Adding big power to your car regularly comes with consequences. Hardware that normally doesn’t flinch is suddenly hard pressed to keep up with the demand. Add big, sticky tires and before you know it—unanticipated carnage. Rear axles are regularly taxed to the max under such circumstances. If your car has a narrowed rear end or
Q: I am in the process of building a 383 stroker engine for my 1989 Camaro. It should produce about 450 horsepower (the current engine’s a V6). Will the stock rear axle be able to handle that much power? If the axle is no good, which one would you recommend using? Will I need to install
Seasoned car guys can often identify cars at first sight. But how many of us can easily ID a vehicle’s rear axle? It’s a handy skill to have for sure — especially when you’re scouring a junkyard for a replacement axle or evaluating a potential project vehicle. We’ve put together this visual guide to help you hone
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
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