Sweet Manufacturing is dedicated to delivering the steering products that our customers need to gain a competitive advantage. Because of this, we’re continually performing research in an attempt to perfect them. Whether you’re interested in reading about our history in the racing industry or you’re aiming to learn more about how we manufacture, market, and test our products, you’ll find a wealth of information in the articles below.
At a Glance: Quick release steering wheels are specialized racing components that allow drivers to rapidly remove and attach steering wheels using a hub-based locking mechanism. They come in various types, including 3-bolt, 6-bolt, and hex-drive systems, each offering different benefits for racing applications. Quick release steering wheels allow race car drivers to have…
Sprint Car Racing: Safety with Sweet In sprint car racing extreme speeds, tight tracks, and intense competition push both drivers and machines to their limits, meaning safety is absolutely paramount. These miniature but mighty cars are designed for performance, but the very characteristics that make them so fast–explosive acceleration, responsive handling, and minimal weight–also make…
Table of Contents Core Components and Their Functions Performance and Maintenance Steering Columns for Racing Find Racing Steering Columns at Sweet Manufacturing At a Glance: A steering column is an essential component that connects your steering wheel to the steering mechanism, transferring your directional inputs to the wheels. The main components include the steering…
Table of Contents Core Steering System Components Performance Optimization and Tuning Maintenance and Inspection Protocol Find the Right Racing Steering Components with Sweet Manufacturing At a Glance: A racing steering system consists of five critical components: the steering box/rack and pinion, power steering pump, steering shaft, tie rods, and steering wheel quick release. These…
Table of Contents Understanding Rack and Pinion Basics Maintenance and Optimization Racing-Specific Applications Check Out Sweet Manufacturing’s Racing Rack and Pinion Parts At a Glance: A rack and pinion is the primary steering system found in most modern passenger vehicles, converting the rotational motion of your steering wheel into the side-to-side movement of your…
Table of Contents The Anatomy of a Sprint Car Types of Sprint Cars & Classification Track Types & Characteristics Sprint Car Safety & Techniques Find Sprint Car Components with Sweet Manufacturing The Short Answer: Sprint car racing is a high-powered form of dirt or pavement track auto racing featuring purpose-built race cars often with…
Table of Contents Understanding Power Steering Systems Power Steering Fluid Maintenance Factors That Might Affect Power Steering Maintenance Needs Signs Your Power Steering Fluid Needs to Be Changed Racing Vehicle Considerations for Power Steering Trust Sweet Manufacturing for Your Racing Power Steering Needs The Short Answer: Power steering fluid should be changed every 30,000-50,000…
Table of Contents Understanding Race Car Rack and Pinion Systems Critical Bad Rack and Pinion Symptoms Common Causes of a Bad Rack and Pinion Maintenance and Prevention Strategies Trackside Inspection Methods When to Replace a Rack and Pinion Set Yourself Up for Success When pushing your race car to its limits, your steering system…
With build season upon us and racing just around the corner it’s time to think about a vital part of your power steering system: The Power Steering Pump. The pump drives the power steering system, and not all are created equal. The demand required from the power steering pump depends on the vehicle. It also…
Sprint car racing is a high-octane sport where every fraction of a second counts. So, to stay ahead of the competition, you need the highest quality steering components. Sweet Manufacturing, Inc. has been the leader in Sprint car steering for over 15 years. What Do We Offer? Sprint Car Steering Gear We started with a…
Sweet Manufacturing offers a great way to race on a budget through our scratch and dent / rebuilt parts inventory. With temperatures rising and summer fast approaching, our team will help you find what you need fast. We provide professionally remanufactured and rebuilt parts as well as slightly blemished and NOS racing parts for any…
If you have ever wondered why steering a car can be so easy when they are relatively heavy, you have the benefits of power steering to thank. Given the invention of the first automobiles happened in the late 1800’s, power steering systems have a similarly long history, with some of the first examples being made…
As we enter into spring, the build season wrapping up, ice breakers and summer events coming up fast you don’t want to wait to get what you need. Whether you are running a dirt late model, modified, sprint car, stock car, asphalt late model or east coast mod. Sweet Manufacturing’s sales team helps customers find…
Regular maintenance and repair are an inevitable and necessary part of the racing and performance industry. It is important to trust this to maintenance professionals and technicians. The power steering box provides a variety of functions including faster gear reduction for a more aggressive turning vehicle and hydraulic assist to provide the necessary amount of…
If you have visited the website for Sweet Manufacturing, Inc. recently, then you may have noticed that we have a brand new look! Alongside this update in appearance, our new site also offers an extensive online store of racing parts that customers may browse through. Whether you regularly utilized our site before or occasionally visited…
