Mailbag: What You Should Know About Octane Ratings, AVGas & More
Q: I recently rebuilt a 383 for my 1968 Charger. It’s not a race car, but a typical street cruiser and occasional quarter-mile warrior. My question is about fuel. I’m not certain how much fuel additive or 100 octane aviation gas is enough, too much, or even necessary at all. Some people say it’s pointless
Summit Racing is New Title Sponsor of European Drag Racing Series
Summit Racing Equipment is the new title sponsor of the European Drag Racing Series (EDRS), a series that will feature 17 events at 13 race tracks throughout five European countries in 2017. The Summit Racing EDRS Series is the largest drag racing series in Europe and, like U.S. racing, features several competitive classes of both
Photo Gallery: 57th Kansas City World of Wheels
The Summit Racing Show Car Series made its annual stop in Kansas City last weekend. The 57th Kansas City World of Wheels included Gene Winfield and his Summit Racing Chop Shop, a pedal car build-off, celebrity appearances, and unique displays. Once again, though, the cars and trucks were the real stars of the show. See some
Photo Gallery: 58th Indianapolis World of Wheels
When you think Indianapolis, you immediately think motorsports. The Indianapolis 500. The Brickyard 400. The U.S. Nationals. Heck, there’s a whole race series with “Indy” right in the name! There’s no denying the connection between Indianapolis, and the IndyCar Series and stock car racing. But the city also hosts a pretty good indoor hot rod
Route 66 to Become the 20th U.S National Historic Trail?
A bipartisan bill introduced by U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood of Illinois would establish Route 66 as the United States’ 20th National Historic Trail. If the bill, H.R. 801, becomes law, the National Trails System Act of 1968 would be amended to include the “Mother Road.” And that could be a very good thing for the iconic roadway. When Route
Mailbag: How to Choose a Carburetor for Supercharged Engines
(image © superchevy.com) Q: I am getting ready to pull the trigger on a supercharger for my 1966 Chevelle. What should I do about my carburetor? Do I need to go larger to accommodate the increased airflow requirements of the supercharger? What else can you tell me about achieving the right carb setup for my application? A:
Line Begins Defense of Pro Stock Title with Win at NHRA Winternationals
(Photo by Will Lester/SCNG) Team Summit Pro Stock driver Jason Line started his championship defense with a victory over teammate Greg Anderson at the Circle K NHRA Winternationals in Pomona. Line ran a 6.568 at 211.10 miles-per-hour in his Summit Racing Equipment Chevy Camaro for his 46th career victory and 14th consecutive season with at least one
A Timeline of the 20 Most Influential Parts in Hot Rod History
Take a walk through hot rod history, from the introduction of the Edelbrock Slingshot manifold in 1938 through the development of aftermarket electronic fuel injection in the 1990s, as we explore the automotive performance aftermarket’s most influential parts. (OnAllCylinders infographic by Lori Sams)
Quick Tech: Why is My Car Battery Not Holding a Charge?
It’s one of the most-searched automotive questions on the internet. It’s also one of the most-common reader questions we get here at OnAllCylinders. “Why won’t my battery hold a charge?” Truth is, it might not be your battery’s fault at all. It could actually be a problem within your vehicle’s charging system at large. We realize
Video: Wheel Spacers vs. Wheel Adapters
There are several differences between wheel spacers and wheel adapters, and one may be better than the other for your specific vehicle. This latest video featuring Summit Racing tech adviser Carl Pritts is intended to help clear up any confusion between the two parts. Wheel Spacers Wheel spacers are used to address clearance issues, such as




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