Technical Info
Technical Info
Automotive Basics
Glossary of Racing Terms
Don’t sound like you don’t know what you’re talking about next time at the track. These are the terms you need to know… […]
Builds / Projects
Hot Rod and Custom Motor Mount Considerations
There are many factors that affect the location of the motor in a hot rod or custom car or truck chassis: Plan ahead. The tech session produced several points to consider when mounting a motor in a hot rod or custom car or truck project… […]
Automotive Basics
Automotive Electrical Circuits 101
Two Guys Garage co-host Kevin Byrd discusses “Circuits 101″… Also of Interest: How To Wire Your Hot Rod How To Wire Hot Rod Lights How To Wire Hot Rod Turn Signals Guide to Wires and […]
Technical Info
Exhaust H-Pipes vs. X-Pipes: What You Need to Know
In this video, Summit Racing technical adviser Carl Pritts explains the differences between H-pipes and X-pipes and their effect on exhaust scavenging and performance. Carl also provides insight on mounting considerations and when you may […]
Technical Info
Shift Knob / Shift Handle Thread Sizes
Shift Knob and Shifter Handle Thread Sizes may vary depending on make, model and trim package of a vehicle. The shift knob thread size information provided below is as accurate as possible and should be […]
Automotive Basics
How To Diagnose Common Engine Problems with a Vacuum Gauge
One of the easiest and cheapest ways to check an engine for serious issues is to perform a vacuum gauge test. You can determine whether or not an engine is healthy in just several minutes. […]
Technical Info
How To Decode Ford Part Numbers
How to decode Ford Motor Company part numbers, including both American made parts and Austrailian made parts. […]
Technical Info
Classic Vehicle Identification
Buick Cadillac Chevrolet Chrysler DeSoto Dodge Ford Henry J Hudson Kaiser / Frazer Lincoln Mercury Nash Oldsmobile Packard Plymouth Pontiac Studebaker Volkswagen Willys More Vehicle Identification on Pinterest Also of Interest: Popular Automatic Transmission Identification […]
Technical Info
Wheel, Tire and Fender Fitment Calculator
Wheel and Tire Technical Information – Calculate Wheel Fitment, Tire Stretch and Rolling Radius. Includes Speedometer Error Calculator. Play with specs, try different settings and combinations, compare results… […]
Automotive Basics
Automotive Technical and Reference Information
Our automotive technical and reference resources are here to make your life easier — to help you find answers faster. From decimal/fraction charts to interactive…Also of Interest: How To Build A Hot Rod How To […]
How To & DIY
How To Make Sense of Synthetic Lubricants
All of us have seen countless ads telling us to change our engine oil every 3000 miles. But what are we to believe? Or more relevant, what is right for you? This article has the facts about synthetic oils, petroleum based oils, and additives so that you can make an informed decision about what is right for your cars. […]