What articles would you like to see?

[Pro Stock John]

Hey all,

We are wondering what you'd like to see covered in some future articles? I get the sense that there is a strong interest in product reviews for example? What's on your mind?

[Ron@Vengeance]

Product reviews are a great idea... Real world testing/results

[gtorep]

Non Biased intake manifold shootouts on MODIFIED engines. There is no solid info on any of them besides the FAST products.

[**SuperCharged**]

Non Biased boost for boost 2.3 screw vs 2.3 TVS.

[Pro Stock John]

Yeah I'd like to see an article where folks swapped on a bone stock FAST, ported FAST, and stock (new) Weiand with no other changes.

[skywalkrNCSU]

I think it would be cool just to have a base article on all the different LSX platforms and vehicles

[MMMZ/28]

The intake would be cool.... Maybe a couple of budget builds since everyone is always trying to save a buck. Oh and you could use my car.

[Pro Stock John]

I like budget builds. Where are you located?

skywalker, I was going to put together a Quickest stock car article in the near future, discussing the best times run with each car... 4th gen A4; M6... C5Z, regular C5 A4, M6..etc.

[02gtp4now]

I like budget builds. Where are you located?

skywalker, I was going to put together a Quickest stock car article in the near future, discussing the best times run with each car... 4th gen A4; M6... C5Z, regular C5 A4, M6..etc.

i would like to see that list also

[gtorep]

I like budget builds. Where are you located?

skywalker, I was going to put together a Quickest stock car article in the near future, discussing the best times run with each car... 4th gen A4; M6... C5Z, regular C5 A4, M6..etc.

My car is also availible for tech articles, Currently running a ported Fast 90/90 on an 11:8 346, AFR 225'd, LSK cammed, 150 shot M6 GTO. I have all the parts to swap to a Victor Jr. With elbow once the intake is done being ported and the elbow arrives from Aaron at Intakeelbows.com. Im in no hurry to get this done so if you guys want to put something together let me know where and when. I have the parts I just need a tech writer to relay the results?

PM anytime

[Occupational_Hazard]

x2 for the budget builds and best bang for the buck. As pro stock john was saying. Doing dyno comparison and track comparison. Both I'm sure are neither time or cost effective. But would be nice to get active participation from forum members.

[Nine Ball]

Just a note, but we would also consider member contributed articles if they are up to par. We'll even pay you for your articles if they are good enough to publish! Put your creative caps on, dust off the camera, flex those keyboard pounders.

1. Send your idea to John or me about what article(s) you wish to write/shoot.
2. If we approve of the idea, we might ask for some writing/photo background info or examples.
3. Get the green light, get busy.
4. Submit the article, we'll edit/enhance it if needed, and send you a paypal payment. Figure $75-150 for rookies, depending on how in depth and detailed the article is.

[Linxs]

1. a good write up on the different engines LSX,LS1, LS2, LS6, LS3, ect... And real world expected gainns from the common mod (heads, intake, exhaust, ext..)
2. a solid non-bias write up on turbo kits. Pros and cons of each kit. Wheni was looking for information on a turbo kit for my vette i could not find solid non-bias information easily...

[kozak]

A real in depth article on cam's and how they affect performance from the stand point of different lobes, asa, split. Also different cams and their specifications in regards to FI (turbo, supercharger, N2O). Thats my first idea.
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[Pro Stock John]

Kozak, there is a veteran engine builder who I plan to work with to co-write a few engine articles, one of which would be a budget boost engine. But I also want to write an article about cam specificiations.

[MMMZ/28]

I like budget builds. Where are you located?

skywalker, I was going to put together a Quickest stock car article in the near future, discussing the best times run with each car... 4th gen A4; M6... C5Z, regular C5 A4, M6..etc.

About 4 hrs from Chicago. Near Indianapolis.

[CHRIS'S 98 SS]

budget boost engine articles would be nice.

[Pro Stock John]

Okay you sold me, I'll try to have it done for next week Chris.

[Stephen Griner]

I would like to see what a stock L92 would do in a 4th gen fbody 1/4 mile, 1/8 mile, and RWHP... Also maybe what needs to be done to get it in, i.e. any hidden obstructions you may run into.. wiring, dimensions, etc.

