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Dig through our Toolbox to learn how-to! Speedway Motors’ automotive blog is packed with how-to videos, automotive tech articles, and expert advice to help you with your project or race car setup. We've leveraged our 60+ years of performance parts expertise to compile hundreds of technical car articles in one easy-to-reference place. Whether your passion is race car setup and preparation, perfecting your showstopper, or simply improving driveability on your old car or truck – we have the technical car articles for you. Learn the best tips and tricks from our in-house experts who spend their nights wrenching in the garage and racing at the track. This automotive blog has everything you need to empower your passion.

Latest Articles

Chevy 454 Big Block Budget Build: Recipes for 400-600 HP

by Mark Houlahan - Posted in Buyer's Guides

4/22/2024

The 454 big block Chevy is still a popular build option for when there is no replacement for displacement!

Museum of American Speed to Host 2nd Annual Wheel Hub Live

by Kelsey Bugjo

4/16/2024

Museum of American Speed announced today they will host the 2nd Annual Wheel Hub Live in Lincoln, Neb. Memorial Day weekend May 24-25.

Vortec 4.8 LS Build: Horsepower Recipes, Specs, & Upgrades

by Mark Houlahan - Posted in LS

4/15/2024

The 4.8 LS engine is a salvage yard bargain vs the typical 5.3 or 6.0 LS and can still make great power for your LS swap needs.

Museum of American Speed Celebrates 100th Anniversary of the Ten-Millionth Model T Ford by Traveling Sea to Sea

by Kelsey Bugjo

4/9/2024

Museum of American Speed announced today their plans to make a coast-to-coast trip from New York to San Francisco in a 1924 Model T Ford to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the ten-millionth Model T Ford.

Types of Pistons Explained | Dished vs Domed | Forged vs Cast

by Thom Taylor - Posted in Buyer's Guides

4/3/2024

Choose the best piston for your engine build based on budget and power level with our piston guide

What is Adjustable Suspension | Car Suspension System Setup

by Joe McCollough - Posted in G-Comp

3/29/2024

Adjustable suspensions allow for big changes to a car's stance and handling characteristics, but it's important to understand some suspension tuning principles before making big changes to the suspension under your custom or race car.

Choose The Right Brake System Parts | Brake System Builder Tips

by Mark Houlahan - Posted in Buyer's Guides

3/29/2024

Use our brake builder tips and product info to create the perfect brake system for your project vehicle needs

How to Mount a Modified Race Car Body

by Joe McCollough - Posted in Race

3/21/2024

Learn a few tips on how to properly mount Modified bodies and some products that will help get your race car body fabrication job done!

Hydroboost Power Brakes 101 | How to Bleed Hydroboost Brakes

by Jefferson Bryant - Posted in Buyer's Guides

3/21/2024

Learn how to properly bleed braking systems that use hydroboost hydraulic assistance.

How to Wire a Race Car I DIY Wiring Harness 101

by Lucas Prucha - Posted in Buyer's Guides

3/20/2024

Wiring of your race car or hot rod can be completed at home with these helpful automotive 12 V wiring tips.

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