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Electronic Fuel Injection for the Masses

There’s no way to sugar coat it. Unless you’ve got a rock-solid niche business in building vintage engines, chances are you’ll need to become an expert with EFI products and how to tune engines with these systems.

Are Carburetors Dead?

The carburetor market has evolved right along with the ever-changing technology that surrounds it, driven by the need to stay relevant and remain a viable option for those looking to win races.

Talking Gaskets and Seals with the Pros

Modern engines have taken us a long way from traditional gasket and seal design, and advancements in the technology and composition of rubber as well as advancements in molding processes have brought sealing capabilities to a new level.

Monster Truck Engines & the Laws of Physics

These 1,500 horsepower trucks break the laws of physics at every show by launching 12,000 lbs. 40 feet in the air and performing mind-blowingly outrageous stunts and acrobatics.

Choosing an Automatic Transmission for Your LS Swap

Here’s a list of the main players and a quick rundown of GM’s transmission timeline, all suitable for an LS engine.

An Engine Builders Tools: Micrometers

A micrometer is considered one of the most accurate measuring tools there is. What makes this so is that the measurement and the reading are on the same axis and the anvil is supported by a very rigid frame.

LS Engines, They’re So Hot Right Now

The LS engine remains one of the most used platforms for racing and performance applications, whether it’s street/strip, drag racing, off-road racing or even marine.

LS Engine Parts Selection

People in the aftermarket thought that the SBC could never be replaced, but in the eyes of many hot rodders and engine builders, the heir to the throne is the LS platform.

Street Vs. Race Oil

With all of the different motor oils on the market for every conceivable engine type and configuration, how does one possibly make sense of it all and choose a product that produces the desired results?

2019 Buying Behavior Study

This research study, now in its third year, profiles engine builders’ buying behavior as it pertains to engine parts and equipment.

Boring & Honing in the Digital Age

Engine builders have as many preferences for the way they machine and build their engines as a baker does for making dough.

Calibration Tools – A Measure of Success

It’s all about precision and accuracy, and you rely on your tools and equipment to attain the critical accuracy you need for the quality your customers depend on.