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Engine Forensics: Assessing Piston Failure With MAHLE Motorsport

Micah Wright — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 11:20:02 +0000

Any time a piston fails, MAHLE Motorsport examines it and any accompanying parts to determine the root cause of the failure.
Here, Joe Maylish explains the forensic examination process.

Video: Installing A Canton Racing Accusump Oil Accumulator

Greg Acosta — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 17:00:02 +0000

Canton Racing’s Accusump oil accumulator both ensures good oil pressure on startup as well as during hiccups.
Plumbing the Accusump into your existing oiling system is a lot simpler than you might think.

Tips For The Perfect Idle-Mixture Screw Settings

Brian Wagner — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 14:10:07 +0000

Getting the right setting for your idle-mixture screws can be a challenge.
This video breaks down how to get the best idle mixture for a carburetor.

Red Tape and Road Rage: Le Mans Engines Vs. Formula 1 Powerplants

Micah Wright — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 10:50:02 +0000

Le Mans Hypercars, unlike Formula 1, have very open regulations regarding the engines. If it runs on gas, and has four strokes – yeah, you can run it! This leads to wildly different strategies within the world

Go With the Flow: Moroso Explains How Temps Tamper With Oil Movement

Micah Wright — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 22:40:02 +0000

Oil pressure and engine temps go hand in hand, but what about flow?
Moroso breaks down how interrelated all three variables are.

MAHLE Dives Into Modern Piston Ring Design With EPARTRADE

Micah Wright — Sun, 04 Jun 2023 10:40:02 +0000

The modern-day piston ring is thinner and lighter than ever before. So why are some people so resistant to this new design?

Tech Talk: Fluidampr Discusses Painting Or Coating Your Damper

Greg Acosta — Sun, 28 May 2023 10:40:02 +0000

You might have considered recoating a worn harmonic damper before, but thought twice about whether you should or not.
Fluidampr goes over the guidelines you should follow to add a splash of color.

Engine Performance Expo Tech Talk: Fastener Torque Vs. Stretch

Greg Acosta — Fri, 26 May 2023 16:00:01 +0000

When it comes to fasteners, most of us know that all fasteners have a torque spec – that is an ideal amount of preload, which is measured through the fastener’s resistance to turning.

Haltech Offers Advice On Buying Used ECU’s

Steve Baur — Wed, 17 May 2023 18:36:27 +0000

Haltech’s used ECU buyer’s guide offers key tips on what to look for before making a purchase of a used ECU.
From rust and corrosion to missing identifiers, there any many things to watch out for.

ProCharger Explains The Basics Of Air-To-Air Intercooling

Brian Wagner — Sat, 06 May 2023 13:50:02 +0000

An air-to-air intercooler is critical if you want to make big boosted horsepower.
ProCharger explains how intercoolers work and how to select the right one for your build.

How To Make Rust Repair Patch Panels With Hand Tools

Brian Wagner — Fri, 05 May 2023 15:10:02 +0000

Rust repair is something that you can do at home.
This video shows you how to make patch panels with basic tools.

CC’ing Heads — How To Measure Your Combustion Chamber Volume

Greg Acosta — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 16:16:43 +0000

Measuring your cylinder head’s combustion chamber volume is a critical step to ensure that you have your desired compression ratio.
The process is straightforward and the tools are easy to use.

The Future Is Now: Diving Deep Into Total Seal’s New Metrology Kit

Greg Acosta — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 18:40:36 +0000

Total Seal has brought advanced metrology to the masses once again, with this insane cylinder wall surface measurement tool.
This kit will allow an average user to measure like they are in a professional lab.

How Its Made: Holley Shows Us How Its Carburetors Are Assembled

Brian Wagner — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 16:47:04 +0000

Have you ever wondered what goes into building a carburetor?
Holley gives us an inside look at how its carburetors are assembled at the factory.

What’s In Your Fuel — The Gov’t Allows More Ethanol In Pump Gas

Greg Acosta — Thu, 12 Jan 2023 16:10:41 +0000

A recent report by the U.S. Energy Information Administration says there’s more ethanol in our gas than ever before.
Ethanol is cheaper, adds octane, and adds production capacity, but is it worth it?

Tech Talk: Why Does A Dyno Graph Always Cross At 5,252 RPM?

Greg Acosta — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 18:15:10 +0000

Have you ever noticed that the lines from a dyno graph always cross at about 5,200 rpm?
The reason why is actually pretty simple as we’ll show you here.

Understanding How EGT Sensors Work With Haltech

Brian Wagner — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 21:55:56 +0000

EGT sensors provide valuable data to an engine tuner.
This video from Haltech explains how EGTs work and why you should use them.

Phoenix Rising — Horsepower Monster’s 416ci LS Rises From The Ashes

Greg Acosta — Thu, 24 Nov 2022 18:20:45 +0000

Just because an engine has been on fire, and subsequently extinguished, doesn’t mean it can’t be brought back to life.
With some know-how and elbow grease, Jeff Huneycutt has this 6.0L back in fighting shape.

Video: Honing An Engine Block With A Pro Stock Legend Greg Anderson

Greg Acosta — Sun, 16 Oct 2022 15:30:02 +0000

Modern piston rings require modern honing processes in order to take full advantage of their technology.
Here, Greg Anderson and Lake Speed, Jr go through the what and why of modern honing.

VIDEO: How A Camshaft Is Made, Start To Finish With COMP Cams

Greg Acosta — Tue, 20 Sep 2022 13:37:05 +0000

It’s not often that you get the opportunity to see the behind-the-scenes of how a camshaft is made.
In this video, the process is covered from raw bar stock to final Spintron and dyno testing.