[Pro Stock John]

Whem you say L92 you mean an aluminum block engine or iron?

[Stephen Griner]

Like the L92 out of say an escalade(aluminum). I have a friend that just got one for real cheap and he is supposed to put it in a truck but I would think the 6.2L would be awesome in an fbody.

[code4]

I would like to see a new camaro (2010) build up, boltons etc.

[Skill]

I would like to see a new camaro (2010) build up, boltons etc.

I don't think you'll have to wait very long...

[ZR1 DREAMING]

I know the crowd for purchasing the new CTS-V won't be very large but one of those nifty Test Drive Articles on one would be a fun read... provided you can get your hands on one for testing.

[jimmyblue]

There's a ton of need for headers and intake manifold
comparos on the up-and-up (like, tuned-to-peak, even,
by someone with no vested interest). But that's a good
way to piss off N-1 sponsors.

Have three base motors (stock, 224-series cam and LS6
or AFR205 heads, 240-range cam and monster heads.
That way people can relate the results to their own
hardware.

Similarly there's a lot of trash talk and roughly squat for
real data on torque converters. Be nice to do about
half a dozen varieties on a couple of different motors
and show what's too little, too much, just right for
the street, the weekend warrior and the trailer monster.

[Skill]

I know the crowd for purchasing the new CTS-V won't be very large but one of those nifty Test Drive Articles on one would be a fun read... provided you can get your hands on one for testing.

I'm trying to make that happen for you guys! Stay tuned...

[Pro Stock John]

I'm interested in seeing what an L92 or LS3 can do too. Rick Jensen, former editor of GMHTP did an LS3 swap into a 4th Gen MN6 car, and I think he ran low 12's @ 118mph, which sounded pretty good for a stock engine with headers and a CAI.

[Pro Stock John]

Oh, and I'm really interested to see what folks want to see, because I don't mind picking up a project car that might be suitable for a lot of the tests that folks want to see.

[Stephen Griner]

I'm interested in seeing what an L92 or LS3 can do too. Rick Jensen, former editor of GMHTP did an LS3 swap into a 4th Gen MN6 car, and I think he ran low 12's @ 118mph, which sounded pretty good for a stock engine with headers and a CAI.



Maybe my car might become a good testbed for the L92/LS3 swap. Me and a friend are seriously talking it over. He has a shop and dyno where we could do the work/tune it. I will see if I can ever get the money together to do it. He is not a sponsor though so I guess I shouldnt mention his name/shop name huh? What would it take for him to become a sponsor here?

[Rede]

I'm really looking forward to reading some member submitted reviews.

I had a Pacesetter head ache that I could share as well as my first heads and cam install using ls1howto.com's guide... coming from pretty much a noob with very little mechanical experience. :o

No hype, no bs, non biased reviews by real average Joe's... the good, the bad, the y-pipe and missing bolt on the back of the passenger head. :doh:

[Pro Stock John]

Grrrr Pacesetters.

We have advertising rates hosted on the home page.

[Rede]

Grrrr Pacesetters.

Can't say I didn't get what I pair for... infact after getting them tweaked twice, then the torch treatment and sealing them up with a welder... I could almost bought used Kooks or something close to them.

I need to find a sympathetic sponsor who will take these things in on trade... lol :(

[Z Fury]

No hype, no bs, non biased reviews by real average Joe's... the good, the bad, the y-pipe and missing bolt on the back of the passenger head. :doh:
I like that idea too. I'm looking to install my American Racing headers, off-road Y, and Magnaflow catback (among other things), so I could offer up some notes on ease of install and fit, with pictures if necessary, once I install them. Also, I'm a complete :newbie: on these things, so it could be quite entertaining.

[crazboy99]

I would like to see a comparison on suspension components. Something that can hold up to some corners as well as the strip... I'm in the process of getting mine reliable enough for the track, yet drive it on the street often. But That is just one of my ideas.

[jmill96Z]

Here are a couple ideas I would like to see:

A true budget turbo build--You always see guys claiming they make 800 hp on a 347. A detailed cost analysis of what it takes to go to a DIY type of FI setup. I plan on putting my engine in a car for my wife next winter with a basic turbo setup, and would find this extremely helpful.

