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Project Geronimo: Getting Our Fuel Budget Under Control With FiTech

Our old beast was a gas guzzler, so we tackled that problem with FiTech's EFI Master Kit. The bolt on kit was easier and more economical than we thought. Check out our installation here.

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Race vs. Street Carburetor: Modern Tunability Blurs The Line

When choosing a carburetor for street or race duty, you will find many of the same components included within each. But, the key difference is in the end user's ability to almost infinitely tune one of...

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Higher Octane Fuel Coming to a Pump Near You & What That Means

Unless you’ve been living under a rock you’ve undoubtedly heard of the EPA’s 2025 Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFÉ) requirement of 54.5 mpg.

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Swapping A Water Pump Can Get You Out Of Hot Water – Literally

Is your hot rod losing its cool? Did you know that replacing only the water pump on your classic ride can possibly drop your engine's running temperature by up to 20 degrees? We were skeptical too - at...

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Project Sucker Punch Goes From Two-Fours To Three-Twos!

There are times when driving a car with a load of parking lot cred is fun, but when you want to hit the highway with the car on a daily basis, sometimes the tried and true vintage basics are all that's...

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Carburetor To Fuel-Injected LS With Edelbrock’s Fuel Sump System

We show you how to take any vehicle from a carburetor to modern-day EFI with Edelbrock's simple-to-install fuel sump system.

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Upping the Pressure: EFI-Conversion Fuel Pump Options

We take a look at fuel pump options available from FiTech for when you want to convert your fuel system from a low-pressure carbureted-style to high-pressure EFI system.

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EFI Questions Answered With The Help Of Ken Farrell at FiTech

Fuel injection was once a world made of engineers and computer geeks. But lately, companies like FiTech have made bolt-on EFI both affordable and achievable to the typical garage-based enthusiast.

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Rebuilding The Quadrajet Carburetor. Yes, They Are Worth It

The Quadrajet was a mainstay in Chevrolet's history, but its time is not over. We talked to the folks at JET Performance about rebuilding this legendary fuel miser.

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Edelbrock’s AVS2 Carburetor: Improving Response and Modulation

Edelbrock's new AVS2 carburetor blends the appealing price and practicality of carburetion with the response and crispness of EFI. An inside look how it improves atomization and combustion.

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EFI Fuel Delivery: Knowing What You Need Is Key To Smooth Running

If you're running EFI and having issues with fuel delivery, here's some help. Find out why your new EFI system cuts out from time-to-time.

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Book Review: How To Build And Modify Rochester Quadrajet Carburetors

If you want to know how to rebuild and modify the Rochester Quadrajet, we've found the perfect resource. We review Cliff Ruggle's book about that subject.

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Lookin’ Good Under My Hood: Tuff Stuff Water Pump Install

Tuff Stuff specializes in manufacturing high-performance, custom-finished components for hot rods. I knew exactly who to turn to when I needed a new water pump in my '55 Chevy.

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An Inside Look At The Radical Changes In Antifreeze Chemistry

Antifreeze does more than keep your engine from freezing. Jeff Smith helps us find out how it can even cause problems if not understood.

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Automotive Plumbing: Covering The Basics With Russell Performance

The fuel system feeding the engine in your hot rod can be great or simply adequate. We get insight to some basics to help you build yours.

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El Cheapo: Building A Rat Rod For $1,500. Episode 10-Just Coolin’ It

Latest episode of $1500 El Cheapo Rat Rat build. This time we take a look installing a radiator and chillin' out.

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K&N’s Electronic Carburetor Injection Offers New-School Reliability

K&N has been at the forefront of filter technology for years. Now they've created something specifically for carburetors and cold starts. Check it out!

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Making A 1962 Rambler Wagon A ‘Fuelie’ With FiTech

We install FiTech's 2-barrel EFI on our 1962 Rambler Wagon and show you step-by-step! The best way to bring your old ride into the 21st century.

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FiTech’s All-New Force Fuel System Can Handle The Pressure

FiTech has announced the debut of their all-new Force Fuel System. The Force system is a solution for all of your high pressure needs.

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Overheating: Five Reasons You’re Not Running Cooler And What To Do

Overheating could be caused by a number of things. We're talking with the experts to find out how to prevent overheating, and what to look for if it happens.

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The 7 Best Practices For Wiring Automotive Fans With SPAL USA

The experts at SPAL Automotive Technology broke down their seven best wiring practices for automotive fans. Check out their tips, here!

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Testing An Inaccurate Fuel Sender With Tanks Inc.

An inaccurate fuel gauge can put a surprising end to your day of cruising. Find out how to make sure your sending unit is not the culprit.

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Building An EFI-Ready Fuel System With Tanks Inc.

If you recently installed EFI on your hot rod, did you upgrade the fuel tank? Find out why you should, and how you can get great results with minimal effort.

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Fuel For Thought: Choosing The Best Fuel System For Your EFI Upgrade

Which FiTech EFI fuel system is the best choice for your fuel injection project? Follow along as we explore different available options.

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Project Geronimo Keeps His Cool With A Champion Radiator

We wipe the sweat from Geronimo's brow with the help of Champion Cooling Systems. While we were at it, we did a complete freshen up on the entire cooling system. Find out what it took to help him keep...

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