It’s no secret that heat kills automatic transmissions. This is especially true in big-power, street-strip machines that combine lots of horsepower with a small torque converter and steep rear axle ratio. Engine rpm is up across the board, and the automatic transmission builds heat. This is also true for trucks that haul heavy loads or tow trailers battling tough conditions
[portfolio_slideshow id=64021] In simpler times, carburetors relied on mechanical fuel pumps, and EFI engines required high-pressure electric pumps. Things aren’t so simple anymore because times have definitely changed. Even the most beastly of electric pumps can struggle to keep pace with today’s crop of 3,000-plus horsepower Outlaw and Pro Mod-style forced induction EFI engines. At
There’s never a bad time to answer that age-old maintenance and repair question: “What’s that leaking from my car?” As part of your car care routine, you’ll want to track down the source of any leaks and make the appropriate repairs. That’s why we put together an infographic to get you headed in the right
Spring rate is a key factor in choosing the right springs for your suspension system. Spring rate is defined as the amount of force it takes to compress a spring one inch. A 200 lbs./in. linear spring, for example, will compress one inch when a 200-pound load is placed onto it. If another 200 pounds is put onto the spring, it will
Few things bring smiles to the faces of hot rod enthusiasts like rowing through the gears of a manual-equipped car. Many folks still prefer the simple joy of stick shift driving over the hands-free convenience of the automatic transmission. And nothing’s going to change their minds—except for maybe a cranky clutch. Of course, most people won’t let a
Tire tread wear comes in many forms. The wear pattern on your tires may be normal or it could be the result of an underlying issue. For example, you may be over-inflating your tires or your tire pressure could be too low. Or, perhaps your vehicle could use an alignment. A quick visual inspection using the
Think all fasteners are created equal? Of course not. If you’re an engine builder, you know the importance of using good-quality fasteners. And you’re probably also familiar with the torque-to-yield, or TTY, fasteners that have become more common on today’s engines. There’s a big difference between these fasteners and traditional bolts that make torque-to-yield the factory choice
“We know a thing or two because we’ve seen a thing or two.” That’s the familiar tagline to the ubiquitous Farmer’s Insurance ad campaign, but it could easily apply to the guys at TCI Automotive. When it comes to drivetrain products, tech, and installation procedures, they know a thing or two. Or, in the case
Mishimoto has introduced a baffled oil catch can for the 2016 and newer Chevrolet Camaro 2.0L turbo. As the video below explains, using a catch can on a direct injection engine such as the 2.0L turbo isn’t really a luxury. It’s a necessity — at least if you want to keep your engine running at
Tuning is rewarding when you want to do it, but aggravating when you have to do it. Today’s self-learning fuel injection systems give us the best of both worlds. The injection units quickly learn what the engine wants to run at its best and offers additional tools for those who like to tinker. Three things had to happen for
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