Also, there could be a nice writeup about setting up suspension for the drag strip. Setting pinion angle, finding instant center, what the purpose of adjustable shocks are, etc. There are tons of theads on every forum with people asking why their car won't hook. This information could, at the very least, give people an understanding as to why they are making changes, and what effect those changes will have on the chassis.

[moregrip]

maybe an LS engine encyclopedia....the various details/differences between them all!

that would be a doozy, maybe more useful as reference material, like an online master spec database of sorts.

[Detoxx]

I'll be a mule for a AFR/TFS comparison. I can also assist in the appearance arena.

[letsrunem]

Product reviews are a great idea... Real world testing/results

Good idea. But the tests have to be done by an independent party, no screwing with the dyno.

[Rede]

I like that idea too. I'm looking to install my American Racing headers, off-road Y, and Magnaflow catback (among other things), so I could offer up some notes on ease of install and fit, with pictures if necessary, once I install them. Also, I'm a complete :newbie: on these things, so it could be quite entertaining.

I wish I would have done more pics durring my heads, cam and LT install for documentation and to post for others newbs like myself who are driving into a motor for the first time.
I go ahead and post us a write up here in the forums :)

[Moparnos (The SLP Guy)]

PSJ i could donate some dyno time to help out if need be.

[**SuperCharged**]

Our dyno is always open as well.

[xpndbl3]

cough carb forum cough cough.

John asked you about it before, let me know if I can be any help in setting up a database/sticky/etc

[RumbleZ]

-Lt1 to LSx swap in a 4th gen fbody would be a very useful article. This is going to be an increasingly popular swap over the next couple years with all the great LS offerings out there. Same for the V6 4th gen Fbody cars really.

I think it would be cool just to have a base article on all the different LSX platforms and vehicles

maybe an LS engine encyclopedia....the various details/differences between them all!

that would be a doozy, maybe more useful as reference material, like an online master spec database of sorts.

Absolutely! I've been thinking for a while this would be a great resource for people. Would be nice to break down what vehicles these different engines are in, what the differences are etc, add wiring diagrams/pinouts for reference and you've got a real winner. Also would be great to tag certain engines with additional information such as *Desirable for budget turbo build* or *desirable for swapping into XXX because of XXX* and things like that. I actually started thinking about this in the turbo forum over at tech, but this would be an excellent resource for swappers in general.

budget boost engine articles would be nice.


A true budget turbo build--You always see guys claiming they make 800 hp on a 347. A detailed cost analysis of what it takes to go to a DIY type of FI setup. I plan on putting my engine in a car for my wife next winter with a basic turbo setup, and would find this extremely helpful.

Agreed! Budget builds are always cool!


Also, there could be a nice writeup about setting up suspension for the drag strip. Setting pinion angle, finding instant center, what the purpose of adjustable shocks are, etc. There are tons of theads on every forum with people asking why their car won't hook. This information could, at the very least, give people an understanding as to why they are making changes, and what effect those changes will have on the chassis.

That would be cool to see too.

I would like to see a new camaro (2010) build up, boltons etc.

with production starting last week, I'm inching closer to the edge of my seat waiting to see what's in store for these cars... Can't wait to see the products start rolling out, people starting to mod them, shops doing builds etc. I know not everyone is a fan of the new car, but I'm sure it goes without saying that many, many people would be interested in anything at all that can be written and shown about the new camaro with regards to modifications and testing.

[Dirt track racer]

i can get my truck on a dyno free any time.. some one supply the parts i could anything. on dozerdans truck were doin a budget all ebay turbo build, just to say that weve done it. if it works, great. if it dont, we'll do somethin else. turbo will be upgraded down the road for sure tho

[AlexTheGreat]

I'd like to see a TFS vs. AFR vs. ETP vs. whatever other aftermarket castings, all using their 205-215cc head on a cammed, stock cube motor. Also possibly all those same companies using their bigger head (225) on a 402-408 stroker motor.

Also would definitely like to see a heads up intake manifold test on a couple different motors... stock cube, stroker, etc.

