the last week of 2016 looking at our top stories of the year. Today, we’re re-examining some of our most-read, most-popular news stories of the year. Summit Racing To Open Fourth Super Store and Distribution Center It’s just one store in
2016 Top Infographic Posts (Year in Review)
Editor’s Note: Time flies when you’re having fun. As we close out another year, we’re spending the last week of 2016 looking at our top stories of the year. Today, we’re re-examining some of our most-read, most-popular infographic posts of the year. Torque Sequence Guides for GM, Ford & Chrysler Engines Unless you’ve blown a head gasket
Lot Shots Find of the Week: 1948 Pontiac Custom Street Rod
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 has stopped by the store. On Wednesdays, we’ll share our parking lot find of
Video: Everything You Need to Know Before Your Ring and Pinion Swap
No matter what your reason for wanting to swap your ring and pinion gears, there are some basic — but critical — things to note, understand, and prepare for before tackling the job. In this video, Summit Racing tech adviser Carl Pritts walks you through each and every step, with a few important pro tips and
IHRA 2017 Changes Include TV & Live-Streaming Deal, 1-Year Suspension of Pro Racing, and New Sportsman Nat’l Champ
The International Hot Rod Association will announce a new television deal in early 2017, is suspending U.S. pro-series point racing until 2018, and is introducing a new national sportsman championship with larger payouts as part of its ongoing changes to position itself for long-term success. IHRA’s parent company, West Palm Beach, FL-based IRG Sports +
Holiday Gift Guide: 12 Cool Gifts for Kids Who Like Cars (and Bubbling Things, and Zombies)
When some of us were kids, our moms and dads would buy and wrap our presents and put them under the Christmas tree before Thanksgiving dinner was fully digested. Overachievers, our parents. Fast-forward to today. Even though we’re parents who grew up with moms and dads setting good examples for us regarding the holidays, maybe
Holiday Gift Guide: 10 Great Gearhead Gifts Under $50
Even those with bank accounts larger than Ebenezer Scrooge’s like lower-priced gift options. And since we’re your friend, no matter how much or little fundage you have, we’ve pieced together a 2016 edition of a $50-and-under holiday gift guide from the vast selection available from Summit Racing Gifts, Clothing & Memoribilia. There are several hundred
Infographic: Cylinder Head Torque Sequences for Ford 6 & V6 Engines
We’ve discussed previously what a drag following rules can sometimes be. We don’t always like doing what we’re supposed to. But when it comes to torque sequences and recommended torque specifications, rebellion isn’t half as cool (or financially responsible) as following rules. Torque specifications vary by fastener brand, lubricants used, and other factors. But the
Lot Shots Find of the Week: 1964 Pontiac LeMans
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
Infographic: Cylinder Head Torque Sequences for GM 4-Cylinder Engines
Following rules isn’t always fun, and being unique often sounds appealing. But when it comes to torque sequences and recommended torque specifications, doing the “boring,” rule-following thing is strongly encouraged, as that is how we achieve good, reliable seals. Torque specifications vary by fastener brand, the lubricants we use, and other things. But the correct head bolt




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