Better Performance with Proper Front End Alignment
Tech Articles Proper front end alignment provides more precise handling, increases safety, and reduces wear on tires and suspension components. One of the most important aspects of suspension set-up, regardless of whether the car in question is a daily-driver, weekend warrior, or full-fledged race car, is ensuring that front end alignment is in spec. A […]
Easy Roller: Reducing Wheel Bearing Friction
Tech Articles Reducing friction in wheel bearings and hubs can make a noticeable improvement in performance, helping drivers stay a step ahead of the competition. When the ultimate goal is winning, most racers realize that the quest for improved performance is an ongoing process. Innovation and constant improvement are commonplace in motorsports and knowledgeable racers […]
Gen V LT Engine: Technology Abounds
Tech Articles The GM Gen V LT engine family offers some great technological improvements over prior engine families, but will it replace the popular LS for engine swaps? While the release of the 2014 C7 Corvette marked the debut of the Gen. V LT engine, it didn’t truly become GM’s go-to powerplant until the […]
LS Swaps for Everyone!
Tech Articles LS swaps continue to be a popular and practical solution for adding power and performance to a wide range of cars and trucks of all eras. While the last LS engine rolled off the assembly line in 2020, ultimately replaced by the Gen. V LT engine, the LS engine’s performance and durability have […]
Outfitting a Race Trailer – Making It All Fit
Tech Articles Outfitting a race trailer, and making everything fit in safely and securely, is one of the biggest challenges a racer can have off the track. It can also make the difference between racking up a win or sitting out a race. Knowledgeable racers realize the importance of outfitting a race trailer with the […]
Brake Fluid – Reaching the Boiling Point
Tech Articles All brake fluids are NOT the same, especially when it comes to performance applications. Selecting the proper brake fluid can mean the difference between victory and a DNF – or worse. Often taken for granted, brake fluid is a critical ingredient in the preparation of any high-performance vehicle, particularly if it’s expected to […]
Camshaft Degreeing: To What Degree Do You Want to Win?
Camshaft degreeing not only helps optimize an engine’s power, but also can have a positive impact on its reliability and long-term durability.
Increasing Engine Compression – a (Fairly) Easy Path to More Horsepower
Increasing engine compression can be an effective way to achieve more horsepower, and doesn’t have to break the bank or require a total rebuild.
Ring and Pinion Gears – Choose the Winning Ratio
Ring and pinion gear selection depends on a lot of factors, from application, to vehicle weight, to engine performance.
Beehive Valve Springs: Old Tech Revived
Beehive valve springs borrow proven military aircraft engine technology to boost the performance of automotive engines at a reasonable cost.