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

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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

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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

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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

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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 +

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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

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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

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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

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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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