by Eric | Feb 5, 2026 | Drag Racing
Tonight was a make-or-break moment for my El Camino—a classic redemption story at the drag strip. After weeks battling a stubborn high RPM miss and a persistent transmission leak, it was time to see if my hard work had finally paid off. Bracket racing, after all,...
by Eric | Feb 5, 2026 | Classics
Does your classic car spend more time on jack stands than cruising the open road? You’re not alone. Many believe that classics are inherently unreliable, but the truth is—they’re often just neglected. With a little attention to the right spots, your vintage ride can...
by Eric | Jul 29, 2025 | Drag Racing
When it comes to innovation in drag racing, nothing is ever truly new—only rediscovered. The concept of using compressed air for forced induction isn’t just the latest trend in no prep racing; it has roots stretching all the way back to World War I. What began as a...
by Eric | Jul 29, 2025 | Classics
The other day, I took my drag car El Camino to a local car show. As I wandered through the rows of shiny paint and polished chrome, I overheard a dad telling his son, “Someday that rough Duster will be worthy of being here.” That comment stuck with me—because to me,...
by Eric | Jul 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
If you’ve ever owned a classic car, you know electrical gremlins are almost inevitable. From headlights that won’t light to wipers that refuse to wipe, these issues can seem daunting—but with a methodical approach, you can track down and fix most problems yourself....
by Eric | Jul 3, 2025 | El Camino
If you’re a classic car enthusiast, you know that heat is the number one killer of automatic transmissions—whether it’s a Turbo 350, Turbo 400, or even a modern 4L60E. Excessive heat can quickly turn your pride and joy’s transmission into a “box of neutrals,” leaving...
by Eric | Jun 30, 2025 | El Camino
The Street Car Mods That Ruin Your Ride: What I Learned the Hard Way If you love classic cars, hot rods, and street machines, you know the thrill of making upgrades for more speed, sound, and performance1. But sometimes, those “performance” mods that look great on...
by Eric | Jun 30, 2025 | Drag Racing, Drag Racing Tips
So, you want to go drag racing but don’t have a 7-second monster in your garage? Good news—bracket racing is made for you! Whether you drive a classic Chevy El Camino or a straight-six Mustang, bracket racing levels the playing field and puts the focus on skill,...
by Eric | Jun 30, 2025 | Garage
Igniting the Next Generation: How to Get Kids Hooked on Hobbies One of the biggest challenges in hobbies like car restoration, drag racing, or motocross is attracting new blood, especially kids. We often hear they’re glued to video games, afraid to get dirty, or...
by Eric | Jun 30, 2025 | Drag Racing, Drag Racing Tips
There’s nothing quite like the energy of Street Night at Flying H Dragstrip. The sun’s setting, the lights are on, and the pits are packed with everything from classic muscle to wild, street-legal turbo builds. This time, I rolled in with my trusty El Camino, ready to...
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