Video: How to Install Custom LS Steam Lines

Anybody who has swapped the factory intake on a GM LS Engine knows one of the first things to pull out of the way is the coolant steam line. What usually happens is that you have to cut the factory metal coolant crossover lines to get them off. When you go to put everything back

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Burt Reynolds’ 1977 ‘Smokey and the Bandit’ Trans Am Fetches $450K

A replica 1977 Smokey and the Bandit Pontiac Trans Am owned by Burt Reynolds sold at auction for $450,000. According to auctioneer Julien’s Auctions, the car was used to promote the film but never actually appeared in the movie. It was given to Reynolds afterward. The Trans Am features a 6.6L, 400-cubic-inch V8 with a four-barrel

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Time Traveler: Recreating a Legendary 1969 Baldwin-Motion SS427 Camaro

By Joe Oldham/courtesy of Hemming Muscle Machines  I knew I had a problem the second I opened the door to the underground garage of our apartment building. They were already at the car, one guy snaking in a piece of wire hanger through the driver-side weatherstripping, the other looking on. I immediately ran at them screaming, and

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James Bond’s New Aston Martin DB10 in “SPECTRE” Unveiled

Car buffs and James Bond enthusiasts worldwide are buzzing about the automotive star of the new 007 film—SPECTRE. The film’s director Sam Mendes unveiled the new Aston Martin DB10 at a live event at Pinewood Studios in the United Kingdom today. According to CAR Magazine, Aston has confirmed that the DB10 was developed specifically for

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New Mustang Overtakes Camaro As Top-Selling Pony Car in November

OK—it’s only one month. But it was a good first month for the new Ford Mustang. After the first full month of sales, the 2015 Ford Mustang has reclaimed the title of America’s top-selling pony car. According to Autoblog and TheDetroitBureau.com, Ford Motor Co. moved 8,728 Mustangs in November, up 62 percent from November 2013. Last month was

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Video: JBA Performance Exhaust Headers Built for Power AND Legality

Watch Pertronix’s top research and development officials explain how JBA Performance Exhaust headers are built to to maximize power and performance while meeting the strict emissions standards of California and other states that are beginning to enforce stricter emissions laws. There are 13 states with emissions restrictions that are impacting vehicle owners and performance enthusiasts. Because

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Mailbag: Aluminum vs. Copper-Brass Radiators

Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re talking about examining aftermarket radiator options. V.R. Fort Wayne, IN Q: I have a 1967 Impala SS with a V8 engine and the original radiator. I ran it recently and the water temperature went up to 185 degrees F. I’m thinking

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