Air Flow Research is one of the go-to companies for aftermarket cylinder heads and for good reason, as AFR products have always produced impressive results. When we had the opportunity to test AFR’s LS3 Mongoose cylinder heads, we jumped at the chance. The AFR Mongoose LS3 12-degree cylinder head is a
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COMP Cams Adds to Line-up LSTTM Stage 2 Turbo Camshaft and Cam Kit for GM LS 4.8L Engine
COMP Cams has added a new GM LS 4.8L turbo application to its popular LSTTM (Low Shock Technology) cam series that’s optimized for high rpm power production and boost response. The LSTTM Camshaft Kits for GM LS applications take the guesswork out ofchoosing the right valve train upgrade package for your specific
COMP Cams Performance Lash Adjusters to Benefit Ford Modular 4.6L-5.4L Applications
By slowing the leak down rate, COMP Cams Performance Lash Adjusters provide more lift and duration while improving valvetrain stability. Just like lifters in a pushrod engine, lash adjusters in Ford Modular engines can leak down under high RPM, causing lost duration and lift, as well as more valvetrain wear. The COMP
We Jammin’—Ben Stoner’s Super S197 Success Story
Once a Racer, Always a Racer—How Bruce Maichle found his way back to heads-up racing
Written By Steve Baur Photography by Kevin DiOssi Despite having parents that weren’t interested in cars for anything more than basic transportation, Bruce Maichle’s parents had good taste in them, with Dad driving a ’68 GTO, and Mom wheeling a ’70 Dodge Dart. “I’ve always liked cars and by the time I was
Son of Thanos—Knieriem Racing Engines creates a 2,500-horsepower small-block Ford super villain
Show & Go—On the hunt for horsepower at the aftermarket’s showcase event of the year — the SEMA Show
Historic Hot Rod—Billy Glidden’s beloved black Mustang is back in action
Written by Mary Lendzion Photography and Video by Kevin DiOssi, Steve Baur, and Dr. Rudy Rouweyha Whether it was a weekday, weeknight, or weekend, Billy Glidden could be found helping his father, Bob Glidden, work on his race cars throughout his childhood. He doesn’t remember having many days off, but he does
Pack Attack—Inside the construction of a big-power Coyote 5.0 engine destined for grudge racing
Written by Jason Reiss Photography courtesy of Roush Competition Engines It is no secret that Ford’s 5.0-liter Coyote engine is capable of making massive power when boost is applied. Anyone who's been paying attention over the last eight years since the engine platform's introduction in the 2011 Mustang GT has seen its
A Life In The Fast Lane—Taking a look at Xtreme Pro Mod Racer Dave Roemer and his 1968 Camaro
Written By Steve Baur Photography by Kevin DiOssi and Dr. Rudy Rouweyha Ohio has always been a hotbed for drag racing with dozens of drag strips located in the Buckeye state for many years. While some have gone away, others such as National Trail Raceway, Dragway 42, and, of course, Summit Motorsports