[latindragons]

I would love to see a couple of swap articles. With specific information with perhaps part numbers (if possible) and stuff like that. Mostly on LS-based engines in other platforms. Or even in LT cars. Just really detailed stuff.

It would be really cool if when other forums or magazines need answers, they reference articles from this site. Just really thought out and well written, detail articles.

[motoo344]

I really hope the tech article section works. It would be nice not having to sift through the search just to come up empty handed. Some people have some really good ideas for our cars and guides on how to do them that could be put up.

Maybe a section listing all the info for the lsx based engines? Maybe that was already suggested or put up.

[Detoxx]

I'd like to see a TFS vs. AFR vs. ETP vs. whatever other aftermarket castings, all using their 205-215cc head on a cammed, stock cube motor. Also possibly all those same companies using their bigger head (225) on a 402-408 stroker motor.

Also would definitely like to see a heads up intake manifold test on a couple different motors... stock cube, stroker, etc.

I'm all for that i'll even volunteer my car.

[chupr0kabra]

I know there are tons of "how to wash/detail your vehicle" articles online, but what about some stuff specific to F-bodies, G8s, Corvettes, LS-powered trucks, etc.? Like any car, they have their unique nooks and crannies (around the turn lamps, the magic self-wetting bumper, that uncleanable triangle behind the windows, etc.), so maybe a detailed article that is model-specific.

Other commonly-asked questions (specific to my interests, of course):


Side by side tire comparisons - Which tires are the stickiest? Which tires do well in rain?
The impact of wheel weight and width on dyno and drag race performance. Are 17x11 wheels/315/35/17 tires really better for drag racing than their 17x9.5 wheels/275/40/17 counterparts, or are they just for show?
Suspension upgrades for dummies. How the suspension works as a system and how changing one component can impact (positively or negatively) the car's handling, ride comfort, and drag race performance.
The right tools for the job. How a properly-equipped garage will save you time and money. What tools should you rent and which ones are "must-own"? Not brands, but functions.
So you want to sell your car. How to price, stage, advertise, and seal the deal.


Those are all I can think of off the top of my head.


-Mike

[NateSpence]

I like the idea of a tech article on camshafts. Explain what would happen when each aspect of the cam is changed, and also an install article.

Also, I think a budget build article would be great because I certainly can't afford an LS3.

[FSTPOON]

Product reviews are a great idea... Real world testing/results

1. a good write up on the different engines LSX,LS1, LS2, LS6, LS3, ect... And real world expected gainns from the common mod (heads, intake, exhaust, ext..)
2. a solid non-bias write up on turbo kits. Pros and cons of each kit. Wheni was looking for information on a turbo kit for my vette i could not find solid non-bias information easily...

A real in depth article on cam's and how they affect performance from the stand point of different lobes, asa, split. Also different cams and their specifications in regards to FI (turbo, supercharger, N2O). Thats my first idea.


+1000 :cheers:

Was thinking about this and saw there was already a thread and my ideas!

[fast377]

How about a DIY paint and body write up? I have some "in process" pics from when I did my third gen. Might help some guys out.

[AlexTheGreat]

I'm all for that i'll even volunteer my car.

I've got both a stroker car and a cam only car and free dyno access for a heads or intake shootout. I'll write the entire article and give the heads & intakes back after all is said and done to. I just want to answer two of the biggest questions facing people who are modifying their LS-based vehicles.

[AlexTheGreat]

I know there are tons of "how to wash/detail your vehicle" articles online, but what about some stuff specific to F-bodies, G8s, Corvettes, LS-powered trucks, etc.? Like any car, they have their unique nooks and crannies (around the turn lamps, the magic self-wetting bumper, that uncleanable triangle behind the windows, etc.), so maybe a detailed article that is model-specific.

