Dodge Connecting Rods

Read about the hardships faced when Tim tried to fire up his 241 Dodge Hemi for his 1929 Ford roadster. Learn his tips for how to persist despite difficulties that will help any hot rodder with their own troubles.

A guide on how to install a universal wiring harness in a car. Read tips on properly wiring taillights, headlights, gauges, ignition switch, steering column and more.

Cowl steering is a racecar-inspired steering configuration for your hot rod that can solve a lot of problems. Here's how to do it.

Little is thought of your engine’s starter until it refuses to turn your engine over at the worst possible moment. Today’s powerful mini starters can crank the biggest engines with ease. Learn how in our buyer’s guide.

Tim Matthews has been collecting pieces for this hot rod for a long time. Here's the amazing story in his own words...

Learn the differences between H-beam vs I-beam rods, including strength, weight, and more to choose the best connecting rods for your engine.

Electrical wiring is one of those tasks that enthusiasts dread tackling on their own. We're here to tell you that wiring your project vehicle is something you can do with a little help from your friends at Speedway Motors!

Drag racing changed a lot in the 60's, and Dick Landy was right in the middle of it all. This 64 Dodge was the first factory built 426 Hemi car to win a sanctioned drag race. How cool is that?

Crimping or soldering automotive wiring are both viable options, but in some cases, it is preferable to do one vs the other

When it comes to a traditional style build on an early hot rod it just has to be rolling on a solid front axle of some sort. In this buyer's guide we take you through I-beam and round tube solid axles, spindle choices, radius rod needs, and more.