It’s no secret that an open differential (fondly referred to as a “peg leg” in some circles) just doesn’t cut it in a high-performance application. Having one tire go up in smoke while the other does nothing won’t get you down or around the track in short order. That’s why spools and positractions are so common in motorsports.
When left you in the last article in the series, we showed how Van Steel (website: www.vansteel.com) stripped the C3 Corvette rear end center section, in preparation for blueprinting along with the install of 30-spline stub axles (Chevy calls them “Side Gear Yokes”).
Expanding your race palate — as a driver, fan or crew member – can provide multiple benefits across the board. And be a heck of a lot of fun.
The truth is, if you’ve ever drilled a hole in something, bolted it down, then had the darned thing break or fall off a few days or miles later, you’re probably looking at an article of interest.
Do you have a favorite Industry racing event? Much like your kids or motorcycle, it’s hard to pick one, but for sure, Legends and Heroes Night is right there on the top. It has to be because it’s the one night a year when yesterday’s stars get top billing.
Right up front, this is a back-to-basics article. Advanced readers can take note and if you chose, skip right on by! But if you’re having automatic transmission grief, this just might be a good place to begin
Michael Andretti is taking the large view of his future. And his company’s future.
Pat Ganahl was a fixture in the race and hot rod community, as a journalist, editor and hands-on enthusiast. His passing is being mourned all over the country.
Carl Haas and Paul Newman – later aided by Mike Lanigan – built a dynasty of winning driver, owner and manufacturer championships in CART’s PPG World Series and later in the Champ Car World Series, a dynasty that’s included some of the world’s greatest racers.
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August in Louisville, Kentucky means two things. For the last two weeks of the month, the Kentucky Exposition Center comes to life with the sights, sounds and smells of the Kentucky State Fair, the big send-off to summer for the Bluegrass State.
