The cost of even mild high performance engines is escalating—along with everything else in this post-Covid world. Even the traditional small block Chevy crate engines are no longer as kind […]
Whenever you build or rebuild an engine, there’s always a wee bit of anxiety before you fire it up for the first time. If everything goes according to plan—all of […]
What kind of cleaning solution works best for getting the cylinder walls clean before final engine assembly? I’ve heard lots of stories of different homemade solutions and I was interested […]
Columbus, Ohio – Chrome bumpers, candy paint, and 20 inch wheels are nice and all, but c’mon—the real magic of a car show like the Goodguys Summit Racing Nationals resides under […]
I’ve heard that gas ports drilled into pistons for race engines could also be used for hot street engines but that they don’t work very well because eventually the ports […]
Moving into a new shop (garage/workspace/cave) can prove to be mix of exhilaration and drudgery. On one hand, you’ll experience this brand new or new-to-you blank open space canvas—something fresh […]
An air intake system can be one of the most commonly overlooked aspects of an EFI engine swap—particularly for the GM LS swap crowd. And depending on your setup, you […]
Look, we like a nice exhaust rumble as much as any gearhead. Problem is, our passengers may not. And if we’re being perfectly honest, sometimes it’s nice to quiet things […]
Cylinder head gaskets have certainly evolved over the years. We’ve gone from steel to composite to graphite and finally back to steel (at least something similar to steel) again. And […]
Improper vehicle alignment can lead to a handful of serious problems—including rapid, uneven tire wear, bad handling, compromised braking performance, poor steering, and more. Check out this infographic to learn […]