Doing it Right: Art & Mary Krepp’s 1961 Corvette
Art and Mary Krepps’ 1961 Corvette Art Krepps built his 1961 Corvette with one hand tied behind his back. Well, maybe we’re exaggerating just a bit. But he did bring the ’Vette from backyard trash to a showstopper himself, with help from his sons. That includes fabrication, body work, paint, engine work, interior, and anything
Show Meets Go: Dean Michael’s 2004 Mustang Cobra
As a child of the 1960s and early ’70s, Dean Michaels was raised around Detroit steel. For him, cars were as much a part of life as breathing. “Back then, everyone was into cars,” Dean said. “Every year, my dad would take me to the dealerships and we’d look at the latest cars. They were
No “New Car Blues” for Berner
The first race out with a new car can often throw drivers and crew chiefs for a loop, and the phrase “new car blues” is something to which many racers can attest. However, Pete Berner and the Summit Racing Equipment team are proof that new cars don’t always result in the blues. In fact, Berner
Video: Shaved Car Doors Offer Touch-To-Open Feature
Shaved door handles aren’t for everyone. People worry about security. People worry about getting into their car with a dead battery. But as a gee-whiz look-at-me gimmick on a show car? Hey, we get it. Touch the rear window. Bam. The door opens. Touch a side view mirror. Open Sesame. Not everything has to be
Oz-Fast: Steve McLaren’s 1970 Ford TC Cortina
Question: What’s the difference between metal god/TV star Ozzy Osbourne and Australian hot rodder Steve McLaren? Answer: One sings at OzFest, the other drives Oz-Fast. OK, so the joke is lousy. But Steve’s 1970 Ford TC Cortina coupe sure as heck isn’t, especially when it pulls the wind out of your lungs as he slams
Despite Round 2 Eliminations, Summit Racing Team Leads NHRA Pro Stock Class
Despite both drivers being eliminated in the second round of the SummitRacing.com NHRA Nationals Sunday, the Summit Racing team leaves Las Vegas, NV. atop the Pro Stock point standings. Reigning Pro Stock champion Jason Line moved into second place, just behind 2010 champion Greg Anderson, who remains in the points lead after the fourth event
Monday Mailbag: Aluminum vs. Iron Cylinder Heads & S10 Upgrades
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—Mondays when the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re talking cylinder heads and Chevy S10 upgrades.. From: Gary Button • San Clemente, CA Q: I have a 1963 Corvette with a 327. It produces around 300 horsepower, but I want to bump it up
Line Ready to Reap the Rewards of a Las Vegas Win
Reigning NHRA Pro Stock champion Jason Line is fully aware of the pressures facing his Summit Racing team as they head to this weekend’s SummitRacing.com Nationals in Las Vegas. After all, this will be the ninth time he will have raced in his sponsor’s race at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, as well
Anderson Anxious to Tackle the Challenge of Racing in Vegas
Throughout the course of the season, competitors in the NHRA’s Full Throttle Drag Racing Series will invariably arrive at a track and/or location which holds additional significance for the driver and team, providing extra motivation and pressure to perform. For example, at this weekend’s SummitRacing.com Nationals in Las Vegas, Greg Anderson and the Summit Racing
Mailbag: Race Fuel vs. Pump Gas
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—Mondays when the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re answering your questions on race fuel and ring and pinions. From: Robert Tuck • Stockton, CA Q: I am in the process of building a circle track vehicle. I purchased a Chevy 383 four-bolt




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