Tech Articles

Dalton discusses a few great safety features that we offer for our customers here at Speedway Motors . We have what you need to remain safe in your race car.

Learn the benefits and effects of ethanol in gasoline and what to do to prevent issues from ethanol on your fuel system. Find out more on ethanol warning labels.

Choosing new wheels for a GMC Chevrolet truck. This project uses Speedway Motors GM Rally Wheels and new tires to enhance the appearance of the truck.

Learn how Zach replaces a transmission and breakaway converter in his 55 Chevy, with some helpful tips along the way.

What can sprint car wings do? Wings help cars go faster, handle better and add safety. Find out how sprint car wings are constructed, the concept behind down force and the sprint car wing adjustments you are allowed to make while at the track.

Instructions on how to install a PerTronix Ignitor Kit in an old flathead distributor for a flathead V8.

The history behind the Edelbrock Slingshot Intake Manifold for a Flathead Ford V8 engine. Learn why it was designed and how you can add it to your hot rod as a conversation piece.

A guide on maintaining a sprint car front suspension. Learn tips and tricks on how to prevent problems at the track. Clean and inspect your bearings, spindles and hubs for ultimate success.

From the Model A coupe body to the dropped axle and chrome OEM wheels. This car project is a basic, but cool traditional hot rod. Comparable to the American Graffiti coupe. Read more on how to start planning your hot rod car build.

Finned Aluminum "Buick Style" Brake Drums are a great way to add that vintage hot rod style to your Early Ford. Follow along as we install a pair on our '32 Roadster and add some serious hot rod attitude!