Other commonly-asked questions (specific to my interests, of course):


Side by side tire comparisons - Which tires are the stickiest? Which tires do well in rain?
The impact of wheel weight and width on dyno and drag race performance. Are 17x11 wheels/315/35/17 tires really better for drag racing than their 17x9.5 wheels/275/40/17 counterparts, or are they just for show?
Suspension upgrades for dummies. How the suspension works as a system and how changing one component can impact (positively or negatively) the car's handling, ride comfort, and drag race performance.
The right tools for the job. How a properly-equipped garage will save you time and money. What tools should you rent and which ones are "must-own"? Not brands, but functions.
So you want to sell your car. How to price, stage, advertise, and seal the deal.


Those are all I can think of off the top of my head.


-Mike

Those are all great ideas Mike! Like I said before, I have two cars that I can volunteer for any type of testing.

[the right formula]

Here's my suggestion. Two types of articles typically peek my interest.

Budget builds
Step by step modifications, with a dyno run at each stopping point

However, these write ups have really been kinda played out. I know Tony, and I know Tony has had some very original ideas in the past. So, here's my suggestion for something different:

Create a database of users online telling what type of car they have, mods, etc.

You guys go through the rides, or poll the site, and see what you (or the users) would like to see. Could be paint and body, engine related mods, lambo doors on an f-bod (not my personal preference, but it could sell).

Pick someone from that list, sponsor them, let them be involved with the write up, hell even include some background info on the guy/girl.


In turn, you get a healthy write up of what people want to see, and in the end, some dude/chick is gonna be extremely happy walking away with a modified car.



I know it's not as simple as it looks....sponsorships cost a lot of money on your end. But hell, let's face it....you're going to get users on this site pretty quickly if they know they have a chance of getting their car in the spotlight!!


BTW...I would be more than happy to donate my junk for a write up....LSX in a Mopar could be interesting.


Site looks great guys!!

[shiv15]

An array of install articles like ls1howto would be nice. But a much larger selection.

I also like the "must have" tool article idea.

[JosephIV]

I would like to see the build of a cheapie LS1 F-body. It may take sponsor money or possibly donations, but it would be interesting to see your average 98-02 F-body with high mileage get a tune-up, dyno, track runs then teardown and build using budget and used parts.

Keeping the emissions systems in place and leaving the car daily driver capable would be the idea.

I would also like to see an Us vs Them shootout. Invite Vipers, Vettes, F-bodies, 'Stangs, modern Hemi's and Imports. Maybe a track day where a bunch of different vehicles are present so we can see mod for mod how each vehicle stacks up. It would be fun and interesting.

Other than that, cover car buildups and mods in sponsor's garages and the aforementioned parts testing.

[92builtbird]

Another Chevy SB and BB section

[BlackScreaminMachine]

Hey all,

We are wondering what you'd like to see covered in some future articles? I get the sense that there is a strong interest in product reviews for example? What's on your mind?


Aside from complete Sponsor projects of customer cars.

Complete install articles w/ pics and tips. lets say a Wet nitrous kit, 150 shot plate and nozzle and include tips and tricks to keep everything looking like a clean install!

[slowmofo]

I would like to see a sponsored engine on a 98 Trans-Am in Melbourne Florida because the short block I bought ended up ahving a crack in it :p :bash:

Nah, I would really like to see stuff on the new Camaro, and LS3's :drool:

[green28]

I like budget builds. Where are you located?

skywalker, I was going to put together a Quickest stock car article in the near future, discussing the best times run with each car... 4th gen A4; M6... C5Z, regular C5 A4, M6..etc.

Sounds like a good idea. How about you throw in TBSS with AWD and RWD also since you already have a nice article on your TBSS.

[BillyBob750]

XXX Race Fuel Review: I would like to see how this stuff will react in an LSx based vehicle!

A shop here in town is really pushing the stuff. They have a few shop cars, specializing in the late model Nissan stuff.

Without tuning, or anything else, they're bone stock 2009 370Z picked up 14WHP from the fuel alone.

I would really like to see how an LSx car would react from the fuel alone, on a pump gas tune. Then modifying the tune to accommodate the oxygenated fuel.

[Pro Stock John]

Yeah I like cheapie builds too.

I like the idea of sponsoring cars, that would give us access to even more examples.

[JUICED96Z]

Id like to see a MPG build.... yeah it sounds silly but with the amount of trucks and cars having LS based engines it would be popular and with people allways wanting to save money and getting more MPG it would be a great idea I think.

