A parking lot is a parking lot is a parking lot—unless it’s the Summit Racing parking lot. On any given day or time, the lot outside a Summit Racing store can turn into an impromptu mini car show, depending on who’s stopped by the store. On Wednesdays, we’ll share our parking lot find of the
That’s LT-1—with a hyphen. There have been three incarnations of the LT-1/LT1 engine now, including the latest version for the 2014 Corvette, but the first LT-1 (the hyphen differentiates it from the more modern mills) has become a true legend among Bowtie enthusiasts. And for good reason. Debuting in the Corvette in 1970, it took Chevy’s popular
You’ve got questions. We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re helping a reader dial back the performance of his 454 for street use. A.K. Moberly, MO Q: I have a 1979 Camaro Z28 with a 1976 454 bored .030 inches over. The car has the following parts: Stock crank, rods, and
What would you pay to own a new Z/28? Chevrolet has set a suggested retail price for the 2014 model at a cool $75,000. Would you pay that for the purpose-built track car? Are you willing to pay 75 grand for the faster lap times that General Motors promises? Or would you pay up just for
[portfolio_slideshow id=26572] When it comes to keeping its tail on the track, the 2014 Camaro Z/28 manages airflow like few other production vehicles, generating downforce like a race car to press the tires against the track for high-speed stability and greater cornering capability. Numerous modifications were made to the exterior, compared to the Camaro SS,
M.K. • Darien, GA Q: I have a 1983 Camaro Z28 with a rebuilt 305. I can’t drive over 80 miles-per-hour without the whole car shaking. I have tried different brands and widths of wheels and tires, but nothing has helped. I am stumped at this point—what should I be looking for? A: We suggest checking
[portfolio_slideshow id=11299] A parking lot is a parking lot is a parking lot—unless it’s the Summit Racing parking lot. On any given day or time, the lot outside a Summit Racing store can turn into an impromptu mini car show, depending on who’s stopped by the store. Each Wednesday, we’ll share our parking lot find of the week—another
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