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Why The LS Engine Is So Popular For V8 Engine Swaps

Brian Wagner — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 16:02:43 +0000

The LS engine has been swapped into pretty much everything.
We look at why this engine is so popular for V8 engine swaps.

Holley’s EFI Fuel Filter/Regulator Makes EFI Swaps Even Easier

Brian Wagner — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:16:00 +0000

Holley’s Compact EFI Fuel Filter with a built-in regulator simplify EFI swaps.
This new unit combines your fuel filter and regulator.

AMD Garage Hits On All Cylinders With Great Content

Brian Wagner — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 15:00:02 +0000

Auto Metal Direct wanted to give its customers an inside look at the high-performance industry.
AMD Garage brings you content from big shows and much more.

Save Space With PROFORM’s Slim-Fit Radiator System

Brian Wagner — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 15:00:01 +0000

Things can get tight under the hood of your ride after you add a cooling system.
PROFORM’s Slim-Fit Radiator System was designed to save space without sacrificing cooling capacity.

Discussing Oil Viscosity With AMSOIL

Randy Bolig — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 13:58:56 +0000

If you think you know all there is about oil viscosity, you could be mistaken. Check out this AMSOIL Tech Tip to learn what you need to about the subject.

Dakota Digital’s SGI-100BT Will Bring Your Tach And Speedo to Life

Brian Wagner — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 18:20:01 +0000

Trying to figure out how to make a tachometer and speedometer work can be a challenge.
Dakota Digital’s SGI-100BT is your tach and speedo solution.

Influential Hot Wheels Designer Harry Bentley Bradley Passes At 83

Brian Wagner — Tue, 23 May 2023 18:54:08 +0000

Mattel’s Hot Wheels cars influenced generation of gearheads.
Hot Wheels designer Harry Bentley Bradley recently passed away at age 83.

Video: Why EFI Systems Need The Right Fuel Tank

Brian Wagner — Fri, 03 Feb 2023 23:23:58 +0000

If you’re moving to EFI there’s more to take care of than just what goes on the engine.
Holley covers why you need to update your tank.

PRI 2022: FuelTech Talks About The Tech Of The FT700 VCU

Brian Wagner — Thu, 29 Dec 2022 17:27:48 +0000

FuelTech’s new FT700 and FT700 Plus VCUs were announced at PRI.
These units are packed with features that any tuner will love.

Why You Need Tubular Control Arms

Randy Bolig — Sat, 29 Oct 2022 09:00:01 +0000

Take a look at the video to understand why this is an important upgrade for your ride.

Quick Tech: The Basics Of Forged vs Cast Pistons

Brian Wagner — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 21:40:02 +0000

Do you know the difference between a cast and a forged piston?
MAHLE Motorsport explains the differences between the two in this video.

Gale Banks discusses the filter on a stick

Matthew Callaway — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 08:40:01 +0000

Does it matter whether your air filter is in an enclosure?

How Did They Make That? See How QA1 Creates GM Tubular Control Arms

Brian Wagner — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 13:05:24 +0000

Have you ever wondered how control arms are made?
QA1 takes us on a journey and shows what goes into making tubular control arms.

Water Rocket: JetSki Brothers’ LS-Swapped Ski Is A Handful

Jeremy Nichols — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 05:02:43 +0000

Content creators Josh and Jacob, known as JetSki Brothers build, sink, and rebuild their LS-swapped Waverunner.

How To Prepare For Your First Trip To The Chassis Dyno

Brian Wagner — Mon, 20 Jun 2022 20:50:02 +0000

You need to have your vehicle in fighting shape before it hits the dyno.
This video from Haltech provides some tips on how to get ready for the dyno.

Using Time-Delay Relays With MSD’s Solid State Relay Block

Brian Wagner — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 14:44:33 +0000

Time-delay relays are a great tool to keep systems running after you turn off a vehicle.
This video shows how to use them with an MSD Solid State Relay.

We Have Oil Pressure! Project Number Cruncher Roars To Life

Brian Wagner — Sun, 12 Jun 2022 15:10:02 +0000

After lots of hard work Project Number Cruncher has oil pressure.
Check out the video of the Firebird making noise for the first time.

How To Adjust Your ProCharger’s Tensioner And Pick The Right Belt

Brian Wagner — Mon, 16 May 2022 18:10:01 +0000

A centrifugal supercharger needs the right amount of tension on its belt.
Erik Radzins covers how to set the belt tension for a blower from ProCharger.