Most people with Escalades, Hummers, trucks, ect are not really wanting to get more power but if someone tested some parts and got a proven MPG increase it would geat a lot of readers.

I know thre is MPG tunes out there for the LS bases some and some have said that alone will get you another 3mpg or so.

Im not talking about an engine tear down and all but more of stuff likes fluids and bolt-ons and tune's.

[maddboost]

Since these vehicles are getting older specifically 4th Gen Fbodies maybe some articles about maintence that should be done as these cars approach 100,000+ miles? Or finding a higher mileage vehicle and doing maintence to return them to their former glory.

[StoleIt]

Kozak, there is a veteran engine builder who I plan to work with to co-write a few engine articles, one of which would be a budget boost engine. But I also want to write an article about cam specificiations.

If you want to use my experiences from the stock ls1 vs t76 slapped on a stock ls1 from my camaro just let me know.

I went from 325rwhp to 444rwhp at 6psi with the TTi street kit.

[ThumperNC24]

I would like to see a comparison on suspension components. Something that can hold up to some corners as well as the strip... I'm in the process of getting mine reliable enough for the track, yet drive it on the street often. But That is just one of my ideas.

I would like to see this too.

Perhaps one set of lowering springs, Strano, BMR, LT1 Pro-Kit. One of those would be my choice. Perhaps even just keep stock springs

With say four different shock combinations to really be able to tell the difference

Koni Sport
KYB AGX
Tokicos
and then a Drag shock like strange, qa1 or afco, something like that.

I would like to get the different impressions on how the car drives on the street, how well it carves corners, and of course, see how well each is capable of hooking at the track using the adjustment advantages of each.

I would also be interested in seeing a sway bar review for handling.

ST
Strano
BMR
Hotchkis?

back to back with everything else left the same.

I am a handling nut, but it seems like everything else is just based toward making power and going fast in a straight line (which is fun) but I want to see all of these handling things too!

[ThumperNC24]

Since these vehicles are getting older specifically 4th Gen Fbodies maybe some articles about maintence that should be done as these cars approach 100,000+ miles? Or finding a higher mileage vehicle and doing maintence to return them to their former glory.

this is another really good idea, a detailed list of everything you should be maintaining, when you should replace it, how often after that, etc.

as well as an approx price guide for these more generic items

[loyolacub68]

Yeah I'd like to see an article where folks swapped on a bone stock FAST, ported FAST, and stock (new) Weiand with no other changes.

Why stop there? What about the BBK and Typhoon intakes? There are some people that swear they make the same HP or better.

[NataSS Inc]

I would like to see this too.

Perhaps one set of lowering springs, Strano, BMR, LT1 Pro-Kit. One of those would be my choice. Perhaps even just keep stock springs

With say four different shock combinations to really be able to tell the difference

Koni Sport
KYB AGX
Tokicos
and then a Drag shock like strange, qa1 or afco, something like that.

I would like to get the different impressions on how the car drives on the street, how well it carves corners, and of course, see how well each is capable of hooking at the track using the adjustment advantages of each.

I would also be interested in seeing a sway bar review for handling.

ST
Strano
BMR
Hotchkis?

back to back with everything else left the same.

I am a handling nut, but it seems like everything else is just based toward making power and going fast in a straight line (which is fun) but I want to see all of these handling things too!


search my old threads on 'tech. tons of info on springs, sways, shocks etc for going fast around corners.

[tavi_ws6]

new car reviews, maybe comps for them against each other, and some articals some badass classics, think bad penny

[Puck]

sonofabitch I lost 10 mins worth of typing and a long ass post of suggestions...apparantly I got logged out after like 5 mins??? :nono: I'll try to rebuild it, here is what I remember...

I know most of this is already available on the web, but its not ours and wont bring people to this site. These are some things I think would be cool to have hosted here.

