[portfolio_slideshow id=20662] Trick Flow Specialties built a 565 cubic-inch Chevy that was awarded to the IHRA Summit Racing SuperSeries Top Class Champion back in 2012. The big block made 1,013 horsepower. That’s a very respectable benchmark, one that Trick Flow wanted to beat with its next engine. The solution is cubic inches—lots of cubic inches. That’s
We know. It seems like a no-brainer. And maybe for you, it is. But washing your bike incorrectly can literally cause more damage than the rigors of racing. So, let’s go over some routine dirt bike washing tips that can extend the life of your dirt bike components and keep it looking even more inviting
The Jeep Wrangler JK is highly popular. That’s good and bad news for JK owners. The 2007-2013 Wrangler’s popularity is both a blessing and a curse because its easy for your JK to blend in with all the others on the road. Fortunately, aftermarket companies are offering an ever-growing selection of bolt-on parts and accessories
We’ve got a series of videos that cover basic wheel and tire information you should know before purchasing your next set of rims and tires. The first in this series of Summit Racing Quick Flicks videos focuses on wheel backspacing and offset. Future videos in the series will cover wheel and tire mounting, wheel materials, measuring
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re helping to rebuild a 6,500 rpm Chevrolet small block 350. R.B. • Las Vegas, NV Q: I am building a Chevy 350 using a four-bolt main block, a 400 crank, and 5.7-inch rods. The crank has knife-edged counterweights with
[portfolio_slideshow id=20449] There are two ways you can release a clutch on a car or truck—with mechanical linkage or via hydraulics. In this story, we’ll explore the hydraulic clutch. Slave Cylinders vs. Hydraulic Bearings There are two basic types of hydraulic clutches: slave cylinder and release bearing. In a slave cylinder system, a hydraulic cylinder is
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re clearing up concerns about oil pressure. M.W . • Ringgold, GA Q: I have a 1980 Firebird Formula. I swapped the original 301 V8 for a 1972 400 that I rebuilt to stock specifications. I then bought a Melling high-pressure
Learn how to tune electric and manual carburetor chokes to help you start your carbureted vehicle on a cold morning. You’ll also learn how to find the correct choke position on your carburetor. It’s 11 minutes of the geniuses at Summit Racing spitting knowledge. Get some.
Editor’s Note: This guest post is courtesy of the Car Care Council, which is dedicated to educating vehicle owners about the benefits of regular vehicle maintenance through its “Be Car Care Aware” program. A battery check today can keep the tow truck away, says the Car Care Council, as it advises vehicle owners to have their battery
Watch this Summit Racing Quick Flicks video and learn the basics of differentials, including the differences between open, limited-slip, and locking, and how each style works in your vehicle.
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