Tech

This excellent eight-minute Summit Racing Quick Flicks video dives into rocker arm ratio theory as it relates to your intake valves. There are torque and horsepower gains to be made by doing your homework and getting these calculations right. Watch, listen, and learn here:  

M.K. • Darien, GA Q: I have a 1983 Camaro Z28 with a rebuilt 305. I can’t drive over 80 miles-per-hour without the whole car shaking. I have tried different brands and widths of wheels and tires, but nothing has helped. I am stumped at this point—what should I be looking for? A: We suggest checking

[portfolio_slideshow id=15417] In part three of our Factory Five Mk4 Roadster build, we covered assembly of the 427-cubic-inch 351 Windsor and installation of the drivetrain. Now we direct your attention to prepping the Mk4’s shapely fiberglass body for paint. Body shops and car builders agree that when it comes to painting, it’s all about the

The beginning of each season is the perfect time to inspect your vehicle and make sure you’ve taken care of routine maintenance. Most vehicle manuals include a long list of maintenance steps to take every three months. Take the time to perform these steps around the beginning of spring, and hopefully you’ll remember to repeat the

Banks Power is synonymous with diesel performance. As further proof, Sam and Dave from Two Guys Garage walk you through the installation of a Banks Power Big Hoss bundle. This Banks technology will help you get more power, more efficiently out of your diesel rig, and we want you to enjoy the benefits. Find out how:  

Editor’s Note: Over the next few weeks, OnAllCylinders will profile engines and engine builds by everyday high performance enthusiasts—hot rod hobbyists with DIY work ethics and real-world budgets. [portfolio_slideshow id=15185] If Paul Cooper was ever on the fence about building a new engine for his 1971 Maverick, he certainly wasn’t after one fateful weekend at the

Aftermarket wheels are easily among the most popular vehicle upgrades. Available in a seemingly endless amount of designs, finishes, and sizes, wheels can change the entire look of a car or truck and can even effect performance, depending on their weight. Although appearance, weight, and construction are important factors in choosing the right wheels, none

There are two very good reasons to bed-in brake pads—three, if not crashing ranks as a top priority: Transferring brake pad material evenly onto your brake rotors to avoid unwanted vibration and brake judder. To drive out resins used to bind brake pad material during manufacturing, but need to be cooked out in order for

Nobody likes working on carburetors. But getting ahead in life is about doing the things that most people don’t like doing, even when we’re talking about tinkering with your carbureted four-stroke dirt bike. If your bike isn’t running the way you want or need it to, and you’ve identified the carb as the culprit, here

This Summit Racing Quick Flicks video covers the basics of tri-Y headers and explains why they are a versatile option for many different vehicle applications. Watch this video to learn how the physical design and configuration affects performance, and to learn the benefits of the tri-Y design.