This chapter is all about calibration of a Holley-style carb. It is not so much how to do it but more about what is required in order to do it. Without this knowledge you absolutely cannot “super tune” a carb. As simple as it may initially sound, … [Click here to read more...]
Ford Muscle Cars Handling and Performance Upgrades
Ford muscle cars have always been very popular. The Mustang, especially, is an American icon. When it comes to performance handling, drivers such as Parnelli Jones showed that the blue oval could be a force to be reckoned with on a road course too. … [Click here to read more...]
How to Match a Turbocharger to Your Engine: Step-by-Step Guide
Selecting the proper turbocharger for your engine involves many considerations. Not only are the facts about your specific engine necessary, but equally important is the intended use for that engine. The most important approach to these … [Click here to read more...]
Interesting Studebaker Muscle Car Facts
Fact 951: Every muscle car enthusiast knows what an STP sticker looks like. But is there a Studebaker tie-in? Yes. STP oil treatment was first introduced in 1952 as a product of Chemical Compounds Inc. of St. Joseph, Misouri. An abbreviation for … [Click here to read more...]
Selecting Aftermarket Differentials to Improve Performance
There are many different types of aftermarket and original equipment differentials and technologies to choose from nowadays. What are the differences and benefits of one technology over another? With so many choices, it can be difficult to decide … [Click here to read more...]
Wiring Aftermarket Equipment and Upgrade Components
Now the fun begins! This is the time where we get to add things to the vehicle that improve it, add functionality, or customize it to our liking. This chapter puts to work all the new skills you’ve learned to this point. This Tech Tip … [Click here to read more...]
Interesting Plymouth Muscle Car Facts
Fact 1: Not long ago, few in the general public knew or cared what a Hemi was. But thanks to the massive revival of all things hemispherical at Chrysler (and a brilliantly conceived 2002 advertising campaign built around the legendary engine) even … [Click here to read more...]
How to Build a Wiring Harness
This chapter covers the last major topic—harness basics. In addition, I’m going to present a number of examples that tie together what you’ve learned in the first eight chapters of the book. I chose examples that I feel most readers of this book will … [Click here to read more...]
How to Restore Door Panel & Glass in Muscle Cars
One method of addressing door panel restoration is, of course, to chuck the door panels altogether— saves weight, sure does, and it’s worth another tenth in the quarter— and to use a pair of Vise-Grips in lieu of actual window crank handles. But we … [Click here to read more...]
Drag Racing Traction: Front Suspension: Straight Axles
This chapter discusses front suspensions with straight axles utilizing leaf springs. These suspensions have fixed caster and camber, but toe can be adjusted just as with the strut or A-arm front suspensions. This style suspension was very popular in … [Click here to read more...]