Adding Power With LS Components
Lucky for engine builders and those looking to get engines built, the aftermarket is loaded with options for LS engines due to the platform’s popularity.
LS Engine Swap Tips
The LS was almost purposely designed for engine swapping. Today, a fledgling industry is built around LS swapping and aftermarket parts vendors ready to support them.
GM 6.6L LT Iron Block Engine
The build consists of a 416 cid iron block LT engine, capable of making 2,000 horsepower in a forced induction application. This is a combination becoming extremely popular for high output (1,500+ hp) engines in the latest model GM vehicles.
Making the Most of LS Cylinder Heads
There’s a million ways to alter cylinder heads for better power, so we spoke with a few cylinder head manufacturers about their LS offerings in the market, why LS heads are so hungry for horsepower and ways you can maximize their efficiency and power potential.
Shop Solutions January 2021
QUICK DRILL CLAMP A very handy drill press clamp set can be made in about 15 minutes from 1˝ angle iron, two carriage head bolts (they fit the t-slots), a couple valve guides for spacers, and two wing nuts. It has a wide operating range and is very quick and easy to adjust or remove
Facts About Fasteners
Though fasteners are often taken for granted, using quality, high-performance studs and bolts can provide engine builders with important insurance toward long-term reliability.
Engine Bearing Supplier Q&A
It’s hard to believe that such small shell-shaped parts can be in charge of so much in the life of an engine, but that’s just the way it is.
America’s Best Engine Shops 2020
With proven, custom engine builds, in-house manufactured engine components and a drive to increase and better D&J Precision Machine, it’s no wonder the shops has been named one of America’s Best Engine Shops.
America’s Best Engine Shops 2020
As Late Model Engines closes in on 20 years in business, the shop continues to showcase quality machining, components and engines for the ultimate in performance, and for that, Engine Builder congratulates Late Model Engines on being the 2020 America’s Best Engine Shop in the Race category.
America’s Best Engine Shops 2020
With three generations running the show, the ability to build any engine that comes in the door, and a great presence on social media, Precision Engine Machine always offers quality engine work.
Tips For Selecting Performance Connecting Rods
There are two major categories for manufacturing connecting rods – forged and billet. There are a few options for materials, each has advantages and disadvantages.
Shop Solutions – December 2020
Before machining, remember “Proper Planning Prevents Piss Poor Performance,” and Murphy’s Law will have less of a chance to get you.
