OnAllCylinders

2 weeks ago | onallcylinders.com | Evan Smith

Building reliable horsepower takes matched parts, proper octane fuel, and ignition to light the fire. The focus is normally on induction, camshaft, valvetrain, and exhaust—all selected for the displacement and desired rev range. Of all the components you’ll purchase, some will last thousands of miles or laps (at least you hope they will), while others are “wearable” items that get changed out regularly.

1 month ago | onallcylinders.com | Evan Smith

While it’s not uncommon to see a modified Mustang, it’s rare to see an engine-swapped 2003-04 SVT Cobra. Enthusiasts covet the powerful original DOHC 4.6 factory engine that was rated at 390 horsepower—but really made about 425 ponies. Along with the intercooler and supercharger, the engines came equipped with Manley steel rods and forged pistons, which encouraged owners to crank up the boost.

1 month ago | onallcylinders.com | Paul Sakalas

Toss the “Super Sport” title onto any Chevy—vintage or modern—and it immediately makes things a lot more interesting. But a popular misconception is that the “SS” badge automatically denoted the top-dog performance trim. ….And that’s not exactly true. So let’s dig into some history behind the term and see how it was applied to a handful of popular models from Chevy’s lineup of cars & trucks.

1 month ago | onallcylinders.com | Paul Sakalas

It’s no secret that the summer months bring with them t-shirts, shorts, and flip flops. And while it may seem like shedding extra clothing is a smart way to beat the heat, truth is, if you’re working on your project car or truck in a sun-drenched driveway, then the opposite is true. Yup, when you’re out in the sun, wearing the proper UV-resistant clothing will actually keep you cooler than donning an ordinary tank top.

1 month ago | onallcylinders.com | Paul Sakalas

Sure, it’s fun to stroll past rows of hot rods, classic Detroit steel, and late model muscle cars—but another big part of the appeal of a good car show is seeing super rare, unique, and completely unexpected vehicles in the crowd. That’s why the Summit Racing folks posted a really good question on their Facebook and Instagram pages a while back: Suffice it to say, we eagerly watched the reader contributions roll in.