What are the advantages of cast pistons versus forged pistons? Learn why high-boost, high-horsepower modifications lend themselves to the more-expensive and typically much stronger forged pistons. Also, hear why hypereutectic pistons are a nice mid-level compromise between cast and forged pistons and can help you run tighter tolerances. Check it out. Today I am going
[portfolio_slideshow id=6803] Friend 1: “Go across the bridge, through town, and jump on the expressway north.” Friend 2: “No, no, no. Go under the bridge, hop on the bypass, and pick up the highway east.” Chances are we’ve all had arguments about directions. Over the years, the age-old debate about the best way to
When we last left you, Trick Flow Specialties was in the process of building the short block for its 440 cubic inch GM LSX engine (440 LSX, Part 1). Designed for LS development work on Trick Flow’s Superflow dyno, the short block was built heck for stout—GM Performance Parts LSX iron block, 4.125-inch stroke Lunati Pro-Series
Do I have the right fan for my cooling system needs? This post will cover all the fan options available for your ride. Mechanical Fans Mechanical fans rely on mechanical energy from the engine in order to operate properly. There are two main types of mechanical fans: clutch fans and flex fans. Clutch
B.D. • Goldsboro, NC Q: My Ford Fairlane has a shifter problem! I tried to install a Hurst Pro-Matic on my rebuilt C-6 transmission but I can’t seem to get the gearing right. I put it in park, adjust the cable, and it goes through all of the gears fine. But then it stops working.
440 cubic inches used to be the domain of rip-snorting big block engines. Even more specifically, the number 440 denoted the rip-snorting big blocks produced by Mother Mopar and the Pentastar Kids. That was then, though. Thanks to the proliferation of high-quality factory and aftermarket blocks and stroker kits, you can build 440 cubes out
OK, we’ve had several people ask for the specs on the Summit Racing/Factory Five MK4 roadster project. You ask, and we deliver—sort of. In today’s post, we’ll show you what the guys at SKJ Customs received from Factory Five as part of the kit. We’ll give you the rundown of what Summit Racing used to
Do your dirt bike and yourself a favor: Keep your bike tuned. It’s going to save you gobs of cash in the long run as you extend engine life, and make riding infinitely more fun as you squeeze extra power and performance out of your machine. In a perfect world, you should read your owner’s
Do you want to know how a master cylinder works or how to know if your master cylinder is going bad? Or the difference between a single reservoir versus a dual reservoir master cylinder? In this episode of Summit Racing Quick Flicks, Summit Racing’s tech team explains the function and symptoms of a bad master
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re covering the benefits of high-volume, high-pressure oil pumps. R.B. • Mannford, OK Q: I am trying to pick the best oil pump for my street engine. Some say high-volume is the best while others believe high-pressure is
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