Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Are There Benefits of Staggered Rocker Arms?
Why do some engine builders stagger the rocker arms, 1.6 on the intake and 1.5 on the exhaust? Is there any benefit in doing that?G.L. This is a great question and […]
Aww Nuts! (And Bolts. And Studs.) – Understanding Engine Fastener Types & Materials
At first glance, it doesn’t seem like there are a lot of fasteners in an engine. But think again! Looking at it from the carb studs down to the oil […]
2009+ Mopar Gen. III 5.7L Hemi Eagle Engine Guide: Bore & Stroke, Cylinder Heads, Cam Specs & More
When Chrysler announced it was bringing back the legendary Hemi in the early 2000s, it was a big deal. This new series of Hemi engines is often referred to as […]
Fueling Around: How to Pick the Right Mechanical Fuel Pump Pushrod for a High Performance Engine
The mechanical fuel pump pushrod is a pretty simple device. It joins a lobe on the camshaft (or an eccentric) to a lever on the fuel pump. As the engine […]
How to Read a Cam Card to Understand Camshaft Specs
The world of high performance engines can be a very confusing place, where terms and specifications seem to be full of obscure references that appear to make no sense. But […]
Ask Away with Jeff Smith: How to Choose the Right Pushrod Length for Taller Lifters on a Big Block Chevy 454
I’ve got a 454 big-block Chevy that I’ve installed a hydraulic roller cam which also meant I had to also use taller hydraulic roller lifters. With it all bolted back […]
2003-08 Mopar Gen. III 5.7L Hemi Engine Guide: Bore & Stroke, Cylinder Heads, Cam Specs & More
When Chrysler announced it was bringing back the legendary Hemi in the early 2000s, it was a big deal. This new series of Hemi engines is often referred to as […]
Exploring Growth Potential: Trick Flow Performance Upgrades to a 5.0L Ford Explorer Engine
To start things off, head on over to your local junkyard and snatch up a fresh 5.0L Mustang engine. …Wait, what’s that you say? This isn’t the late 1990s (or […]
Project Ram (Episode 5): 5.7L Hemi Engine & Exhaust Bolt-On Performance Upgrades for Summit Racing’s 2020 Ram 1500 Big Horn Pickup Truck
With some aggressive style upgrades and a mild lift kit, Summit Racing’s 2020 Ram 1500 Big Horn looks plenty tough. So to ensure Project Ram has the off-road performance to […]
Budget Big Block Chevy Street Torque!
You’ve got to love the Chevy big block for its raw ability to make aggressive amounts of bone-crushing torque without breaking a sweat. It also loves high-revving horsepower, giving you […]