When it comes to carburetor tuning, there is literally "no substitute for experience." The most successful tuners possess a near-instinctual "feel" for fuel system problems, based on their years of ...

During the late '90s, carburetor tuning and modifying received something of a jolt when Barry Grant introduced his racing four-barrel, the Demon. The innovations included streamlined air intakes, ...

The last time we talked about carburetors, we focused on getting the idle mixture and speed in line. But that’s not all that a carb requires of its owner. Having your idle in line doesn’t mean the car ...

Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither were carburetors. Just like the ancient Roman aqueducts achieved a technically demanding task using archaic resources, the carburetor was designed to perform ...

A lambda probe (or oxygen sensor) can be found on the exhaust system of most cars running on unleaded fuel. Having reached its normal operating temperature (of about 600 degrees Celsius!) the lambda ...

Think you can't have a small-block that lays down 556 hp, 512 lb-ft of torque, 120-mph trap speeds, and 21 mpg on the highway without dropping three grand on a slick EFI setup? Think again. The secret ...

Why timing matters: Correct ignition timing on a Windsor V8 improves throttle response, prevents detonation, and maximizes horsepower without sacrificing reliability. Carb jetting basics: Holley jet ...

What is data logging?: It’s the process of collecting and analyzing vehicle sensor data to optimize performance, efficiency, and reliability. Why it matters: From diagnosing issues to fine-tuning ...