You’ve got questions. We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re discussing how bending exhaust pipes affects vehicle performance. Q: My 1973 Dodge Dart Sport has a 340 cu. in. engine and I want to give it a dual exhaust system. My local exhaust shop can bend the pipe
Tanks Inc. is a leader in fuel tanks. The company has been in business since 1980, but aftermarket fuel system component manufacturers like Edelbrock and Aeromotive are now recommending Tanks Inc. fuel tanks for use with its fuel systems. Tanks Inc. also offers a variety of complementary parts to work with its gas tanks, including a
Whether it’s an old-school Windsor block, vintage FE, or modern modular motor, your Ford engine is only as strong as its crankshaft. Without a good, strong crankshaft, your high performance Ford engine can experience a complete and total meltdown. That’s why it’s important that you match your crankshaft to your specific application and performance expectations. Whether
Thinking about changing the size of your tires? You’re not alone—people run larger wheels and tires for aesthetic purposes. We’ve also seen guys reduce the overall size of their tires for various reasons. However, there are some serious consequences to any changes to tire diameter. Tire diameter, along with rear-axle gearing, plays a role in the
If you’re installing, or planning to install, a new transmission, it might be wise to check out this quick video from TCI Automotive (via parent company COMP Cams) which provides valuable installation tips for the job. The first piece of advice? DON’T throw away that instruction manual like we all tend to do for everything
You’ve got questions. We’ve got the answers— the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re discussing high coolant temperatures at highway speeds. R.L. Derry, NH Q. I have a 1988 GMC K-1500 four-wheel-drive pickup. It has a 5.0L V8 and a five-speed transmission. The only major option is air conditioning. I have added
For some racers, 12 volts just aren’t enough. Many drag racers and circle track racers have opted to run 16-volt batteries to give their ignition system and other components a boost. The extra voltage from these batteries creates a hotter spark, allowing you to run a larger spark plug gap and even jet up your carburetor. Combine
What type of spark plugs do I use on my ZZ3 motor? I know that there are a lot of different spark plugs but what type do I use in my engine? I have some plugs that have a lot of threads and I have a set with short threads. Which ones do I use?
You might think your Jeep’s OEM front bars will protect you in event of an upset, but you’d be wrong. Those bars are strictly there to secure the windshield, not to protect the Jeep’s occupants. So if you’re an avid Jeeper, one who takes the class 4 trails rather than the four-lane highways, you really need the added
You have a few options when it comes to choosing how to stuff air and fuel into your GM LS engine. You could go for the nostalgic intake manifold and carburetor combo, or you could choose to go with the late model stock look of a throttle body. If you choose the latter, the question
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