ETC (Education Technology Consultants)-E.T. Calculator
www.etcracingprograms.com
In addition to offering some really trick engine building software that guys like Reher-Morrison helped to design and program, ETC has a quick and easy e.t. estimator on their site. Just input your car's weight and estimated horsepower and it'll tell you how fast you can go. These guys are very computer and racecar literate, but they still have a phone too. So if your computer crashes, you can always call them at: (888) 576-6153.
Federal-Mogul-Engine Sealing Tips
www.federal-mogul.com/felpro
Even the best gaskets can't do their job if the engine is not prepped for proper sealing. Federal-Mogul owns Fel-Pro so any Fel-Pro gaskets tips and info you'll need will be on this site. If you can't click, call: (800) 325-8886.
GMPP-Service reminders
www.gmgoodwrench.com/dhtml/mygw/mygw_reminder.shtml
Have trouble remembering when it's time to change your oil? General Motors' web site can be your personal assistant and remind you electronically when the oil's due. It can also help you plan your recommended service so you won't be stuck trying to get your trans fixed the day before your vacation. Sorry, if you want someone to call and remind you, that's what spouses are for.
KB-Silvolite-Calculators, Cool Engine and Nitrous Tech
www.kb-silvolite.com
This site is an engine builder's best friend. There's just about every complicated mathematical formula you'll need, like compression ratio, deck clearance, ring end gap, and so much more to help build your engine on this site before you ever have to turn a wrench. There's also tons of technical how-to stuff and tips. If you web service is down, give them a ring: (702) 882-7790.
M.A.D. Enterprises-Electrical Tech
www.madelectrical.com
Wiring a car can make you really mad. We don't think that's where they got their name from, but M.A.D. Enterprises web site sure can keep you sane when you've spaghetti on the brain. Check out their tons of electrical and shop tips or call Mark at: (559) 539-7128 he'd love to talk to you.
Mike's Hot Rod Page-Casting Numbers and Engine Tips
home.isoa.net/~mharrisj/tech.html
We found this page kind of by accident, but it's book marked as one of our favorites now. Mike has done his homework and offers all kinds of great info. There's also lots of Chevrolet casting number ID's for those of you wondering what parts you've already got.
MSD Ignition-Ignition Troubleshooting
www.msdignition.com
Anytime something goes wrong with an engine, the part most often blamed, but least likely to be the cause is the ignition box. It's probably because that box holds some sort of mystical spell over its owner. MSD offers troubleshooting tips to get past this urban legend and prove once and for all that the box is not always to blame. Of course, they've also got guys on the phone that'll tell you the same thing at: (915) 857-5200.
RC Engineering-EFI Tech
www.rceng.com
This site has tons of useful EFI system tech, especially the formulas necessary for calculating things like: proper injector size, fuel flow rates, and potential power with your injectors. They can also be reached on a land line at: (310) 320-2277.
Racetech-EFI/Turbo Tips
www.sdsefi.com
Having trouble tuning that new EFI system? This site can help with its sample fuel maps and tons of other useful info. They're in Canada and also sell what they build so give them a call at: (403) 274-0154