MSD Ignition Coil vs Stock: Worth it or not?
You’d be surprised at the number of people who have asked me this exact question: Is it worth it to go for MSD ignition coils over stock? Most often it’s a Mustang, Charger, or a ‘Vette owner, like ~80% of the time. As long as you run performance boosts, it’s worth it...
Beck Arnley vs Moog Aftermarket Parts: A Guide
Sometimes, you just can’t afford a $100+ bucks OEM ball joint. We’ve all been there. Cheaper aftermarket alternatives come in handy, especially in the current tough economy. Beck/Arnley and MOOG both provide good value suspension replacements. Here’s a fact many...
Skyjacker vs Rough Country: Lift Kits, Shocks & Steering Dampers
A few weeks ago we discussed this with a friend who slaps a 6'' lift on every new truck he gets. Why did RC become so popular over the past 15ish years? And why did Skyjacker lose some recognition? We think it’s more about successful marketing than a decline in...
799 vs 243 Heads: A Proper Explanation
You should’ve been there. Late 00s, Vette discussion boards...and the everlasting 799 vs 243 cylinder heads discussions. No joke, some of the threads would get hundreds of replies with theories as wild as they can get. Until eventually the mystery got solved, of...
TRQ vs KYB Struts: Which Is Better For What
Over the past ~5 years, TRQ gained some popularity in the entry-level aftermarket suspension niche. Obviously, comparisons to established brands were bound to happen. In this case, we’ll be looking at TRQ vs KYB struts. The main consideration is which KYB struts...
KYB Round-Up: Gas-A-Just vs MonoMax vs Excel G Shocks
You’d be surprised how often I get asked about these three shocks and their differences. I mean, it’s expected - each of them is considered a KYB flagship product. People don’t compare MonoMax to Excel G, they’re too different. However, I do get queries about KYB...
