Edelbrock Power Package Top End Kits
Edelbrock’s Top End Kits have been a huge hit due to their all-in-one-box convenience and “no guesswork” performance appeal. With just about everything you need to top off your Chevy, Chrysler or Ford, these Top End Kits are performance-proven.
Magnum Gaskets Announces ‘Huge’ Expansion, Becomes Full-Line Gasket Source
Magnum Gaskets by Modern Silicone Technologies (MSI) has announced a major expansion in its product line, adding more than 10 times its original coverage. The company is now offering a full-line of aftermarket gasket sets for cars and light trucks from 1955 to 2014.
Paul Menard’s Crew Chief Justin Alexander Wins MOOG ‘Problem Solver’ Award for Second Time
Justin Alexander, crew chief for Paul Menard and the No. 27 Quaker State/Menards Chevrolet SS, became the season’s first repeat winner of MOOG “Problem Solver of the Race” honors after the 27 car finished third in Sunday’s Geico 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup event at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway.
Mr. Gasket MLS Head Gaskets
Performance automotive manufacturing company, Mr. Gasket, has announced its complete line of high quality Multi-Layered Steel (MLS) Head Gaskets for a wide range of domestic engines. These gaskets provide improved protection for high-compression, turbo and supercharged applications.
More Power Inside – Muscle Cars
There are many aspects of the famous and desired muscle car engines of the 1960s and ‘70s. They have become the holy grail of factory performance engines, but they are getting more and more scarce as the years go by. For car owners, the engines have evolved in recent years into three different configurations. Read on to learn more.
Winning With Your Own Engines
As a tech official at RT 66 Drag Strip in Joliet, Ill., since 2004, I have had the opportunity to see hundreds of bracket racing engine combinations. As a bracket racer myself early in my drag racing career I’ve been able to build my own. I’ve had unique opportunities to learn how to build winners that can translate into dollars off the track as well.
Wisconsin Winners
NVR is a race-oriented engine shop that builds mostly circle track and drag vehicle engines. With more than 40 years in the industry, Tom Nickerson works with his wife Cindy handling mostly Chevrolet builds, as well as other nameplate engines. NVR was named the 2014 Performance Engine Builder of the Year and we took a look at its operation.
MSD Pro-Billet Distributor for Late Model and Modified Racing
MSD is offering a new Pro-Billet Distributor designed to handle the rigors and harsh racing conditions of late model, modified, and off-road racing. The new distributor was designed with input from top racers and engine builders in circle track competition.
QuickTime High Performance Bellhousings
QuickTime, a leading manufacturer of high performance bellhousings, drivetrain and transmission products, has introduced 20 all-new bellhousings for a variety of Chevrolet, Ford, Mopar and Nissan engines, joining its existing lineup of more than 250 products.
New Engines Force New Pistons
As engines get smaller, motorists expect the same performance as a larger V6 or V8 but with the fuel economy of a four cylinder. Turbocharging makes little engines breathe big, but it also increases the load and temperature the pistons have to endure. This, in turn, requires pistons made of alloys that can withstand higher temperatures and combustion pressures. Yesterday’s castings won’t cut it for these kinds of applications.
Old Fire Trucks Need Engine Work Too
Preserving a fire truck may involve rebuilding its engine. Some older trucks need engine work because the power plants spent hours running large pumps and equipment, rather than racking up road miles. This could mean added business for creative engine builders, but it might also cause the rebuilder to ask questions. Find the answers here.
Understanding the LT1’s New Direct Injection
The LT1 now features direct injection, AFM (Active Fuel Management), continuous variable valve timing, and a new combustion system that incorporates 11.5:1 compression ratio. The LT1 combustion system is the most intensely analyzed, developed and optimized system in GM history.
Edelbrock 2015 Automotive Performance Catalog
Edelbrock LLC has announced the release of the 2015 Edition of its Automotive Performance Catalog. This years catalog features over 190 new products, and an expanded Total Power Package Top End Kits that include sixteen new applications.
ACCEL Performance Group Launches New Web-Based Video Series, ACCEL It
ACCEL Performance Group, a designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance automotive and motorcycle parts and accessories, has announced that it launched a new web-based automotive video series called ACCEL IT. Each 10-minute episode features ACCEL’s host, Jenny Long, traveling the country surprising folks who have submitted their vehicle to receive the ultimate upgrade.
Quicktime High Performance Modular Flexplates
QuickTime, a leading manufacturer of high performance drivetrain and bellhousing products, has announced it launched its all-new Modular Flexplate (patent pending) for a wide variety of engines, including small and big-block Chevrolet and Ford. Each application is designed to handle the stresses of high horsepower, high rpm engines.
Allstar Performance Billet Aluminum Swivel Water Neck and Spacer
Allstar Performance black anodized billet aluminum water neck fit most Chevy V8 engines and accepts most standard thermostats and swivel a full 360 degree to simplify connection of LH and RH radiator hose to engine. Black anodized finish helps protect against corrosion. Stainless steel hardware and an o-ring sealing base flange assure a tight seal for a gasket-free installation.
JE Pistons Expands SRP and SRP Professional Product Line
SRP Pistons has expanded both its SRP and SRP Professional product offering, adding over 260 part numbers to the collective 2015 lineup. The product extension encapsulates the Small Block Chevrolet and Small Block Ford for the traditional SRP line and GM LS Series, Small Block Chevy, Small Block Ford and Ford Modular engines for the SRP Professional Piston product line.
Wilmington Mile Engine Builders
In Bill Holder’s opinion, there’s no finer place to find unique engine builders than the long super-smooth runway at the former DHL facility at Wilmington, OH. This will be the third article in Engine Builder honoring these efforts.
Headmaster Jagersberger – Converting Flatheads into OHV Engines
Joseph W. Jagersberger was a very early racing car driver who competed against Louis Chevrolet prior to the first Indianapolis 500-mile Race. He was also the manufacturer of early speed equipment and his RAJO heads became well known to Ford and Chevy lovers.
The 392 Magnum V8 Build is a Wrap
The 392 Magnum engine build is a wrap. We’ve done all we can and now it’s going to power someone’s muscle car, hot rod or truck. When all is said-and-done the only things original in this 318 motor are a fully machined block, the cam thrust plate, the fuel pump eccentric and the bolt and washer holding on the harmonic balancer. Everything else is brand new.
