Performance Parts

How to Build a Race Engine

Engine Builder, Performance Parts, tools / 6 minutes of reading / June 14, 2022

An Overview for Beginners Building your very own racecar engine may not be the quickest way to get your automobile prepared for the track. But, doing your own engine build can be the most fulfilling! High-horsepower crate engines from the Big 3 car manufactures as well as full-bore race engines from the builders like Reher & Morrison, Scott Shafiroff, Steve Schmidt, as well as plenty of others, have actually tempted many racers to just buy […]

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What shock length will I need?

Performance Parts / 2 minutes of reading / June 5, 2022

Shock length is an important question to answer. A spring is the heart of the shock absorber on every car. They separate the car from bumps in the road, allow the axles to function, and support the entire weight of the automobile as well as its freight. If left un-monitored, a spring’s stored energy can trigger a car to jump frantically up and down after experiencing a basic bump. Automobile manufacturers discovered this at an early stage, so they needed to set up

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Hub Installation for the Miata MX-5 Steering Wheel

Performance Parts / 2 minutes of reading / March 18, 2022

This guy has a video on installing a steering wheel hub for a Mazda Miata MX-5. This is going to show you how to to securely mount your hub and steering wheel to your existing or new steering column assembly.

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Race Trailer Setup

Performance Parts, Race Trailer / 5 minutes of reading / March 10, 2022

Using readily available cabinet, flooring and wall space as effectively as possible is key to a proper race trailer setup.

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Camshaft Lobe Separation Angle

Camshaft, Performance Parts / 2 minutes of reading / March 2, 2022

The Lobe Separation Angle (LSA) is the distance between the centerlines of the intake and exhaust lobes on the camshaft. It is measured in degrees of camshaft rotation.

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Shock Therapy For You

Performance Parts / 4 minutes of reading / February 20, 2022

Selecting the right shock absorbers for a vehicle can make a significant difference in its handling on the street, off-road, or on the track.

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Periodic Oil Filter Inspection

Circle Track, Classic, Drag Racing, Engine Builder, Hot Rod, Late Model Muscle, Off Road, Open Wheel, Performance Parts / 3 minutes of reading / February 7, 2022

Periodic oil filter inspection can be a valuable tool for providing an early warning of hidden engine problems. A couple of minutes and an affordable tool have the ability to save thousands in engine rebuild or replacement expenses down the road.

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