Automotive Basics
How To Determine Engine/Pinion Angle
Engine and pinion angle are relative to the ground. Most engines are set at 3 degrees, this allows the carburetor to sit level, however… [More…]
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Engine Block
How To & DIY
How To Calculate Block Height
Block height measurement is used to calculate the final compression ratio for the combination and also affects other aspects of the engine. [More…]
Technical Info
Old School Small Block Chevy 350 vs LS1 Comparison
Side by side comparison of an old school small block Chevy 350 engine vs an modern LS1 engine. [More…]
Technical Info
Engine Displacement Calculator
This calculator determines the displacement of the engine by two methods; selecting the engine to get the geometry of the configuration, or by the geometry to get the engine. You may select the engine manufacturer and designation to get the exact parameters. [More…]
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Chevrolet Engine Block Casting Numbers
Chevrolet Engine Block Numbers. All engines are stamped with an engine ID code, consisting of assembly plant code, production date and suffix code. [More…]
Automotive Basics
Understanding the Iconic HEMI Engine
If you are a car fanatic then you probably already know about all the hype that was created in the 50’s and ’60’s with the HEMI engine… [More…]
Technical Info
Ford Engine Block Casting Numbers
Note: A majority of FE blocks have either a ‘352’ or a backwards ‘501’ cast into the front of the block. With the exception of a few hi-performance 428 blocks, most all other FE blocks are identical externally. The only way of differentiating between them, since there are no external markings to tell you what you’ve… [More…]
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Mopar Engine Block Casting Numbers
Engines include 318, 340, 383, 400, 413, 426 and 440 engines. Locate your engine casting number on the left-hand side of the engine. [More…]