As we prepare our e30 BMW 325i for this weekend's race at Summit Point, it's crazy to think how far we've come and how much we've learned from our first three races. Our little e30 has raced for 47...
The Elevate upper intake manifold is a great addition for anyone building a P1 Volvo for maximum performance. The cast aluminum construction is better engineered for high boost setups and allows air to flow faster and smoother. Elevate's design includes port-matched outlets which perfectly mate...
I recently acquired an Audi A6 Avant and one of the first things I noticed was the Air Conditioning system was not functioning. I checked the refrigerant level and it was low so I charged the system, got the air functioning and uncovered a new issue. The A/C condenser fan was not functioning. On...
If your reservoir on your 450SL is original or close to it, it will be filled with a considerable amount of crud. This crud should be cleaned out and carefully. While it might appear just as easy to purchase a new reservoir, everyone I contacted in the U.S. are out of stock. While they are...
What a crazy weekend! Nate Vincent and I entered an 18-hour race at a track we'd never been to, with just the two of us driving, and only FCP's own Gareth Foley on crew duties. Most teams have at least three drivers and a handful of crew, but this weekend we had to deal with the cards we were...
I spotted my beloved disaster sitting on a rural used lot instead of ancient pickups and rusted out Jeeps. “$600 Bad Transmission” was scrawled on the windshield in white paint pen. Truth in advertising. The 1992 525i Wagon’s body was good, but the paint was awful. The engine fired right up,...
Eventually you will more than likely need to remove your fan and fan shroud from your Mercedes 450SL. It is not difficult but does require removing a number of items to accomplish the task. To get started, a little coolant will need to be drained from the radiator via the drain plug at the...
Is there really a difference between Genuine, OE, OEM, and Aftermarket parts? The short answer is YES! Since not all parts are created equally, how should you decide on what to buy? Let's break it down. Genuine Parts Simply stated, these are parts that were originally installed during production...
Without the proper cooling of an intercooler, turbo cars are at risk for heat sink which can hurt performance and also cause serious engine problems. If you live in a colder climate, the stock intercooler may be sufficient for a mild power build. However, the stock intercooler has also proven...
Just why is it that when the job is almost done more goes wrong. Well, that’s life when you are working on a 1975 that sat for years in the desert—things disintegrate. I truly was excited to do one final check of the 1975 Mercedes 450SL in preparation of starting it next week after nearly a...