Ranking The Most Iconic Aftermarket Brands: #9 Crane Cams
Iconic — adj. \ī-ˈkä-nik\ — widely recognized and well-established; acknowledged for distinctive excellence What are the most iconic brands in the automotive performance aftermarket? We thought about that for a while and collected votes from thousands of hot rodders and performance enthusiasts on Summit Racing’s Facebook and Instagram in search of the answers. Here is your
Ignition Basics: Analog vs. Digital Circuitry and What it Means
When the average hot rodder ponders a new ignition system, it’s not unusual to migrate toward the most common or publicized brands. While it’s understandable to focus on familiar brand names, there are more choices out there than you think. One of those lesser known options is Crane Cams. Believe it or not, the cam experts
Art Gallery: Sculptor Creates Fine Art from Old Automotive Parts
[portfolio_slideshow id=24141] Over the years, we’ve seen some pretty immaculate cars that we would classify as “fine art.” We’ve seen some artistic uses for old parts, beer bottles, and household items on rat rods and retro shop trucks. And, on more than one occasion, we’ve referred to car building as an art form. But James Corbett of Queensland, Australia
Mailbag: Matching Your Valve Springs to Your Camshaft
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re talking valve spring pressure and how it affects valvetrain performance. C.K.• Somerville, OH Q: I have a 1967 Ford Bronco. Being the serious gearhead that I am, I want as much power as I can get out of
Mailbag: Building Quarter-Mile Power and Huffed 406 Strokers
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—Mondays when the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re helping customers build better track cars. From: John Baker, Sr. • Harrison, AR Q: I have a 1953 Chevy half-ton truck with a 283 at .030 overbore and .010 under rods and mains. I’m running early




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