Mailbag: Detuning a Chevrolet 454 for Better Drivability

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 dial back the performance of his 454 for street use. A.K. Moberly, MO Q: I have a 1979 Camaro Z28 with a 1976 454 bored .030 inches over. The car has the following parts: Stock crank, rods, and

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Video Feature: Going Land Speed Racing in a 1978 ‘Vette

When you take a vehicle out to do a little land speed racing, is all about the forces–as in drag and down force. Bill Lilley, along with Gary and Josh Meyers, had a few tricks up their sleeves to capture the down force they needed to get the most out of a 1978 Chevrolet Corvette

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Photo Gallery: Memorial Day 2014 — Soldier Rides

In honor of Memorial Day, we’ve collected images of cars, trucks and project vehicles from members of the military. There aren’t enough ways to thank the men and women who serve their country, but a good old-fashioned “Thank you” is the best we know how. While we’re feeling grateful for the many sacrifices they make

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European Pro Stock Driver Jimmy Alund Earns Summit Racing Sponsorship

Eight-time FIA Pro Stock champion Jimmy Alund announced a multi-race sponsorship with Summit Racing Equipment in pursuit of his historic ninth FIA Pro Stock championship. Alund filled in for Team Summit NHRA Pro Stock driver Greg Anderson in his Summit Racing Camaro for the first five races of the 2014 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series

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Rutledge Wood Plymouth Wagon Update: In His Own Words

[portfolio_slideshow id=31029] Editors Note: We have a guest blog this month from Rutledge Wood himself. Not only does he talk about the latest developments on his ’53 Plymouth Suburban wagon, he’ll give you his take on the first-ever Summit Racing Equipment Atlanta Motorama, held this past April at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Rutledge brought his nutso

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Photo Gallery: Monday Night Cruisin’ at Summit Racing’s Georgia Super Store!

[portfolio_slideshow id=30981] It’s Wednesday, and while most people are looking forward to the holiday weekend, we’re looking back. We’re taking a peek back at some of the vintage hot rods from Summit Racing’s Monday Night Cruise-In in Georgia. By now, you know the drill: There was a cruise-in at Summit Racing and OnAllCylinders contributor Brian Kreuser was

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