Dart Machinery Acquired by Race Winning Brands; Keating Returns as President
Race Winning Brands, Inc. (RWB), a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, LLC has acquired Dart Machinery, LTD (Dart), a performance industry leader and manufacturer of high-performance engine blocks, cylinder heads, and intake manifolds. Dart’s founder, Richard Maskin, will continue to play a leading role within the organization as a partner and Chairman of Research &
Dart SHP LS Next PRO Block
Dart Machinery continues the evolution of the LS Next platform by releasing the all-new SHP LS Next PRO block. Designed for high performance applications, the SHP LS NEXT PRO block is the ideal starting point for drag race, circle track, off-road, and high performance marine.
Dart’s Maskin Inducted Into Michigan Motor Sports Hall of Fame
Among this year’s inductees into the Michigan Motor Sports Hall of Fame is Dart Machinery founder Richard Maskin. Following his success as a drag racer, crew chief and engine builder, Maskin went on to establish Dart as a leader in race engine components manufacturing.
Dart Pro1 Big-Block Cylinder Heads
Despite having been on the market for decades Dart’s Pro1 big-block cylinder heads receive constant upgrades. In fact, this is the essence of their universal appeal—their development never ends. Originally introduced in 1982, David Reher of Reher Morrison says, “There is nothing that compares with the Pro1. They have been the best bang for the
Dart Machinery Introduces Aluminum ‘LS Next’ Block
One year after revealing its remarkable cast iron LS Next engine block, Dart Machinery reduces its mass and announces an aluminum counterpart. Created from the finest casting materials and weighing 107 lbs, the LS Next was the first aftermarket block to comprehensively address high-performance troubles in the original equipment LS power unit. Laden with innovations,
DARTON SLEEVES: How Cylinder Sleeves are Produced
Darton International was incorporated in 1978 with a goal of becoming a premier manufacturer of automotive speed equipment parts. In pursuit of this objective lead the founders to establish manufacturing relationships with unique European factories specializing in products and techniques which would harmonize with Darton’s potential customers. Darton initially selected two groups of products to
NHRA Champ John Force To Visit with Darton Sleeves at PRI Show
Force will share stories on his career and the sport of drag racing at Darton Sleeves’ booth #2301 John Force, 15 time world NHRA Funny Car Champion, will be appearing at the Darton Sleevesbooth, #2301, at the Performance Racing Industry(PRI) trade show in Indianapolis, Friday December 13, 2013 from 2 to 4 PM, to talk about his career,
Dart University: Oiling Systems
Kevin Byrd from Two Guys Garage explains the advanced oiling systems of Darts blocks. Company: Dart Machinery www.dartheads.com
Dart Offers Hot Summer Cash Rebate Program
Customers who buy a qualifying Dart short block or top-end kit may be eligible to receive a cash rebate of up to $450. Dart Machinery recently launched its Summer Savings Cash Rebate campaign that will run until September 30. Offer valid for the following products: • $250 Cash Rebate on Dart Short blocks: p/n 0311xxxx
Dart Billet Blocks and Heads
Get an inside look at the process behind the creation of Dart’s legendary billet aluminum engine blocks and cylinder heads. These ultra-strong, incredibly lightweight components are the power plants behind some truly eye popping racing engines. Company: Dart Machinery www.dartheads.com
Engine Pro, Dart and FAST Share Top Tech News with Michigan Engine Builders
Founder and president of Dart Corporation, Richard Maskin, was among the presenters at the March 27 seminar held at the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners, MI. Maskin told the 100 attendees that one key component in achieving maximum engine power is to focus on cylinder wall finish to maximize ring sealing capabilities.
Dart to Sponsor Black Rock
Dart Machinery’s CanAm challenge will include three back-to-back Friday,Saturday programs inside the standard weekly programs at each of thesetracks. “Dart has been involved with the BRP CanAm Late Model Series for sevenyears and this is simply an extension of that program," said Dart’s Bud Keating. "We at Dart areexcited that the BRP CanAm late model
Final Wrap: Crystal Balls, Darts And Other Ways Not To Set Rates
I never jumped off a bridge when I was a kid. None of my friends did, either, come to think of it, but that never stopped my dear mother from cautioning me against it. I’m sure your mother said basically the same thing. No matter what you wanted to do because someone else told you
540 cid Supercharged Big Block Chevy Engine
Born without arms, Matt Stutzman, aka the Armless Archer, has excelled at competitive archery. Now, he’s turning his focus to another passion – drag racing. Looking to go 200 mph in the 1/8th mile, Matt runs a Top Sportsman drag car with a supercharged big block Chevy engine. Check it out!
Race Winning Brands to Implement Unilateral Retail Pricing Policy
The transition to a Unilateral Retail Pricing Policy reflects Race Winning Brands’ commitment to quality and reputation of its products.
Twin-Turbo 572 cid Big Block Chevy Engine
Bryant Goldstone and his AMC Javelin are drag-and-drive staples. Consistently running 6-second ETs, the car is powered by a twin-turbo big block Chevy engine built by Bryant’s father-in-law Norm. We caught up with the two of them at Sick Week 2024.
Twin-TorqStorm-Supercharged 454 cid Big Block Chevy Engine
It had been more than two decades since Val Morris of Steve Morris Engines was behind the wheel of a drag car. This Chevy Malibu with a twin-supercharged 454 big block Chevy engine was her forray into drag-and-drive, and now she wants to go even faster!
All-Billet Subaru EJ 2.5L Engine
This 2016 Subaru STi, which features an all-billet EJ 2.5L engine, was built to showcase what Kaiju Motorsports is capable of. Not only does it look great, but all expectation is that it performs well too. Check it out!
