Front Engine Dragster Wrenches

In the 1950's and 60's, front engine dragsters were the fastest cars on the track. Then, they disappeared almost overnight. Here's the story of the rise, fall, and rebirth of the slingshot dragster.

This beautiful veteran of the early 70's dragster wars was built by three brothers in a one-car garage in small town Iowa.

Preventative maintenance is crucial for hot rods. In this article, Jess shows you how to place a front wheel cylinder on an early Ford.

Discover the best wheels for drag racing; the lightest options, beadlocks, and SFI certified wheels and learn how beadlock wheels work

Next on the to-do list was removing the rear axle assembly (aka the rear end).

Click to learn about split wishbone, hairpin radius rod, and four bar suspensions. Learn the history and difference between these solid axle suspension designs.

The Speedway Motors Tech Team created a quick how-to on squaring the front axle of your open wheel race car.

Follow this restoration guide as Josh breathes new life back into his Pontiac engine.

This article guides you through the process of repairing and painting a subframe for a 1967 Poncho Firebird. See how the front suspension gets an overhaul including new G-comp spindles and a disc brake kit.

Learn how to assemble the front axle of a sprint car. See what tools are needed for assembly including an angle finder gauge tool and king pin reamer.