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Video: Using the Proper Break-In Oil

What you need to know about using the proper break-in oil.

Video: Engine of the Week – 370 cid Twin-Turbo LS

Find out the details of this twin-turbo 370 cid LS engine built by Stefan Rossi of ACE Performance Engines in Torrance, CA.

711 cid Twin-Turbo Hemi Jet Boat Engine

Mike Finnegan grew up riding around in the backseat of a jet boat, inches away from a 455 Olds engine. As a child, he thought his parents wanted to kill him. It’s tough to blame him! Going 150 mph in a 19-ft. boat is pretty insane. Mike Finnegan admits, that amount of speed in a boat on the water with no windshield, feels like you’re going to the moon. He fell in love with drag boat racing and recently built this 711 cid twin-turbo Hemi engine in a 19-ft. Peterson Place Craft. Find out what went into the build! Engine of the Week is sponsored by PennGrade Motor Oil and Elring – Das Original.

598 cid Big Block Chevy SR 20 Engine

The folks at Wilson Race Engines, LLC specialize in big block Chevy SR 20 engines, and build them for reliability and durability. The shop recently rebuilt this 598 cid SR 20 engine with updated cylinder head porting and manifold CNC work to make it even faster. Find out what went into this build!

416 cid Billet LTX Engine

Late Model Engines in Houston is powering a lot of the highest horsepower, fastest LT engines in the world. Expecting to be added to that list, a customer’s Corvette will be getting this 416 cid billet LTX engine equipped with twin turbos. Find out what went into making this engine a potential record breaker.

Video: PennGrade Motor Oil – A History of Performance

PennGrade Motor Oil is built from the legacy of PennGrade 1 High Performance Motor Oil, or “The Original Green Oil.” PennGrade 1 uses a unique base oil cut from Pennsylvania Grade crude oil. The oil has a unique green color and the ability to stick and cling to metal parts, offering full film strength and

600 HP Turbocharged M20B30 BMW Engine

When Yves Decan bought an e21 320 project car, the BMW fanatic in him took over. The owner of Munich Icons brought this classic BMW back to life, complete with a turbocharged M20B30 engine rebuild capable of 600 hp! Find out what went into the build!

The Bullet WS6 – a Twin Turbo 427 cid LSX Engine

When Hunter Smith opened American Speed Shops a little over two years ago, he knew he had to get the shop’s name some recognition. He quickly partnered with some top names in the industry and began building engines with quality components. That’s how this build of a twin turbo 427 cid LSX came about for a well-known Trans Am WS6 car named The Bullet. Find out what went into making this engine extra special.

Video: PennGrade Motor Oil and Alcohol/Methanol Engines

People often ask if PennGrade motor oil can be used in an alcohol or methanol engine applications. The short answer is yes! Ken Tyger and Nick Dixon of PennGrade1 High Performance explain the reasons why. For more information: www.penngrade.com

Twin Turbo 370 cid LS Engine

Stef Rossi grew up in the UK around Volkswagen engines. He quickly got into the engine building industry with air-cooled engine work, but a passion for V8 American-made muscle drew him to LS engines. He opened a shop in California last year and has been cranking out LS builds like this twin turbo 370 cid LS that recently went out the door to a happy customer.

Video: PennGrade Motor Oil and Aftermarket Additives

Lubricants are a precise balance of base oils and additives that work in a synergistic fashion. Ken Tyger of PennGrade1 High Performance talks about how detrimental aftermarket additives can be to the performance of your oil. For more information: www.penngrade.com

Video: Engine of the Week – 331 cid Gen I Hemi

Pulled from a ’55 Imperial that had been sitting forever, this 331 cid Gen I Hemi came to Southern Marine and Automotive covered in rust and in need of serious help. Shop owner Ray Klaver worked to restore this old-school engine back to its glory days under a tight budget with big results. Find out