Old School Ignition Fixes: Half a Dozen Little Tune Up Tips
While all of today’s cars are computer-controlled, there are still a few of us “antiques” out there who deal with the cars and parts of yesteryear.
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Elegant Engineering: Inside Eaton’s Efficient Detroit Truetrac Differential
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.
Van Steel Shares Their ‘63 to ’79 Corvette Rear End Build Secrets: Part 2
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”).
Piston Persuasion: How To Install Pistons
There are a number of different ways to install pistons (with rings, obviously) and connecting rods in your engine. Different builders take different approaches.
Back to Basics: Jet Extensions
Pin the throttle, dump the clutch, hang on. The car hooks and rockets forward. Then, just as you’re watching the tach as it bends toward the redline, the thing noses over
How to Mount Fuel Components: Working With Difficult-To-Mount Components
When many aftermarket manufacturers build a “fits-all” universal” part, they really have no idea what your application may be. It’s up to you to figure out how to mount the component. Common examples of these fits-all pieces might be fuel filters, fuel pumps, accumulators and so on.
Track Tuning Aids: Neat Tuning Tools for The Track
It’s no secret my background was drag racing, and I’ll be the first to tell you that most sharp weekend warriors (and even many seasoned racers) don’t like taking all of their tools to the track.
Drilling 101: There’s More To Drilling Holes Than You Think
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.
Elementary EFI Part II: Electronic Fuel Injection Doesn’t Have To Be Voodoo!
When we last left you, we were deep into the workings of MSD’s entry level Atomic EFI. If you recall, we showed how simple the system is to work with, and how easy it is to install.
WE HAUL! Trailering Info & Tips: Part 4
With the tow vehicle figured out, the trailer figured out and the hitch and overall setup figured out, the final thing one should ponder are the tie down straps and key tie down accessories you’ll need (aside from a winch – someday we’ll zoom in on that).