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Tools
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! ...
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...
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....
Drag Racing
How I ALMOST Won a Street Legal Drag Race!
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...
I Took My ’82 El Camino to a Drag Strip… Here’s What I Learned!
It's a beautiful, breezy day at Flying He Motorsports Park! Today marked the first test and tune of the season for my El Camino, and I couldn’t be more excited to hit the track. If you’ve never been to a test and tune event, it’s a fantastic way to shake down your...
How to Start Drag Racing in 2025!
Get a FREE Copy of my Logbook here: https://snowfamilyracing.com/log-book-sign-up/ Welcome to the exciting world of drag racing! Whether you're a seasoned gearhead or a curious newcomer, taking your car to the drag strip can be an exhilarating experience. In...
Red Lighting Every Race? Your Car Setup Is Sabotaging You
Stop Going Red! Fix Your Car, Not Just Your Reaction Time After weeks of anticipation, I made the trip to the CDR Bracket Finals at MOKAN Dragway—and promptly redlighted myself out of contention. Six red lights in eight passes! At first, I thought I just needed to...
He ALMOST Quit Welding Until He Learned These 5 Things (MIG Welding for Beginners)
Welding might look intimidating, but anyone can learn it quickly—including my son. When he picked up the welder for the first time, he was nervous—worried about mistakes, wasting metal, and those bright, hot sparks. But like any new skill, the magic starts with simple...
How to Repair Critter-Damaged Wiring: Saving My Wife’s Car from Squirrel Shenanigans
How to Repair Critter-Damaged Wiring: Saving My Wife’s Car from Squirrel Shenanigans If you’re working on cars long enough, you’ll eventually face the dreaded wiring harness repair. Whether it’s from accident, age, rub-through, or—as in my recent misadventure—critters...