Swamp Thing’s 632 big block Reher-Morrison Engine
We recently caught up with Joey Baroni to learn more about his 1967 Chevy II Nova nicknamed Swamp Thing. Under the hood is a 632 cubic inch big block Reher-Morrison engine with 14-degree Oldsmobile heads and plenty of nitrous. Looking to run 4.70s in the 1/8th mile, Joey’s engine can boogie!
Nitrous Supply Nitrous Charging Kit
Mike Thermos and his team at Nitrous Supply have been working with leading forced induction racers to improve performance through adding a shot of nitrous into the intake tract. This increases performance and eliminates turbo “lag.” It’s ideal for both drag racing and drifting. The injection of N2O does three things. First, it significantly cools
Compound-Turbo VP44 5.9L Cummins Engine
TJ Frey has been upgrading his first personal race truck for a few years now, and finally got it out to the Ultimate Callout Challenge to show off his work and hit the track. Check out this compound-turbo and nitrous-boosted VP44 5.9L Cummins build!
Nitrous Supply Inc. Launches New Website
Nitrous Supply, Inc. has launched its new website: www.nitrous-supply.com. The company, founded by nitrous oxide pioneer Mike Thermos, specializes in key components —like nozzles, valves and solenoids— that can enhance the performance of any brand system. Thermos, who has recently received a Lifetime Achievement “Wally” from NHRA for his contributions to drag racing and named
Tearing Down Justin Zeigler’s 3,336-HP Cummins Enforcer Engine
Recently, D&J Precision Machine owner Drew Pumphrey invited the Engine Builder team to his Cambridge, OH diesel shop to help tear down Justin Zeigler’s UCC record-setting 6.7L Cummins-based Enforcer engine. We go over what happened during the UCC weekend and what Drew expects to find before tearing it down to see the results.
Meet Holley’s Sky Ram Intake Manifold
A little over a decade ago, Holley introduced the Hi-Ram intake manifold. But, if you’re looking for the ultimate in stump pulling torque, there’s nothing like Holley’s all-new Sky-Ram intake manifold. This cutting-edge intake features 36-inch runners tuned specifically for low-end power delivery. The Holley Sky-Ram is compatible with all plenum top configurations including single-
Single Turbo 6.0L Powerstroke Engine
Could this be Canada’s fastest 6.0L Powerstroke? According to Chris Jervis of Crucial Diesel Performance it might be. Complete with a VGT turbo and plenty of nitrous, this 6.0L Powerstroke-powered F-150 is knocking on the door of a 5-second eighth mile. Check it out!
Supercharged and Nitrous-Boosted LS7 Engine
We met up with Ray Lichtenberg at the 2021 Hot Rod Power Tour during the first stop of the tour at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, OH. He showed us his LS7 engine he had just completed for his all-wheel-drive 1987 Buick that was parked at the Continental Tire booth.
582 cid SR20 Nitrous Jet Boat Engine
This 582 cid SR20 nitrous jet boat engine was built by Mike Miller of Mike Miller Racing Engines for all-out, max-effort racing. The 1,700-horsepower capable engine is one of Miller’s best nitrous combinations yet. Find out why!
Carbon Fiber Bottles from Nitrous Supply
Both valves feature a 1/8 NPT gauge port to enable users to keep tabs on nitrous pressure.
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.
TRE Big Block Chevy Nitrous Engine
Five years ago in February, the guys at TRE Racing Engines were busy building engines, machining parts and testing engines on the dyno. It was a day just like any other. However, for owner Taylor Lastor and the rest of the employees at TRE Racing Engines in Cleveland, TX, this particular day would end much
