Scatt or Eagle?
Rebuilding my 383. Just curious what the experts think. Scatt or eagle? Going to get a kit from Summit. Motor should be 420-460HP so I'm not going forged. Just curios what brand everyone likes. And I'm...
View Articlewhich big block heads
Chevy big block cylinder heads oval port 049 with bigger valves. Or Oval port 781 with stock valves. Which pair do you buy??
View ArticleFord 2.3 pinto
ok so im building a 21 t truck and putting in a 2.3 ford 4 banger because it awas given to me. im goinf to have the block cleaned and checked and machined if needed. but all i can find on this motor...
View Articledialing in perfect quench
I am trying to dial in my perfect quench. 283 hotrod small block, steel powerpack heads. Pistons .022 in the hole. I was going to use the GM 10105117 compresses to .028 but would like a little more...
View ArticleFord Flathead oil leak
I have a year model 38-48 flathead, my issue is that when the engine is running I have oil leaking from the crankcase vent in the oil pan. I checked for pressure thru the oil fill tube and there is no...
View Articlespun main bearing?
Been on the hunt for a factory 350 roller block. I put an ad on craigslist and had a guy contact me saying he has a complete engine with a spun main bearing. My question is.....in every case of a spun...
View Articlefile fit ring gap question
hey guys... can someone clear this up for me please? ive been reading about file fitting rings lately.... so, im assuming a shop (having all the gear) would do it by measuring the bore, then measuring...
View Articlepiston replacement
First post... I have a 455 buick with a spun bearing. Cap is dark. Will I have to replace the piston along with getting the crank cleaned up? Can I get just one piston? Also should the whole engine...
View ArticleChevy 388 Weiand 177 Opinions and Suggestions
Hi i recently post about my BB 555ci and receive a lot of help on tuning it right and about the parts it have. But i also own another jeep for offroading with this engine configuration (i build it...
View Article454 Piston question
Hey there guys, doing a mild rebuild on my 86 454 4 bolt block and was going to buy a set of sealed power pistons with a -30cc dome. Anyway the pistons i was going to get i noticed had a year range of...
View ArticleExhaust sound or bottom end knock
The engine is an olds 403. Well i built this engine over the summer, bottom end was a shortbloock. I put new main studs in it and checked everything while i was in there, it all seemed tight and i...
View Articlepro comp head/intake problems
I have been lurking in the background reading/looking for info for some time now and appreciate the help I've received from your posts. My son received a set of pro comp heads for a graduation present....
View ArticleBig block Chevy motor mounts: stock or urethane
I'd like to replace the motor and trans mounts in one of my cars since I'm not sure of their age and condition. The motor is a big block Chevy making in excess of 750hp and appears to have the rubber...
View ArticleFlat tappets with new oils
I'm waking up my 396 after 15 years. I read somewhere in here that a flat tappet cam/lifters will not last with todays oil. I would think most engines are still built with flat tappets because it's...
View ArticleHeads: Iron to aluminum
Hi all. I have another question that I hope someone can help with. I have 1967 # 3904390 heads on my 66 396. Valves are 2.06/1.72. I would like to get aluminum heads for the engine. It would save a lot...
View ArticleCam lsa comparison
IT LOOKS LIKE THE TIGHTER LSA IS GENERALLY THE BETTER CHOICE. Camshaft Lobe Separation Angle Performance Test - Chevy High Performance Magazine All Pages
View ArticleMod to AirGap intake good or bad?
Been a while since I've posted here but wanted to get a general consensus and some thoughts on a mod to an AirGap intake I made a couple days ago. A friend of mine bought an S-10 w/ a modded 350...
View Article390 fe Ford Rear Seal
Any one have a video on installing a rear seal on a 1968 Ford Fe 390. Over lapping the rear seal I understand, but the seals on each side of the rear main that requires the installation using the two...
View ArticleCarburetor Bogs Down
I have a '80 model 355 roller in my street rod. It has a Mallory HEI, Patriot Freedom heads, new Moroso wires, new plugs, new coil, distributor cap, Edelbrock RPM Air Gap aluminum intake, Edelbrock 650...
View Articlebbc id ?
Hey ! I picked up a 72 elco and it has a 454 in it but not sure what it is for sure, was told it is a 73 but need to know before getting ready to do some engine work and want to know what i'm dealing...
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