What’s in a name? In the case of Kiwi Classics and Customs‘ KSV9000 Mustang, there are 557 cubic inches packed into the name. The KSV9000 Mustang got its name from the big block Ford under the hood—557 cubic inches is just over 9,000cc, or nine liters. The radical 1966 Mustang made a big splash when
Perhaps this would’ve been a good post for a Throwback Thursday. Fact is this video has been around for a while, but it’s still one of the more comprehensive tutorials on an oft-misunderstood topic: setting ignition timing. Chances are you know that ignition timing can affect engine power and performance, fuel economy, and even engine longevity.
We’ve got the answers— the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re sharing a few tips for spraying metal flakes. F.B. Bloomington, IL Q: I am planning on adding metal flake into my car’s paint to really make it pop. This will be my first time spraying flake, so do you have any special tips
In part one of Project Thunderbolt, we laid out the plans to stuff a GM LS3 V8 in to a 2004 Mazdaspeed Miata. In this update we’re finishing the teardown of our 2004 Mazdaspeed Miata’s chassis. We’ll do the same to our stock Miata four-cylinder drivetrain by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable pieces.
Racing season is nearly upon us. Now is the perfect time to revisit the importance of choosing the right racing suit. Whether you’re an entry-level grassroots racer or professional Top Fuel driver, the right driving suit will help you live to race another day. So what is the right driving suit? It really comes down to finding
In this video from Lincoln Electric, welding instructor Karl Hoes walks you step by step through the TIG welding process, offering tips and insight to achieve the best results. Hoes will explain how to choose the optimum amperage based on your material thickness, and he will help you learn how arc length, voltage, and travel speed
[portfolio_slideshow id=39956] When a clutch fails, the damage can manifest itself in a number of ways. Sometimes you feel the power taper off at the top-end of the rpm band during a full-throttle blast. Sometimes it slips right away as you take off from a dead stop, and you hear the engine doing lots of work, but the
With the upcoming addition of the 454-cubic-inch big block to my 1966 El Camino, I begin to worry about the durability of the 8.2-inch 10-bolt rear. It currently houses a 3.36:1 gear ratio which I am very happy with. The car itself is a driver, I do not drag race, nor do I anticipate ever taking
Horsepower is good. So is torque. But it’s not always about how much power your vehicle makes. Performance can also come down to how you apply that power. That’s why street performance, race, and truck enthusiasts sometimes turn to ring and pinion gear swaps to optimize the way horsepower is transferred to the pavement. By
We’ve got the answers—Mondays when the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re taking a closer look at tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS). Q: Can you provide some basics regarding the TPMS on my truck? A: Tire pressure monitoring systems were first adopted by the European market on a few luxury and high
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