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Four-Cylinder 2.5L “Polo” Porsche Engine

This build of a 1963 356 B Cabriolet Porsche done by Marlon Goldberg of Workshop 5001 features a four-cylinder 2.5L engine called the Polo engine. It uses mixed and matched parts from almost every generation of air-cooled 911 engine ever built, as well as parts from some of the water-cooled era. The result is this oddity Porsche powerplant, and it’s awesome!

Shop Solutions October 2021

When installing a shorter connecting rod than a crankshaft was meant for, it is sometimes necessary to clearance the counterweights.

October Shop Solutions
1-on-1 with Cometic Gasket’s Bob Gorman

Cometic Gasket was founded in 1989 with the concept of developing custom engine gaskets. Founder and Owner Bob Gorman wanted to supply people with what they truly needed, not with what they were forced to buy. Today, the company operates out of 78,000 sq.-ft. and has become one of the premiere gasket brands in the

700-Horsepower 6.0L Ford Powerstroke Engine

Brought to NS Diesel & Automotive as a rusted out, beat up 2004 F250 work truck with nearly 400,000 miles, got rebuilt into a 700-horsepower 6.0L Powerstroke. Find out what went into the build.

Dana Partners with UNOH to Support Future Auto Techs

Dana Inc. has renewed its partnership with the renowned University of Northwestern Ohio (UNOH) automotive program. As part of its support, Dana recently donated six full axle assemblies to be used as instructional aids. Victor Reinz gaskets and Spicer parts will be provided for classroom use, as well as informational countermats, digital calipers, and Spicer

Performance Design Carbon pTR Intake Manifold

After a year of development, Lingenfelter Performance Engineering is launching its new pTR Carbon Fiber Intake Manifold for C8 Corvettes.

Pat Musi’s Love of Nitrous

These days, it’s impossible to look at a nitrous engine without recognizing Musi’s influence on the combination. He made advancements with nitrous power that no one saw coming, earning him prestige in the industry.

2006 F350 6.0L Powerstroke Engine

After the original 6.0L Powerstroke engine in Stroker Diesel’s 2006 F350 grenaded, shop owner Richard Whittaker decided to rebuild the engine with a focus on better towing performance. See what went into the new engine build!

Air-Cooled Flat Six Twin Plug 3.4L Porsche Engine

Everyone has their favorite engines for one reason or another, and Workshop 5001 owner Marlon Goldberg will argue the air-cooled flat six Porsche engine is one of the best ever. Marlon has a rich background in Porsche cars and engines having worked for Porsche dealerships and at Singer Vehicle Design – a Porsche restoration company.

MAHLE Aftermarket Announces Train to Gain Challenge

MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. recently announced the “Train to Gain Challenge” eLearning promotion that gives participants the opportunity to win an array of prizes upon the completion of online product training modules. The five modules are designed to provide essential information about key MAHLE Aftermarket product categories, including engine bearings, gaskets, filters, thermal management, and turbochargers.

Diesel Transmission Upgrades

Diesel owners who add big horsepower, wheels and tires also need some driveline upgrades to keep it all together.

Where Have All the Engine Parts Gone?

Does this sound familiar? “We are experiencing issues within the supply chain that has created manufacturing delays, temporary stock-outs, longer lead times and increased cost. You may experience delays in shipment and product shortages. We are committed to working through these challenges and thank you for your patience and support.” I have had countless conversations

Whipple Supercharged 427 LS Engine

Looking to replace a Roots-blown 383 small block in his Pro Street ’66 Chevelle, customer David Hollis turned to Nick Chauffe and Steven Garcia of C&G American Muscle Cars to crank it up a notch under the hood. They delivered a Whipple Supercharged 427 LS engine – and it’s glorious! Check it out!

Elring – Das Original Announces Jeff Guenther Joins its Americas Sales Team

Elring-Das Original, the aftermarket brand of ElringKlinger AG, has announced Jeff Guenther is joining the Americas sales team focusing on the expansion of key aftermarket heavy-duty distribution partners, and will be based in Plymouth, MI. “This is a continuation of our project to become a leading supplier for the gasket category in the United States

Motorcycle & Powersports Opportunities

Getting more motorcycle-based business is not at all difficult. Your automotive background will serve as an excellent base of knowledge, and demand is building for powersports engine machining as well as metric and European street bike work.

Twin-Turbo 540 cid Big Block Chevy Engine

Arguably one of the coolest engine builds Hustler Race Engines has done since opening its doors a little more than two years ago, this twin-turbo 540 cubic inch big block Chevy engine should produce close to 3,000 HP. The engine’s vehicle and application are being kept under wraps – for now.

Mercedes-Benz 3.0L Straight Six-Cylinder Engine

Acquiring a 300 SL Gullwing was a bucket list item for a good client of R&R Automotive Restorations. Specifically looking for something original, the customer had zero interest in a restored car, which is sometimes the equivalent of finding a needle in a haystack and the needle doesn’t exist. They ended up finding a 1955 300 SL Gullwing with just 19,000 original miles on its 3.0L straight six-cylinder engine. See what went into preserving this iconic sports car.

All-Aluminum 535 Pontiac Engine

In this episode of Engine of the Week, we’re talking about an all-aluminum 535 cu.in. Pontiac engine built by Bill Ceralli of Ceralli Competition Engines for a drag racing application. According to Ceralli, this brand-new build is naturally aspirated, features a single carburetor, an All Pontiac Indian Adventures block and some used All Pontiac Tiger

427 Small Block Ford Nitrous Engine

Looking for a new engine in his ’65 Ford Falcon bracket car, a customer came to IMM Engines to build 650 horsepower. Shop owner Brian Hafliger delivered a 427 small block Ford capable of nearly 700 hp N/A and 1,000 hp on nitrous. Find out what went into the build!

Ultra-Smooth Surface Finishes

Determining the correct surface finish means you must consider the metallurgy of the head and block castings along with the type of head gasket you use.