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A Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up Your Race Car
Scaling is an essential part of setting up a race car in order to achieve proper and repeatable weight balance. Electronic scales are the preferred choice due to their convenience, accuracy, and ability to be stored away easily. Mark four spots on the floor with a leveler where you can place scale pads each time you scale the car. Make sure that all components of the racecar are ready before beginning scaling process; this includes disconnecting sway bars for pavement cars if necessary. Bounc
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Jun 11th 2023
UTV Axles 101: The Basics of Heavy Duty Axles and How to Maintain Them
Replacing stock UTV axles with heavy duty ones is a must if you are running aftermarket upgrades on your vehicle. Moose Heavy Duty, Demon Powersports and All Balls Extreme Duty Rear Axles are some of the top contenders in the market today. Regular maintenance should be performed to maintain integrity of CV boot and prevent damage to joint itself.UTV Axles 101: The Basics of Heavy Duty Axles and How to Maintain Them UTVs are an incredibly versatile vehicle that can take you almost anywhere, and i
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May 14th 2023
Understanding Racing Safety Gear: What You Need To Know
Racing has its own unique safety equipment for participants, designed to minimize or eliminate burns, injury, and death. The majority of a racing budget is typically dedicated to performance equipment; however the proper safety gear should not be overlooked. When looking for a suit it is important to consider the rules that are required by the organization where you will compete as well as SFI ratings and material options available. Thermal Protective Performance (TPP) ratings estimate how long
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Apr 5th 2023
The Basics of Proper Dirt Bike Maintenance
Proper maintenance of a dirt bike is essential for optimal performance and to avoid repairs. Cleaning the bike after each use is important, as it allows one to spot any loose screws or leaks, and prevents corrosion. Lubricating the chain regularly helps prevent rusting; make sure that its tension is neither too tight nor too loose. The air filter should be cleaned with a filter cleaner between uses; keeping an extra one on hand can help if you ride often. Other aspects such as tire pressure, flu
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Mar 22nd 2023
An Introductory Guide to Threadlockers
Threadlockers are an essential tool for any serious DIYer or mechanic. They are used to secure nuts and bolts against vibration, allowing them to stay together without the need for additional tightening. If you’re new to threadlocking, this guide will provide you with an introduction to what threadlockers are and how they work.Types of ThreadlockersThreadlockers come in a variety of different formulas, so it’s important to know which one is best for your application. The most common types of&nbs
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Mar 13th 2023