Bearing Down: Engine Crankshaft & Cam Bearing Basics
It should be no secret to anyone reading this that bearings are used for the camshaft along with the crankshaft main and rod journals in an automotive application. While some […]
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Ask Away with Jeff Smith: Building Blocks for a Big Block Chevy
I am tackling a 1969 Corvette. The 390 HP L36 427 was rebuilt but now needs to go to a 0.060-inch overbore. My buddy and I have been considering building a 454 […]
How Tos
Engine Building 101: Installation Tips for Piston & Connecting Rod Assemblies (Video)
In today’s video, our friends Brian and Mike from Summit Racing will take you through the entire process of installing your completed piston, piston ring, and connecting rod assemblies into […]
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Engine Building 101: How and Why to Perform an Engine Friction Test (Video)
What is an engine friction test and why would you want to perform one? When building a short block, a friction test will help you determine the amount of drag […]
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Engine Building 101: How to Calculate and Measure Main Bearing Clearance (Video)
Setting bearing clearance for a performance engine is a fundamental step in the building process. There are no quick and easy ways to establish this critical clearance, but with patience […]
How Tos
Engine Building 101: How to Install Torque Angle Bolts (Video)
Torque angle bolts require a unique tightening process. The torque angle method is a more precise way of torquing a standard fastener to a predetermined tension. When using this method, […]
How Tos
Engine Building 101: How to Polish a Thrust Bearing (Video)
Crankshaft end play is a delicate balance. Too much crankshaft thrust can lead to lead to engine damage, but too little thrust bearing clearance can cause problems as well. If […]
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How to Check Crankshaft End Play (Video)
Crankshafts are among the most abused engine components because transmissions create tremendous forward force on them, especially in high performance applications. That’s why it’s important to check crankshaft thrust clearance, […]
News & Car Culture
NASCAR’s Robert Yates—Famed Engine Builder & Team Owner—Gone at 74
NASCAR team owner and famed engine builder Robert Yates died this week after a battle with liver cancer that began in 2016. Yates was 74. We’re not happy about adding […]
