Car Guy Confessions With Jeff Smith – Bangshift’s Chad Reynolds and LS Swap Book Author Jefferson Bryant Steal The Show!

This one was really fun. Our friends Marcel and Jason, the guys behind Auto Revolution and their Car Guy Confessions, Influence and Impact, and several other podcasts, invited me and our friend...

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How Much Horsepower Does An Engine Driven Cooling Fan Really Take From Your Engine?

We tested alternators, engine driven fans, and other accessories on the dyno years ago and I can tell you that most of the accessories on the front of your engine take very little power to turn under...

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HIGH FLYING FORMULA OFFROAD RACING FROM ICELAND’s HELLA 2026! COURSE 2 RACING ACTION

If you are new around there then you might not know that we seriously dig Formula Off-Road racing here at BANGshift.com. This is high flying, loud, and intense racing that involves what look to be...

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Why Is Torx So Bad And So Good At The Same Time? Testing Torx Bits And Explaining How They REALLY Work.

Anyone that works on cars and trucks is familiar with Torx fasteners and bits, as are anyone who’s done any DIY, deck, fence, or construction projects in recent years. There are some big...

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FJ40 Land Cruiser Custom Fabrication: Custom Fender Flares Built For Punishment! Truly Custom Fabrication.

Shannon is back at the fab work on the FJ40, with the rear bumper done, it’s time for fender flares. But these aren’t just any flares, as they will tie into the bumper out back for...

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Marketplace Find: This Survivor 1985 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 Is Big Block Powered Gold! Big Block, TH400, 3.73, And 68K miles!

Wow what a score this one will be for someone. With less than 70,000 miles on the odometer, and interior and paint that look near mint, this big block 2500 Suburban will make a great family cruiser...

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Pulling Action Coverage: The Piedmont 300 Was A Rocking Good Time – Killer Trucks!

(Words and photos by David Whealon) – Pullin’ season is in full swing and we were on hand again for this year’s running of the Peidmont 300. Located in Winston Salem, NC at the Dixie...

TV’s “Diesel Brothers” Being Sued By Utah Doctors For Modifying Diesel Trucks

A group of Utah doctors is planning on suing the guys from the Diesel Brothers television show because they claim that the guys have illegally modified vehicles and are harming the environment....

This 1974 Rokon Trailbreaker Is A Two Wheel Drive Moto-Tractor We Want To Own

The Rokon Trailbreaker is a true American legend. These things have been produced in New Hampshire for somewhere on the order of 50 years and the company is still going strong today. Essentially the...

Did You Realize That Old Step Vans Are Cheap? Check Out This 1960 Ford

Step Vans, Milk Vans, Bread Vans, Delivery Vans, whatever you want to call them, we’ve all seen then laid out at some car show all done up super cool and said “Man it would be kick ass to...

This plane’s engine failure and belly landing might give you a bit of anxiety

Engine failures in race cars run the gamut of emotion from spectacular to crushing to scary, especially if there’s fire involved. Whatever else happens with a car, a failed engine still allows the...

Full Pacific Coast Diesel Nationals Video Coverage Right Here!

This past weekend, our friends from Diesel TV did an awesome job streaming the entire Pacific Coast Diesel Nationals from Woodburn Dragstrip and we’ve got it all right here for you to...

This 1978 Dodge Dreamer D300 Pickup Could Be The Bitchin Tow Rig You Need

Mopar guys have permission to drool. We don’t see these very often, but when we do they always seem to bring a smile to our faces. Maybe that’s why they called them Dreamers. This one in...

This 1974 Dodge D300 Flatbed Is Perfection! This Black Beauty Looks Ready To Either Show Or Work!

When it comes to trucks, I am actually pretty easy to figure out: manual transmissions, large V8 or diesel, single-cab, dually, and if possible, a flatbed. I like my trucks ready to work. Nothing...

This Motorcycled Engined Riding Lawn Mower Is Completely Awesome And We’d Probably Die On It

Given the chance to drive this creation, I’d gladly hand the keys to Chad. Why? Because nothing would give me more joy than to see him, with a big smile on his face, beard flapping in the...

Watch This Huge Russian Truck Pull A Load Of Logs Out Of The Woods And Through The Muck Like A Mechanical Mule

This is one of those rare occasions that we run video from Russia that does not include a beating, a car accident, or some other incredible form of automotive failure. In this video we get a look at...

This Lifted Crew Cab Beast Could Be Yours. Perfect End Of Days Bugout Rig

The end of the world is coming. Or so the preppers say, which means we’re all going to need some kick ass bugout vehicle that can haul our loved ones, pets, and all the gear we’ll need to...

Super, Indeed! Ford Releases New 2017 Super Duty Power And Capability Numbers – They Are HUGE

Just when you thought that the pickup power wars had reached critical mass, Ford has assured that they are a long way from over. Just days ago, the company announced the power levels and capability...

Mega Trucks On The Motocross Track? Hell Yes! High Flyin’ Monsters Always Rule!

Whoever thought this one up, bravo…congratulate and treat yourself, you deserve it. During the Pro Mega X event at Florida Track and Trails, mega trucks were allowed to test out the motocross...

2016 Nissan Titan XD PRO-4X: We Drive The Cummins V8 Powered Rig On and Off Road

(Photos by Dave Nutting) – If there is a bigger truck story in 2016 than the launch of the all new Nissan Titan, we’re not sure what it is. Nissan has pushed all of their proverbial...