How A Quality Shock Absorber Is Created

Randy Bolig — Mon, 09 May 2022 08:10:02 +0000

Check out this video of what goes into making a QA1 shock absorber. These made in America shocks are perfect for any ride.

Video: Learn To Index Your Bellhousing

Brian Wagner — Fri, 06 May 2022 15:40:01 +0000

Before you can rip gears after a clutch swap you need to index the bellhousing.
Holley’s Jeremy Stoermer walks you through how to correctly index a bellhousing.

The Proper Way To Extend Your Mustang II Steering Rack

Brian Wagner — Thu, 05 May 2022 20:20:02 +0000

There’s a right way and a wrong way to extend a Mustang II steering rack.
CPP shows you how to do it the right way with steering rack spacers.

Shock Factor: C8 Corvette to Be Electrified In Early 2023

Brian Havins — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 14:52:35 +0000

It seems that the day of the internal combustion engine is numbered.
Chevrolet just announced that the C8 Corvette will be electrified in 2023.

Texas Teen Gets New Silverado After Wild Bout With Tornado

Brian Havins — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 20:18:48 +0000

While most are willing to make a sacrifice to own a new vehicle, driving through a tornado might be a deal-breaker for some.

This Monte Carlo Is A Championship-Winning Creation

Randy Bolig — Sat, 26 Mar 2022 08:40:02 +0000

In 1979, the King’s Monte Carlo won the NASCAR championship.
Now, the crew is building a recreation for driving around the country.

Here’s How To De-pin Connectors Like A Pro

Brian Wagner — Sat, 19 Mar 2022 20:10:02 +0000

Trying to change a wiring harness can be a challenge thanks to all the connectors.
Haltech provides some great tips on how to de-pin most harness connectors.

Beat The Heat In Your C5 & C6 With DEI’s Trans Tunnel Heat Shield

Brian Wagner — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 17:15:50 +0000

Keeping the inside of your C5 or C6 Corvette cool makes it more fun to drive.
DEI’s Trans Tunnel Plate Heat Shield fights heat from under the car.

Florida Man Attempts To Fix Blown Head Gasket With Flex Seal

Brian Havins — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 19:54:54 +0000

Will Flex Seal fix a blown head gasket on an LS?
Cleetus McFarland puts the “Handyman In The Can” to the ultimate test on a nitrous-powered Blazer.

PRI 2021: Make Engine Installation Easy With Mac’s PiVOT Engine Plate System

Brian Wagner — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 18:33:21 +0000

It can be a real hassle trying to get an engine installed.
Mac’s PiVOT system makes dropping any engine into a vehicle much easier.

Quick Tech: How To Apply DEI’s Reflect-A-Gold Heat Reflective Tape

Brian Wagner — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 17:08:19 +0000

A heat-soaked air intake will rob your engine of horsepower in a hurry.
DEI’s Reflect-A-Gold Heat Reflective Tape is designed to fight heat soak.

Nitrous Express Introduces The Signal Synchronizer

Brian Havins — Mon, 28 Jun 2021 19:29:37 +0000

Finding a 0-5 volt signal off your new model vehicle is as easy as plugging into the OBD II port with the Nitrous Express Signal Synchronizer.

LS-Swapped WaveRunner FZR Makes A Splash

Brian Havins — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 21:01:47 +0000

We’ve seen some wild LS-powered vehicles in our time, but this LS-swapped Yamaha WaveRunner FZR with a 4.8-liter engine might take the cake.

The Basics Of Automotive Relays And How To Wire Them

Brian Wagner — Fri, 28 May 2021 01:01:37 +0000

Relays are a necessity when you’re trying to wire a vehicle the right way.
Jeremy Stoemer from Holley breaks down how to use relays and how they work.

Add Some Flair With Moroso’s Billet LS To SBC Valve Cover Adapters

Brian Wagner — Tue, 30 Mar 2021 14:52:37 +0000

There aren’t many options for replacement LS valve covers.
Moroso’s billet LS to SBC valve cover adapter gives you more valve cover options.

Keep Things Clean In The Shop Or Driveway With the DEI Inc Oil Rug

Brian Wagner — Tue, 16 Mar 2021 20:57:40 +0000

The only thing worse than finding a fluid leak is cleaning up the mess it leaves.
The DEI Oil Rug makes cleaning up fluid leaks a breeze.

Get Control: FAST XFI Sportsman Fuel Injection Kit For LS Engines

Brian Wagner — Tue, 23 Feb 2021 22:37:52 +0000

If you’re trying to get the most out of an LS swap you’ll want to look at aftermarket ECUs.
The FAST XFI for LS engines is perfect for a high-performance swap.

