Let us introduce you to our friend Craig Artzner and his super-clean 1973 K5 Chevy Blazer. Artzner’s full-top K5 Blazer started coming together in 2006. Although the previous owner had […]
In today’s video, Mark Campbell at COMP Cams walks us through the four primary types of camshaft cores. Cam cores, or an unground lobe camshaft (UGL), are essentially unfinished camshafts, […]
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 […]
The following comes courtesy of our friends at Aldan American. If you love OBS pickups like we do, you know the two-door Tahoe and Blazers from 1988-99 are fast becoming […]
When installing a new rear brake kit on your vehicle, there are critical steps to determine the right kit for your setup, and there are no shortcuts. In this video, […]
So you missed Summit Racing Burnout Rivals back on June 20? No problem — we’ve got the entire, nearly four-hour event here! In case you did miss it, Summit Racing […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
In today’s video, Jim Harrison from PerTronix Performance Brands introduces us to an array of ignition, exhaust, and engine parts from the PerTronix family. COVID-19 prevented everyone from gathering for […]