Bobby Kimbrough
Bobby grew up in the heart of Illinois, becoming an avid dirt track race fan which has developed into a life long passion. Taking a break from the Midwest dirt tracks to fight evil doers in the world, he completed a full 21 year career in the Marine Corps. Educated at Chapman University, Syracuse University and Palomar Community College in California, today Bobby is the Senior Tech Editor for Power Automedia.
Edelbrock’s 8th Annual Revved Up 4 Kids Carshow and Charity Event
What started out as a way to generate funds to help a local schools has turned into something more than even Christi Edelbrock, the founder of the Rev’ved Up for Kids charity event, could begin to imagine. From meager beginnings, Rev’ved Up For Kids Car Show has now become one of the Southwest’s finest shows.
Ruff And Tuff Utility Coupe Gets Tuff Stuff Engine Accessory Upgrade
When it comes time to get the proper amperage suited for your project or daily driver – an upgraded front-drive system is the way to go. For a small budget you can replace your old and tired components and update to Tuff Stuff Performance accessories for years of trouble free use. Check out the install here!
Speedway Motor’s Museum of American Speed Showcases First Chevy V8
The historic SBC 350 was not the first V8 produced by Chevrolet. Speedway Motor’s Museum of American Speed showcased the first Chevy V8, made in 1918. Read more about this rare engine here.
Offenhauser. The Greatest Racing Engine Ever Built?
Greatness can be measured many ways, but when you look at history and statistics, true greatness stands out. Is Offenhauser the greatest racing engine ever built? Check out the history and stats here, then let us know what you think.
PRI 2012: Jiffy-Tite Offers Less Opportunity For Failure
Jiffy-tite’s quick-connect fittings are self sealing and connect and disconnect in seconds, and there is no need to drain the fluid. Simply disconnect the self-sealing quick-connect fittings and the job is done with no leaks or mess. No tools needed either. Read more about these couplers here.
PRI 2012: ICE Makes Ignition Cool in Orlando
Involved in the Engine Masters competition for the last six years, and on the winning engine five times carries the burden of staying on top. ICE Ignition paid their dues by developing new ignition products for 2013. Read more here.
PRI 2012: Davies Craig Goes Electric With New Water Pump for SBC/BBC
Davies Craig’s EWP150 Electric Water Pump is a universal, do-it-yourself, easy to install water pump designed to replace or compliment existing belt-driven mechanical water pumps.
PRI 2012: Royal Purple’s New Product Aims At Cleaner Fuel Systems
Royal Purple’s new Max-Clean fuel system cleaner and stabilizer is three products in one. We got the low down on the company’s latest car care product at the PRI tradeshow. Read more about it here.
PRI 2012: Penrite Oil Company’s “Better Class of Oil”
The Penrite Oil Company brings 85-years of lubrication experience to their brand of oils for the global market. Find out more about Penrite’s wide range of lubrication here.
PRI 2012: Fragola Gets Specific With Fittings And Adapters
Fragola Performance Systems highlighted their line of special application fittings at this year’s PRI tradeshow.
PRI 2012: Crane Cams Fires Up the Ignition Market
Proving that they are much more than simply one of the oldest and one of the most respected valve train companies in the industry, Crane Cams prominently highlighted their ignition systems at this year’s PRI trade show.
PRI 2012: Jet Performance’s Custom Carb Shop
Many people don’t realize that Jet Performance is also a one-stop carb shop. Like any custom built fuel system component, prospective customers will have to fill out a spec sheet so Jet can dial the settings in for the application.
PRI 2012: Lucas Oil Gets Specific With Classic Cars
Lucas releases a new lubricant designed to protect hot rod and classic car engines at this year’s PRI tradeshow.
Installing FAST’s EZ-EFI Fuel Injection System
Swapping from carburetor to electronic fuel injection may sound difficult but we easily upgraded a classic muscle car using the FAST EZ-EFI. As you can follow along in the video, we completed the swap in short order with a light crew and common hand tools, and programming the ECU was easier than using a TV remote.
BJ Kimbrough: US Government, Please Stop Helping Us
Have you ever gotten the feeling that Federal Government help simply hurts too much to accept. Our Tech Editor talks about that issue and explains what you can do to prevent it.