Cleetus McFarland To Host 2.4 Hours Of LeMullets PPV on Nov. 14th

Brian Havins — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 19:51:55 +0000

Cleetus McFarland is upping the game at the Freedom Factory.
The 2.4 Hours Of LeMullets offers 20 nitrous-powered cars with 40 drivers which will make for an epic race.

The Heat Is Off: The Form-A-Shield From Design Engineering Inc.

Brian Wagner — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 17:32:47 +0000

Keeping heat away from sensitive components under the hood of your car is important.
DEI’s Form-A-Shield is another way for you to keep things cool.

Protect Your Battery With The DEI Cell Saver Battery Heat Shield

Brian Wagner — Tue, 17 Mar 2020 17:18:25 +0000

The DEI Cell Saver will keep your battery safe from intense heat.
This product will resist up to 2,000 degrees of radiant heat.

Welcome To The Freedom Factory: Cleetus McFarland’s Racetrack

Brian Havins — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 20:48:24 +0000

YouTube Star Cleetus McFarland needed a place where he and his friends could do burnouts.
McFarland purchased a Florida race track and calls it the Freedom Factory.

Mr. Gasket Push-On Hose Products Simplify Plumbing Projects

Brian Wagner — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 20:00:33 +0000

Mr.Gasket makes automotive plumbing jobs easier with its Push-On Hose line of products.
These hoses come in a variety of sizes and work with Mr.Gasket Push-On Hose Fittings.

Door Slammers 2 Full Interface Reveal

Micah Wright — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 15:06:28 +0000

The minds behind the drag racing simulation game “Door Slammers 2,” have released a revamped interface, along with some updates and tips.
Check it out.

C10 Truck Set To Debut At SEMA 2019 Battle Of The Builders

Chase Havins — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 17:27:13 +0000

Preston Folkestad is no stranger to SEMA’s Battle Of The Builder Competition.
This year he is bringing another C10 to the show that’s race-inspired.

Quick Tech: DIY LS Trunion Upgrade With COMP Cams

Brian Wagner — Mon, 28 Oct 2019 19:07:03 +0000

If you’re wanting to add horsepower to your LS1 a trunion upgrade had better be on your mind.
COMP Cams shows how easy this upgrade is in this video.

Video: Chevy SEMA Design Awards for Custom Cars Return for 2019

Micah Wright — Thu, 17 Oct 2019 14:22:40 +0000

The Chevy SEMA Design Awards will return for another helping of crazy cool custom Chevrolet car action in 2019. Here are the details on what to expect.

SEMA Ignited

Dave Pankew — Mon, 09 Sep 2019 15:12:06 +0000

The SEMA Ignited 2019 Show invites car fans in Las Vegas area to see the best cars and trucks from the show.
Ticket prices announced are $20 for basic and $75 for a VIP pass.

General Motors Pulls The Plug On An ’80s Iconic Name

Chase Havins — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 16:14:48 +0000

The 1980s were home to horrible hairstyles, crazy neon colors, and the IROC-Z.
The IROC-Z name has been missing out of the Camaro lineup for 29 years.

Heat Fighters: ACCEL Extreme 9000 Black Ceramic Boot Plug Wires

Brian Wagner — Wed, 28 Aug 2019 16:32:49 +0000

The ACCEL Extreme 9000 Black Ceramic Boot Spark Plug Wires keep your spark plugs safe.
With plenty of heat resistance these plug wires are made for extreme environments.

Can an LS-Turbo AWD Silverado Beat a 2000 Horsepower Nissan GT-R?

Rob Krider — Tue, 27 Aug 2019 18:30:42 +0000

Watch this All-Wheel-Drive Turbo showdown between a Nissan GT-R and an AWD Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck.
It’s anybody’s race with $10,000 on the line.

The King Floater: 2,400HP Twin Supercharged LS7-Powered Pontoon Boat

Brian Havins — Tue, 27 Aug 2019 14:08:34 +0000

Pontoon boats have never been associated with high-performance.
Jim Doris’ 30-foot 2,400 Horsepower LS-Powered pontoon boat is an exception to the rules.

Get Lit: Installing An Earl’s Brake Light Switch Kit

Brian Wagner — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 19:32:56 +0000

Figuring out how to get your brake lights to work with a custom application is easy with Earl’s Brake Switch Kit.
This kit plumbs into virtually any brake system to providing working brake lights.