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Why the 7.5 inch 10 Bolt Is JUNK for Performance!

When GM built the G-body cars, they weren't designed with drag racers or performance enthusiasts in mind. For average use, the 7.5-inch 10 Bolt rear differential serves its purpose. However, when you start adding power, that's when these differentials start to show...

Using Dial Calipers the EASY way! Beginners Guide to Precision

Precisely the Problem! When it comes to stepping up your precision, the first place to start is with a pair of Dial Calipers. When the accuracy and precision of a Tape Measure no longer measures up, this is the next logical step in upgrading your precision!   ...

DIY Door Replacement: Breathing New Life into the 1985 Buick Regal

DIY Door Replacement: Breathing New Life into a 1985 Buick Regal Hanging doors on a car isn't everyone's favorite automotive task, especially when dealing with the hefty G-body doors of a classic Buick. My 1985 Buick Regal was in desperate need of a door transplant....

The Truth About Topdon Artidiag BT900 – How Classic Car Guys Can Easily Tackle Modern Vehicles

Ever wondered what scan tool is best for someone who loves tinkering with classic cars but also needs to maintain their modern daily driver? Well, I've got you covered!   As a classic car enthusiast myself, I've found that the Topdon scan tools, especially the...

Carburetor Chaos: The Float That Nearly Ruined Race Day

I made a mistake so that you don’t have to! Let’s talk about this misadventure I had recently at the Fox Hunt race. So, the day before the race, they had a test and tune session, Which was a great time to make some tuning changes to my El Camino to better run here at...

Ultimate Little Machine Shop 4100 Lathe Hack!

My Little Machine Shop 4100 HiTorque mini lathe has been a great little machine, even though it does have a real shortcoming. Even though this is rated as being able to have a 7 inch swing, I’ve been lucky to make a cut on anything over about 1.5 inches in diameter....

Get Organized the EASY Way! Power Tool Organization Made Simple!

Let's face it, my garage organization game has been pretty weak, especially when it comes to my power tools. They've been living in bags or sprawled across my workbench, taking up valuable space. The chargers and tools were hogging the whole bench, leaving no room for...

Dark side of Wheelies

Ask any car enthusiast if wheelies are cool, and they'll say yes - wheelies are awesome! But I recently learned that my El Camino does wheelies after some slight changes, and it's hard to believe that what I always wanted is now causing problems. Why? The car is...

Small Package that Handles BIG Tires!

I've never been a fan of using the onboard air system on my motorhome to fill up tires. Thankfully, today's battery-powered air compressors are a game-changer. I've got a few scattered around for various tasks, like inflating the lawn tractor or car tires. However,...

A Body 12 Bolt in a G Body? The Ultimate Improvement for the Rear End!

The El Camino has reached a crossroads, the 7.5” 10 is on its last legs and is about to leave me with a pile of broken parts and a car that’s very hard to move. So that leaves me with options, rebuild the 10 bolt for the 4th time, or upgrade it with a 9” Ford or...

Tools

Small Package that Handles BIG Tires!

Small Package that Handles BIG Tires!

I've never been a fan of using the onboard air system on my motorhome to fill up tires. Thankfully, today's battery-powered air compressors are a game-changer. I've got a few scattered around for various tasks, like inflating the lawn tractor or car tires. However,...

Best Gift for a Car Guy?

We all know that around Christmas we can either procrastinate a little too much or drag on getting something for the racer or car guy in our life because they usually want tools (more expensive than a sensible gift budget), Parts for the Race Car or project car (Way...

Drag Racing

Race, Break, Fix, Repeat!

Race, Break, Fix, Repeat!

Do you ever have those moments where things are going right and you know there’s something really not right about it? That’s the case here. I went to Flying H  Drag Strip for some bracket racing and did surprisingly well until I noticed that something doesn’t quite...

Haven’t raced in years?

Haven’t raced in years?

I used to drag race, how do I get back into it? That’s a common question I’m hearing, here’s why. I70 Motorsports Park is building a new drag strip, Flying H Drag Strip. I’ve talked to several people that used to race as KCIR and have not raced in many years. Some...