Lot Shots Find of the Week: 1971 Porsche 911 Track Car
We typically shy away from trailered cars for our Lot Shots features, but when a track-prepped classic Porsche 911 rolls into the Summit Racing retail store lot, we gleefully make an exception. As the large number emblazoned on its side indicates, this is a 1971 Porsche 911E. In the early 1970s, the “E” trim slotted
Super Summit Mini Feature: The Datsun/Nissan 510
Never heard of a 510? Well, when Datsun (the company that would eventually become Nissan) wanted to build a new passenger car, it picked a lofty benchmark: the popular BMW 2002. The result was the Datsun Bluebird–but, when it came to the United States, Datsun changed the car’s name to the 510. “They must’ve thought
UMI Performance Buys PA Racetrack for New Product Testing and Motorsports Events
Philipsburg, PA-based UMI Performance Inc. has acquired CNB Bank Raceway Park in Clearfield, PA where the performance chassis and suspension parts maker plans to open a road-racing and autocross motorsports facility in 2018. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The renamed UMI Motorsports Park will be largely dedicated to UMI Performance product testing, company
Autocross Insider: Nathan Popp Recounts 2017 SCCA CAM Challenge
Editor’s Note: Nathan Popp, 17, is the son of champion autocrosser and road racer Danny Popp. In his second OnAllCylinders story, Nathan recounts his experience at the SCCA’s 2017 CAM Challenge East. We’ll look forward to sharing more of Nathan’s autocross experiences and car setup tips in the future. … BUNKER HILL, IN — The 2017
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Exploring Parasitic Power Loss in an Autocross Car
I have a small-block, four-speed ’71 Camaro that I race in autocross. How much horsepower do the following items use on a small-block at 6,000 rpm? Even a guesstimate would be great. Thanks. Flex fan – 18-inch diameter Alternator Water pump Power steering pump Exhaust 2 1/2-inch exhaust tubing with Flowmasters TKO 600 transmission G.L. I have
Born For This: Nathan Popp Recounts First Autocross Competition
Editor’s Note: Nathan Popp, 17, is the son of champion autocrosser and road racer Danny Popp. In his first OnAllCylinders column, Nathan recounts the story of his first autocross competition at age 15, dropping in some autocrossing pro tips along the way. We’ll look forward to sharing more of Nathan’s story in the future. …
Atlanta Motorama Autocross: “The Fastest 40 MPH You’ll Ever Experience”
When I arrived at the Summit Racing Equipment Atlanta Motorama, I had full intentions of shooting pictures and video of the popular Autocross course. I never expected to participate. But that’s exactly what was proposed when another Summit Racing team member chatted with Brian Finch, co-founder of the American Street Car Series (ASCS). Katie, our
How Ryan Buck Built a Sick 1963 Chevy II—Twice
Ryan Buck was feeling pretty good about things. Because he didn’t know he was about to have a car accident. The Lino Lakes, MN resident had just attended the 2011 Car Craft Summer Nationals in nearby St. Paul, MN, where—despite not having entered into any official competition—Buck’s 1963 Chevy II was the fastest car on




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