NHRA Wrap-Up: Jason Line and Courtney Force Make History
Jason Line scored Chevrolet’s 200th NHRA Pro Stock win at Sonoma Raceway Sunday, winning his 33rd career race, and earning his second Wally in 2014. Line defeated V. Gaines in the finals with a 6.548-second, 211.73-mile-per-hour pass in his Summit Racing Chevy Camaro. In Funny Car, Courtney Force beat father John Force to become the
Video: Air and Fuel Upgrades for Diesel Engines
Learn how to maximize the performance of your diesel-powered engine with air and fuel upgrades you can make for about $1,000. Watch this Summit Racing Quick Flicks video and learn how a new air intake, upgraded exhaust system, and diesel tuner can transform your vehicle into the king of the road.
Lot Shots Find of the Week: 1928 Ford Rat 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’s stopped by the store. Each Wednesday, we’ll share our parking lot find of the
Mailbag: Diagnosing Engine Wear and Tear
You’ve got questions. We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re diagnosing some small block symptoms. J.L. Houston, TX Q: My 1983 Chevy pickup has a stock small block topped with a 600 cfm Edelbrock Performer carburetor. When I changed the spark plugs, they had sooty deposits on the electrodes
NHRA Wrap-Up: Todd, Hight, Johnson & Hines Win at the Mountain
J.R. Todd earned his first Top Fuel win of the season and first since 2008, by racing to victory Sunday at the Mopar Mile-High Nationals at Bandimere Speedway. Robert Hight in Funny Car, Allen Johnson in Pro Stock and Andrew Hines in Pro Stock Motorcycle were winners in their respective categories at the NHRA Mello
Video 101: Gas vs. Diesel Engines
In this introduction to gasoline versus diesel engines, this Summit Racing Quick Flicks video will help you understand the advantages and disadvantages of each type, how they are similar, and how they are not. Also, you will be introduced to potential upgrades and parts for diesel engines and gas engines. Check it out:
Battery Maintenance Tips
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. Sooner or later, all car batteries must be replaced. Excessive heat and overcharging are the two main reasons for shortened battery life. Heat causes battery fluid
Photo Gallery: Summit Racing Monday Night Cruise-In (6/30/14)
[portfolio_slideshow id=32445] Because we like photo galleries of beautiful cars, and because Brian Kreuser takes outstanding photographs, we wanted to rewind for a minute and share this gallery of vehicles from a recent Monday Night Cruise-In at the Summit Racing Equipment Retail Super Store in McDonough, GA. As usual, Brian captures details with his camera that the rest
Video: How to Choose an Intake Manifold for Your LS Engine Swap
Learn how to choose the best intake manifold for your LS engine swap by watching this Summit Racing Quick Flicks video. Your cylinder heads‘ intake port style, as well as whether your engine is carbureted or fuel-injected, will affect your decision. Watch the video now so you can make the best choice for your your
Mailbag: Tips for Building a Boat Motor
You’ve got questions. We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re helping a reader build a couple of small blocks for his powerboat. B.J. Terre Haute, IN Q: I’m going to build a pair of engines for my 41-foot powerboat. Big blocks are too heavy and take up too much space,




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