Listen closely because your spark plugs may be trying to tell you something. Is your engine running too lean? Too rich? Is there an issue with oil control or ignition timing? Or is everything just fine with your engine? Like the mechanical version of the Magic 8-Ball, your spark plugs may have the answers for you. The trick is
In this 15-minute video, you will learn how to install an MSD Atomic LS EFI Fuel Injection System. You can learn more about this innovative system by reading our product spotlight on the Atomic EFI here, or by watching our video from MSD’s booth at SEMA here.
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re dialing in timing and straightening out a few cam/valvetrain issues.. C.S. • Currie, NC Q: I have a 1967 Ford Fairlane. It’s equipped with a 1968 390 GT engine that’s bored .030 inches over. The engine uses the
What’s more frustrating than sitting on the side of the road with an overheated vehicle? Whether it’s the sight of the steam coming from the hood or the smell of hot coolant splattered all over your engine compartment (or puddled underneath your vehicle), few things put a damper on weekend cruise like an overheated engine.
Are you thinking about adding a snow plow to your ATV or side by side? Great idea. Whether you’re looking to more efficiently remove snow from your driveway, or perhaps make some extra money during the winter season, matching the right plow with your machine and understanding your options is a good first step. Choosing
Watch this video from our friends at TCI Auto to better understand a flexplate’s role in automatic transmission operation. You learn how the flexplate connects the torque converter to the engine’s crankshaft, functioning in much the same way a flywheel does on a manual tranny. You will also hear about stamped and machined flexplates, how they provide an
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re talking valve spring pressure and how it affects valvetrain performance. C.K.• Somerville, OH Q: I have a 1967 Ford Bronco. Being the serious gearhead that I am, I want as much power as I can get out of
[portfolio_slideshow id=12911] There’s usually at least one thing missing from a kit project: the engine. While Factory Five supplies most of what’s needed to complete the Mk4 roadster, getting it running on the road requires some horsepower. That’s where Summit Racing comes into the picture, drawing on 45 years of experience to help you pick
Choosing a muffler for your vehicle is almost like picking a soundtrack for your driving adventures. Do you want a low-pitched growl, a raspy exhaust tone, or just an all-out roar? The muffler style you choose–chambered, straight-through/glasspack, or turbo–will go a long way in determining the sound and personality of your car or truck. Whether
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re covering rocker arm ratio and how it affects performance. S.B. • Atlanta, GA Q: I want to purchase a set of COMP Cams rocker arms for my 327-powered 1966 Chevy Nova. What is the difference between 1.5- and
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