-Single plain conversion guide and Pros/Cons: Lots of talk on this topic but little real world results. Besides talking about how to actually make the switch, compare any benefits between a popular single plain like a Super Vic to a FAST intake. Vastly different for LTx's and LSx's, but either platform would be an interesting read.
-Engine swaps(imports/compacts): Tons of smallblock powered "tiny" cars being converted. A basic walkthough from someone who did the swap discussing hurdles, fabrication needed, and transmission/rearend setup would be cool.
-Torque Convertor Shootout...LOTS of opinions being posted, but very little hard facts. We all know top dog parts like Neil Chance stalls rock, but a true comparison for the "little guys" between comparable priced stalls from places like Yank, Edge, Vigi, Fuggle, etc would be awesome. Keep the car and driver the same so we can get back to back opinions on each stalls feel(loose/tight), track performance, and how it fares on a dyno. Everyone knows how different Brand A's 3600 can feel compared to Brand B's.
-Aftermarket EFI management: Possible topics could be about retaining gauges, converting to crank triggers, conventional distributors, trimming harnesses, maybe even loading a base tune.
-Carb Conversion: Modern engines are HOT for muscle cars and hotrods now. Many old school owners either do not have the no-how or desire to setup EFI in their show car or drag racer. A carb setup guide would be interesting, and could cover topics like setting up gauges, fuel system differences, etc.
-Introduction to cams: Features of a cam, what the specs mean, common cams, what to look for in a grind. No explanation really needed - not many threads get more hits then anything with the word "Cam" in it :lol:.
-Basic Tuning Tutorial: Could cover simple things like changing injectors, tuning for premium fuel, changing shift points, clearing codes and removing SES lights. No need to get into optimizing VE tables and such, but would be a cool bonus.
-Misc. simple, beginner oriented guides : Detailing/washing/waxing, choosing proper rim offsets/backspacing/widths, "Free Mods", weight reduction guides, Drag racing tutorial(launching, staging, etc), etc. I think these beginner guides will be gold mines and bring in the most hits - look at the different in hits between threads like "Advanced Head Discussion" and "Free Horsepower Mods".

I had a TON more ideas with detailed descriptions, possibilities, and everything, but lost it when I clicked submit :bang:.

I am willing to help with anything if need be, just give me a shout.

[DONAIMIAN]

How about an article on budget solid roller motor :wavey:

[kerryt1]

I think it would be cool to have in-depth articles on content that would have been found in the Advanced Engineering Tech forum...over yonder. Things such as an in depth explanation of camshaft terminology + cause & effect, header / exhaust design, suspension tuning, etc. I realize experts on these subject matters might be harder to come across, but once in a while I think it'd be cool.

I would second the idea of real honest-to-gosh thorough scientific tests of components like intake manifolds, cat-backs, or so-called "cold air intakes". I think there is a potential here to really dispell some myths.

For what it's worth, I am really enjoying the site thus far and I'm sure it will only get better.

[kozak]

How about a GM stock casting shootout. Different manufacturers, different types of the same head. Also I would like to see a database of stock head casting numbers and what they mean (i.e. what car they were on) and what that head is good for, and pros and cons (i.e. boost, n/a, junk).
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[mitchntx]

Oh, and I'm really interested to see what folks want to see


Tires ...

Street, drag and road course.

Back to back testing under the same conditions, using the same car and driver.

[Pro Stock John]

Keep the ideas coming. We've signed up 5-6 photojournalists including folks who freelance or who have done work for major print magazines. We look forward to cranking out more interesting content.

[davidadavila]

Video articles on how to change your cam in a ls1,all modifications and bolt ons......FREE MODS ETC

[Pro Stock John]

Nice thanks.

[Iroc313]

Some of the latest developments in mods for the new G8 and new camaro would be nice.

Maybe also a buyers guide for LSX vehicles?

[HMFDZ28]

Real world product testing is always great... ESP when its not the company that designed it doin the comparison. There has been some great articles on Planet in its short existance... Deff diggin it

[Cobra Commander]

Something like the "real cost of forced induction" thread but for all mods, with labor included.

[HYBRED]

Buyer's guide for purchasing parts off the internet...do's and don'ts and things to watch out for to avoid getting scammed...

A comparison test between exterior colors and interior temperatures...I know an article was posted a while back about a test done with three cars (white, black, and red) and three different tint levels; I'd like to build off that and do a controlled two-variable scientific experiment...