There’s No Replacement for Displacement… or is There?
Since imports have hit the scene, people have been developing and working hard at increasing the output of a smaller cubic inch engine.
Engine Oiling
I recently encountered a problem with one of my street rods that forced me to think objectively about engine oils, oil pressure and engine lubrication.
Fantasy Engine Build
New this year, Engine Builder magazine is giving you the chance to build your fantasy engine! Decide whether you want to build a domestic performance, performance diesel or import engine, and then pick your dream parts from more than 20 categories to really make your engine shine. Once you’ve built your engine, enter it and
The Race Engine Challenge Winning Small Block Ford
Greg Brown of Hammerhead Performance Engines knew he was going to build a small block Ford to compete in the Race Engine Challenge, and it would feature his specially designed Hemi heads.
Pistons & Rings Update
While piston materials and designs have evolved over the years to compensate for higher pressures and heat expansion, selecting a piston that is optimized for combustion chamber conditions can be challenging because there are so many variables to consider.
Endurance Race Engine Market
Whether the race is based on time (24 hours, 12 hours, 6 hours) or distance (500 miles, 1000 kilometers), endurance racing events remain a unique challenge in motorsports. It is the ultimate test of man and machine, with engine durability playing a substantial role.
E3 Returns as Sponsor of NASCAR’s Pro Series & Pinty’s Series
E3 will return as Pole Award sponsor this year for all 13 NASCAR® Pinty’s Series (NPS) races and the NASCAR K&N Pro Series.
Hot Shot’s Secret Adrenaline Transmission Fluid and Gear Oil
Hot Shot’s Secret has broadened its Adrenaline Racing product line to include Adrenaline Racing Transmission Fluids (available in Multi-Vehicle ATF and Nano Shift) and Adrenaline Racing Gear Oils (available in R9, R11 and R14).
Holley STS Turbo Intercoolers, Wastegates, Blow-Off Valves and Air Filters
Holley has released several new STS Turbo products – direct-fit intercoolers, wastegates, blow-off valves, air filters, and air-filter wraps.
MAHLE PowerPak Piston Kit for Wissota B-Mod Engines
Featuring MAHLE Motorsport’s lightweight yet strong, low drag slipper skirt forging, dual coatings and precision ring grooves for maximum sealing and power, this new PowerPak is approved for Wissota 347-360 cubic inch engines.
Big Block Chevy Nitrous Engine
Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, TRE Racing Engines survived a shop fire three years ago, and is now back to building top-notch drag racing engines like this big block Chevy nitrous engine for X275 drag radial racing. Click to find out what the shop went through to survive disaster, and how this engine came together.
Engine Builder Team Is a Well-Oiled Machine
This time of year, the pressure is incredible. Put up or shut up. Leave it all out on the field. Insert your own dramatic cliche here. No, I’m not talking about football, racing or any other sport – I’m talking about the pressure on a magazine editor to write the perfect end-of-the-year column. The stuff
Race Engine Challenge Resets Charlotte Dyno Dates
In order to accommodate the schedules of builders and technical presenters, the staff at the Race Engine Challenge (REC) has moved the date of the second annual American Iron 2-valve Shootout Race Engine Challenge presented by VP Racing Fuels and Lubricants forward two weeks, to the week of September 16-19, 2019. “We’ve listened to our engine builders and by
AMSOIL Expands Partnership with Seehorn Rally Team
Jeff Seehorn and Karen Jankowski of Seehorn Rally Team announced AMSOIL has expanded its partnership with the team for 2019. After a rewarding 2018 season together, AMSOIL will be title sponsor for the team this season.
Denny Hamlin Becomes Two-Time Daytona 500 Champion
Denny Hamlin, now a two-time DAYTONA 500 champion after winning Sunday’s 61st running of “The Great American Race,” was honored on Monday morning during the annual Champion’s Breakfast in Daytona International Speedway’s Bill France Room.
393 cid Small Block Ford Engine with Hemi Heads
Greg Brown of Hammerhead Performance Engines is no stranger to engine building or to engine dyno competitions. When he got the invite to compete in the inaugural Race Engine Challenge last fall, he immediately started planning out a winning engine combination. The result was this 393 cid small block Ford featuring Brown’s specially designed Hemi heads. Find out what else went into this strong build and how he faired in the Race Engine Challenge.
Cloyes Hex-A-Just Cam Degreeing Process
Cody Smith from Cloyes explains the step-by-step method to properly degree a camshaft and the advantage of the infinitely adjustable Hex-A-Just system as a part of that process. A Cloyes Hex-A-Just set paired with Cloyes’ Z-Racing chain is the top choice for processional racers seeking to optimize engine performance.
Lucas Oil to Remain Title Sponsor of Season Opening ARCA Race at Daytona
Lucas Oil, which has served as the race sponsor for the season opener to the ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards at Daytona International Speedway since 2009, announced a multi-year extension with the “World Center of Racing” to continue to serve as the title sponsor.
Starrett and Roush Yates Engines Renew Partnership
Roush Yates Engines has announced it reached a multi-year partnership extension agreement with L.S. Starrett Co., a leader in metrology tools and equipment. Starett, located in Athol, MA, has been an official partner of Roush Yates Engines since 2016.
LIQUI MOLY Enters Formula 1
The German oil and additive specialist is investing millions in the racing series in order to boost its sales.
