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A 1929 Ford Woodie Home Built Across The Sea
Here in Germany we have a street rod scene with a high number of cars, with some high-class ones among them. One example is the Woodie that was built by my friend Uwe Grunzke. The car was designed,...
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2017 AMSOIL Engine Masters Competitors Announced
The applications have been tallied, scrutinized, and approved and the 2017 AMSOIL Engine Masters Challenge presented by HOT ROD field is ready to go to battle on the dyno. This year’s final competition...
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The Rotsun is Back with Turbo 5.0 V8 Carnage in Ep. 64
The Rotsun has become that one friend that, despite their mess of problems, you keep around because they’re a fun time. What started as a low-buck 4.3L Chevy V6 swap, later with a used Powerstroke...
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The First HOT ROD Power Tour
“Build don’t buy” has always been the HOT ROD mantra. Staff projects are the cornerstone of the magazine, and even today all of the HOT ROD staff is either wrenching away or is in between projects,...
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Take Your Project To The Next Level With A Pro Stylist!
For many traditional Chrysler lovers, there’s no question as to the end goal of their Mopar project: bring it back to stock-appearing at all costs. That’s an admirable goal for many owners and many...
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The Southeast Moparty Picnic Rolls into Tennessee!
With the popularity of casual cruise in events, and early morning Cars & Coffee style events taking over the nation, we’re always refreshed to see a good old-fashioned car show that is aimed at a...
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100+ Photos: Customs, Bikes, and Hot Rods from the Bangkok Custom Show
In the endless circuit of shows, cruise-ins, and other car related events, it’s easy to forget that we aren’t the only car crazy country. Folks all around the world are influenced by American autos and...
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In-Car and Under-Car Cameras from Bristol Motor Speedway
There is no doubt that Bristol Motor Speedway is an out-of-the-ordinary experience for all competing in this weekend’s Short Track U.S. Nationals. Many drivers are visiting the high-banked half-mile...
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GALLERY: Babb Bests Lucas Oil Lates at Luxemburg
Luxemburg, WI– Shannon Babb broke out the broom for a clean sweep Friday night in the first ever Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series event at Luxemburg Speedway. Babb held off Josh Richards, who...
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GALLERY: Bristol Short Track U.S. Nationals Saturday
Bristol, TN- Some of the finest racers from across the country brought good, old-fashioned, short-track action to Bristol Motor Speedway for Saturday’s preliminary night of the Short Track U.S....
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Inside the Camaro GT4.R: GM’s Sixth-Gen Pony Car Goes Road Racing
Since the introduction of the Sixth-Gen Camaro in 2015, Chevrolet has steadily rolled out a number of special model designations. At the moment, the most potent offering in the Camaro arsenal is the...
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Bucket List of Short Tracks to Visit
with contributions from Jacklyn Drake, Hannah Newhouse, Jeff Huneycutt, and Matt Panure Photos from John A. Miller, Bruce Nuttleman, Matt Panure Rain delays are a great time to get caught up on our...
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GALLERY: Bristol Short Track U.S. Nationals Sunday
Bristol, TN- It may have rained. It may have poured. But there was no stopping the Short Track U.S. Nationals from taking place Sunday at The Last Great Colosseum. Bubba Wallace (Super Late Models),...
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Street Rodder Road Tour: The Shades of the Past and AMSOIL Tours
The Shades of the Past and AMSOIL INC. Tours By this time of year the summer rod run season is in full swing. Our first ARP/STREET RODDER Road Tour of the summer took place in St. Paul at Back to the...
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Dyno Tested: Are Thin Piston Rings Worth Horsepower?
Friction is the enemy of speed. Whether it’s rolling resistance or the wind flowing over the body at speed, racers work tirelessly to dispense it. The concept of friction may seem like an entirely...
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HOT ROD RESCUE: Solving Driveability Issues on a Blown Ford 5.0L EFI
Beneath the sheetmetal of Chris Travers’ 1956 Ford pickup is a blown EFI 302, a 4R70W auto trans, and a C4 Vette IRS. The combo wouldn’t idle or run smoothly down low. The Combo Chris Travers has been...
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Joe McIver’s 1948 Ford
With a little time, talent, and help from the aftermarket, a sad old farm truck can be brought back to life, making it far better than new. The classic, visual signature of these vintage pickups is...
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I Canceled Cable TV and Bought a Muscle Car: Here’s Why
I am guilty of project-car neglect. There’s no tear-inducing Sarah McLachlan commercial to that effect, but it, too, is a situation in need of remedy. Too many times, I’ve brought home a stray vehicle,...
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Recreating History: The 7-11 1934 Ford Altered Coupe Then, and Racing its...
Roots. Contrary to ingrained logic, 712 precedes 7-11, and 715 precedes 712. That’s how the Hindu-Arabic numeric system applies to the Peckerheads Racing ’34 Ford, anyway. How the numbers add up: Prior...
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On Board a NEMA Midget Car at Wiscasset
Photos and Video by John A. Miller The Northeastern Midget Association (NEMA) boasts the fastest Midget-type race cars on asphalt. These machines are four cylinder, open-wheel, winged beauties. No...
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