Editor’s Note: This guest post is courtesy of the Car Care Council, which is dedicated to educating vehicle owners about the benefits of regular vehicle maintenance through its “Be Car Care Aware” program. A battery check today can keep the tow truck away, says the Car Care Council, as it advises vehicle owners to have their battery
John Force broke a 31-race winless drought Sunday by driving his Ford Mustang Funny Car to a Father’s Day victory. It was Force’s 135th career win, and it came against his biggest rival—Cruz Pedregon. Steve Torrence was the winner in Top Fuel and Rodger Brogdon took home the Pro Stock Wally at the Thunder Valley
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re answering questions about timing for small block Chevy engines. W.H . • Temple, TX Q: Which way do you turn the distributor on a small block Chevy to advance the timing? We’re having a family debate—I say one way,
[portfolio_slideshow id=18712] Modern V6 Mustangs (2011-2013) are 150 pounds lighter than their V8 counterparts, making them more agile than the heavier V8 models which have 15 percent more moving engine parts. In standard trim, these 3.7-liter V6-powered six-speeds are equipped with a clutch that transmits 300 horsepower and 280 foot-pounds of torque. But what if you upgraded
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re taming an old race engine for street use. R.F . • Morgan, GA Q: I plan to install the stroker motor from my former race car into my recently purchased 1970 Camaro. The engine is a 4-bolt main, GM
Shawn Langdon raced to his third Top Fuel victory of the season Sunday at the NHRA Summernationals at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park. Matt Hagan in Funny Car and Mike Edwards in Pro Stock were also winners at the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series event. Langdon powered his Al-Anabi Racing dragster to his first
As show and race season continue to ramp up, the folks at Summit Racing Equipment are ramping up their efforts to save you money on parts for your ride. The company announced today that it is offering free standard shipping on orders valued at $99 and above. Here’s the official company release on this new,
Editor’s Note: This guest post is courtesy of the Car Care Council, which is dedicated to educating vehicle owners about the benefits of regular vehicle maintenance through its “Be Car Care Aware” program. Driving less doesn’t have to be your reaction to rising gas prices, according to the Car Care Council. While consumers can’t control the
Johnny Gray raced to his third victory of the season Sunday and moved back into the Funny Car points lead at the 25th annual NHRA Kansas Nationals. Shawn Langdon (Top Fuel) and Jeg Coughlin (Pro Stock) also were winners in their respective categories at the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series event. All three winners
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re taking on electrical gremlins and traction problems. K.M. • Danvers, MA Q: I own a 1972 Chevelle with a moderately built 350 and a four-speed. Recently, I installed a MSD Billet distributor, 6A ignition box, and coil. When I try
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