This video covers the fundamental differences between lock-up and non lock-up torque converters, including a breakdown of the anatomy of a lock-up torque converter, and the advantages of using one. Check it out: On this installment of Quick Flicks were going to address a question that we had on our previous torque converter video. The
The spark plug is the Rodney Dangerfield of the hot rodding universe. It gets no respect—or at least very little. As performance enthusiasts, we tend to focus on power builders like high-flow cylinder heads, big camshafts, and mandrel-bent exhaust components. Fact is you can throw thousands of dollars worth of speed parts at your engine,
[portfolio_slideshow id=12277] In our first installment on Summit Racing’s Cobra Project, we covered in general the scope of the buildup, and then got down to the details on installing the front suspension and steering rack. With the front end basically done (except for brake lines and alignment, which we’ll cover later), we next proceeded with
[portfolio_slideshow id=11176] In our Top Class 565 (part two), we showcased cylinder head and valvetrain assembly for Trick Flow’s 565-cubic-inch big block Chevy. This time around, we’re gonna find out what this conglomeration of parts is worth on the dyno. Without giving up the results in the first paragraph, let’s just say those parts are
When Summit Racing chose to a build a Sixties-style Cobra roadster, focusing solely on the past was not an option. This project not only captures the sound and fury of a classic muscle car, but also benefits from decades of development in automotive technology. Everything on the chassis, from the frame rails to the custom
[portfolio_slideshow id=10756] It’s been nearly five months since we’ve had an update on Denny Terzich’s latest ProRides endeavor, Project X-BOX. And as you’ll see, a lot can change in just five months! We suggest you start by checking out our last post on the Pro Touring 1955 Chevy to see what the project is all about—Art
[portfolio_slideshow id=10264] Automotive batteries are hefty fellas. Many OE batteries check in at 40 pounds or more, and even “lightweight” racing batteries tip the scales at 20 pounds or so. While that might not seem like much weight to worry about, think about where it’s located. Yup, right up front with the engine—exactly where your
In our first Top Class 565 post, we outlined the short block assembly for the 565 cubic inch big block that will be part of the prize package awarded to the 2012 Summit Racing SuperSeries Top Class Champion. The 565 is being built by the cylinder head experts at Trick Flow Specialties. With a large
[portfolio_slideshow id=8176] It started off innocently enough. Following a race in 2010, Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Pro Stock driver Jason Line bought a 1968 Biscayne station wagon as a side project and laid out a quick, simple plan: take an old 427 motor from a donor car, refresh it, and drop it harmlessly between the
Like the Mk4 you see above? You can duplicate it using the Factory Five components covered in our Mk4, Part 1 post, along with the parts listed below from Summit Racing. Summit Racing has even taken the time and hassle out of ordering the parts by creating special combos just for the build. That means
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