Automotive Basics
Understanding Hot Engine Starts
It is usually a cold engine, which is exposed to extreme weather that is difficult to start. However, a hot engine can have problems too. [More…]
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Automotive Basics
Understanding Catalytic Converters
A catalytic converter is a component found in the exhaust system of a vehicle. The catalytic converter burns the carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons to create nitrogen, and at the same time it reduces the nitrogen oxides. [More…]
Technical Info
Guide to Automotive Wire and Fuse Sizes
Guide to hot rod wires and fuses including wire size/amperage, application by wire gauge, fuse sizes and more. [More…]
Builds and Examples
Dusty Dahl’s 1947 Chevy 3100 Project
Dusty Dahl’s ’47 Chevy 3100 project. It’s still a work in progress he tells us, but should really scoot with a 383 stroker engine… [More…]
Builds and Examples
1936 Ford Rat Rod Truck Build
Scott Wilson’s 1936 Ford Rat Rod Truck build photo compilation and subsequent triumphant burnout. [More…]
Automotive Basics
Understanding Nitrous Oxide Systems (NOS)
If you’re looking to boost engine performance and you’re considering nitrous as the means to bigger power, start here… [More…]
Automotive Basics
Understanding Performance Brakes
Performance brakes are designed to take much more abuse than normal brake components. Here is everything else you need to know… [More…]
Technical Info
Speed Potential Calculator for Ring Gear and Pinion Changes
Calculate potential speed based on the RPM of the engine, ring gear/pinion gear ratio, final transmission gear ratio, and tire diameter… [More…]
Technical Info
Horsepower Gain from Additional Blower Pressure Calculator
Enter the blower pressure. Enter the normally aspirated hp. The value will be returned in horsepower, based on blown pressure increase… [More…]
Builds and Examples
1940 Willys Cabover Custom COE Chassis Swap and Build
This is a very well photo-documented build that combines a ’40 Willys Sedan, a ’92 Dodge 1 ton truck, and a whole lot of metalwork… [More…]