Dart’s new Big M Pro series Big block Chevy engine block brings a number of advancements to the table for hardcore racing engine builders, most notably bigger bores, shorter strokes, and larger cam bores. Join us as we take a closer look at this popular new engine block.
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Maximizing the NOVI 2200 supercharger output will help achieve that goal as the JPC Racing ’11 Mustang shop car has already run 9.34 at 150 mph and cranks out 843 rwhp at 15 psi of boost and 6,600 rpm—any higher resulted in belt slippage. Now with the 8-rib upgrade, the team from JPC went back to the dyno…
Before you swap that LS engine into your project car, you’ll probably want to freshen it up and add more power with a rebuild. Chad Golen, from Golen High Performance Engines, lays out the basics of an LSx rebuild, and gives us tips on core selection, machine work, and areas to keep an eye on during assembly…
When MSD let the world know that they were rolling out a new electronic fuel injection system, we couldn’t wait to get our hot little hands on one. We had the perfect car to test out the system and see if we could bring the car into the Atomic age. Check out our install and testing of MSD’s Atomic EFI kit here.
1,000 horsepower, 91 octane, and reliability are all words that you normally don’t hear together. But that is exactly what we are going for with our 427 cubic inch small block Ford destined for our ’65 Mustang we call “Biting the Bullitt”. Follow along through the entire engine build and engine dyno session!
LSX aftermarket blocks are more popular than ever. We take a look at the latest offerings from GM Performance Parts, Dart, World and RHS – and tell you what you need to know before you go shopping.
Do fasteners and torque methods play a significant role in critical engine measurements. We take a look at how fasteners and torquing methods can affect how well, and how long your engine runs.
All The Tips And Tricks To Get Your First Project Car Up And Running
by Kevin McIntosh
on January 31, 2012
Take a look at what it takes to do some basic maintenance and part replacements for a 40+ year old classic, turning it into a project car you can drive back and forth to the shop. These basic steps will keep your project car running strong and durable until you’re ready to swap the powertrain.
Rebuilding a blown motor may end up being a habit unless you take the time to diagnose the problem. We go to the experts at King Engine Bearings, and MAHLE Clevite to get the straight scoop on the how’s and why’s of bearing replacement.
Project Y2k: Stage 1 & 2 Upgrades from Corvette Central Performance
by Paul Huizenga
on January 12, 2012
In Part 1 of our two-part series, we perform Stage 1 and Stage 2 upgrades from Corvette Central Performance on Project Y2k, our 2000 Corvette. Follow along as we free up trapped horsepower with improved intake and exhaust flow…
Biting the Bullitt ’65 Mustang Update: Installing the Drivetrain
by Mark Gearhart
on January 4, 2012
Our 1,000 horsepower, Paxton supercharged 427ci ’65 Mustang project is really beginning to take shape. With the front and rear suspension installed, we move on to fitting the engine and transmission, along with a few other pieces as we get close to starting it for the first time.
Modern Drag Racing Air Filtration: Should You Run An Air Filter?
by Andrew Wolf
on December 15, 2011
We sat down with a pair of leaders in the racing filtration industry to take a look at the past and current state of air filters in racing. K&N Filters’ Bob Harris and Airaid’s Chris Thomson both shared their viewpoints on the technological advancement of high performance air filters.
In the second installment of our race engine build, we’ll see how the rotating assembly goes together at the skillful hands of Virginia Speed’s Shawn Miller.
We walk you through the entire process of ordering a custom-grind camshaft from COMP Cams. Just like painting a car, ordering a custom grind cam is all about the prep work!
If you’ve ever fussed with a multi-belt design in the past, then hanging the alternator, power-steering pump, and other drive accessories to your GM small-block could prove a bit challenging. We take you step-by-step and show you what’s involved when it comes to installing a Concept ONE Serpentine Kit…
For as long as connecting rod manufacturers the world over have been using blends of aluminum to create lightweight rods, said pieces have lived under constant scrutiny regarding their long-term durability and usefulness, but in this piece, we’re going to turn rumor to myth with the folks at GRP.
Looking for some more power to pull your trailer or just to cruise on the street? Check out our install on Airaid’s latest F-250 air intake system, followed up by a complete dyno test!
At the PRI show in Orlando back in December, Justin Burcham and crew at JPC Racing pulled the wraps off their new cast intake manifold designed for the 2005-2010 three-valve modular engines. They recently supplied us with one of the new intakes so that we could take a more in-depth look at this new piece.
There’s nothing like the look and feel from a Holley double-pumper carburetor. However, just like other mechanical parts, a carb needs periodic rebuilding to keep it metering efficiently. We show you some tips and give the step by step details on how to rebuild one for your mill.
The Big Block Chevy engines of today come in a variety of shapes and styles. While the Mark IV, as introduced in 1965, went through some initial changes, it was not until 1991 that the Mark V engine came to be. Today the Mark V and its brother the Mark VI are great platforms for engine builders.
