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Holley Carburetor Float Adjustment

GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR ADJUSTING BRASS AND NITROPHYL FLOATS Two methods of float adjustment are provided for with Holley performance carburetors depending on the style of float bowl and needle and seat assembly employed. They are the internal (dry) setting and the external (wet) setting. The internal float adjustment is accomplished with the fuel bowl off the carburetor. With “internally adjustable” needle and seats, the fuel bowl is inverted and the float tang, or tab, is adjusted... (more)

Last Edited Nov 8th, 2007 09:30 am

Zex Installation Instructions for "Wet" Nitrous System 82026 for LS1 and LS6 Engines

Installation instructions for the ZEX™ 82026 LS1 and LS6 "wet" Nitrous System including wiring diagrams, plumbing diagrams, bottle mounting tips and jet/hp chart.... (more)

Last Edited Nov 21st, 2007 11:47 am

Torque Converters Explained

Torque converter --- a torque converter is a fluid-coupling device that also acts as a torque multiplier during initial acceleration. The torque converter consists of four primary components: Cover --- the cover (also referred to as a front) is the outside half of the housing toward the engine side from the weld line. The cover serves to attach the converter to the flywheel (engine) and contain the fluid. While the cover is not actively involved in the characteristics of the performance, it... (more)

Last Edited Nov 5th, 2007 08:26 pm

Zex Installation Instructions for Dual Dominator Plate Nitrous System 82190

Installation instructions for the ZEX™ 82190 Dual Dominator Plate Nitrous System including wiring diagrams, plumbing diagrams, bottle mounting tips and jet/hp chart.... (more)

Last Edited Nov 21st, 2007 01:48 pm

Zex Installation Instructions for "Dry" LT1 Nitrous System 82018

Installation instructions for the ZEX™ 82018 LT1 "dry" Nitrous System including wiring diagrams, plumbing diagrams, bottle mounting tips and jet/hp chart.... (more)

Last Edited Nov 21st, 2007 09:56 am

Can I run a HILBORN mechanical fuel injector on a street car?

No. Our mechanical fuel injectors are manufactured strictly for racing applications. Since the mechanical castings are designed for maximum air flow and do not have a metering system for low speed operation, they are not recommended for street use. However, the newer electronic fuel injection (EFI) kits will operate and perform extremely well on the street, and are recommended for street rods as well as drag racing. Please see Electronic System Support. NOTE: Our products are not legal... (more)

Last Edited Nov 8th, 2007 08:20 pm

Zex Installation Instructions for 2005-07 Ford Mustang GT High Output Nitrous System 82242

Installation instructions for the ZEX™ 82242 2005-07 Ford Mustang GT High Output Nitrous System including wiring diagrams, plumbing diagrams, bottle mounting tips and jet/hp chart.... (more)

Last Edited Nov 21st, 2007 02:16 pm

Lunati 4340 Crankshaft Features

Lunati's big block and small block Chevy crankshafts are forged from the finest 4340 aircraft quality certified steel. The 4340 alloy steel meets aircraft cleanliness and purity standards. Our exclusive non-twist design allows for continuous granular flow, producing a crankshaft with a higher cycle bending fatigue over the twisted forging version. DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS The specifications during manufacturing are of the highest Lunati standards. For racing use, it is necessary... (more)

Last Edited Nov 21st, 2007 02:34 pm