VIDEO: Boost School — Explaining Turbocharger Boost Controllers

Brendan Baker — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 15:12:08 +0000

Turbochargers are used in many applications, making an understanding of boost controllers even more critical.
This video goes from basic calibrated boost leaks to highly sophisticated electronic systems.

VIDEO: EngineLabs Giveaway Engine Makes 4-Digit Power On The Dyno

Greg Acosta — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 23:55:48 +0000

With the EngineLabs giveaway engine completed on the PRI Show floor, we had some parts to swap before dyno testing the beast.
Using a smaller blower at the winner’s request, it still made stout numbers on the dyno

How To Add Inputs And Outputs To Your Holley ECU With A CAN Module

Brian Wagner — Fri, 19 Aug 2022 13:42:21 +0000

Holley’s EFI CAN Input/Output Module will expand your ECU’s abilities.
The module will add eight inputs and eight outputs.

Scoggin-Dickey’s Boosted L8T Is A Godzilla Killer

Jeremy Nichols — Tue, 07 Jun 2022 19:16:37 +0000

GM’s most recent offering in the LT Gen V iron block lineup, the L8T, is what horsepower dreams are made of.

How BP Automotive Builds The Perfect Engine Swap Harness

Brian Havins — Fri, 08 Apr 2022 23:17:17 +0000

BP Automotive has consistently built a great swap harness, but now they’re perfect thanks to its computer harness tester.

Fluidampr Introduces Damper For Supercharged LT4 Engine

Brian Wagner — Sat, 19 Mar 2022 18:50:01 +0000

GM’s LT4 engine is an insanely powerful OEM mill.
Fluidampr’s new damper is designed to protect the LT4 engine.

Video: Picking A Camshaft For LS5.0 With Ben Strader Of EFI U

Greg Acosta — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:39:53 +0000

Picking a camshaft is more complicated than simply looking for the biggest grind in the catalog.
Ben Strader walks us through the process of choosing cam specs for the LS5.0.

Video: Supercharger-Specific Spark Plug Talk With ProCharger

Greg Acosta — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 14:21:31 +0000

When it comes to gapping a spark plug, there are a few factors to consider.
When you add a supercharger, things get a little different.

Carb Vs. EFI — Testing A Gen-3 Ultra Dominator And A Terminator 4500

Greg Acosta — Sun, 27 Feb 2022 11:50:02 +0000

As the carburetor vs. EFI debate continues to rage on, Holly’s Terminator X Stealth 4500 seems to strike a solid blow.
Results from this test are impressive, but will they settle the argument once and for all?

Holley Terminator EFI X ECU Packs Both Value And Tuning Potential

Micah Wright — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 14:38:05 +0000

Looking for an affordable standalone ECU solution with endless amounts of LT1 tuning potential?
You need a Terminator EFI X ECU from Holley.

Wiring In A Torque Convertor Clutch Switch For Gen III LS Swaps

Brian Havins — Tue, 04 Jan 2022 21:40:24 +0000

BP Automotive makes wiring in an electronic transmission easy with its Torque Convertor Clutch switch for the Gen III LS ECU.

ProCharged C8 Corvette Gets Ready To Hit The Dyno

Brian Havins — Thu, 30 Dec 2021 22:27:50 +0000

The C8 ProCharger systems are starting to make their way to dealers.
We talk to Redline Motorsports about the installation of this new product before hitting the dyno.

VIDEO: Edelbrock’s Pro-Flo 4+ Makes Fuel Injection Super Easy

Greg Acosta — Mon, 29 Nov 2021 12:00:01 +0000

Edelbrock’s Pro-Flo 4+ is the most advanced — and easiest to set-up — EFI system ever offered by the company.
Whether it’s an LS, Coyote, or Gen-III Hemi, The Pro-Flo 4+ makes swaps easy.

ProCharger Releases Supercharger Kit For C8 Corvette

Brian Havins — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 21:23:19 +0000

With over a year in research and development, ProCharger is proud to announce the release of its new supercharger kit for the C8 Corvette.

Video: Eaton Proving Grounds Ensures Reliability In Real World Tests

Bobby Kimbrough — Thu, 07 Oct 2021 13:30:53 +0000

Eaton’s test facility features both on- and off-road testing capabilities to prove their products’ performance in real-world conditions.

How A Carburetor Comes To Life With Holley And Smarter Every Day

Greg Acosta — Fri, 03 Sep 2021 15:40:01 +0000

Watching a carburetor come to life is an interesting process, especially when you have two engineers discussing the process.
Holley and Smarter Every Day teamed up to bring you an inside look at carburetor assembly

Video: Testing To Failure: Armageddon Turbo Systems’ R&D Dyno Test

Greg Acosta — Fri, 03 Sep 2021 13:44:29 +0000

Dave Rochau of Armageddon Turbo Systems has decided to embrace the junkyard LS trend and develop a turbo kit specifically for the market.
During R&D, you need to push the limits to know where they are.

Anti Lag: Fixing Throttle Response Issues On Drive By Wire

Brian Havins — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 03:17:19 +0000

If you’ve driven a new GM vehicle recently, you probably noticed a lack of response from the gas pedal.
In this article, we show you how to get rid of that lag with the Bully Dog Thruster.

Choosing The Perfect LS Engine For Any Budget

Brian Havins — Fri, 06 Aug 2021 17:19:52 +0000

If you need an LS engine for a project vehicle, there are several to choose from.
We take a look at the different LS powerplants available and the market price of each one.

Video: How To Break-In A New Engine Without An Engine Dyno

Greg Acosta — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 14:06:20 +0000

Breaking-in an engine is an important step in getting the most performance possible out of it.
Here’s how to accomplish a solid break-in without an engine dyno.

Hughes Performance Tech Talk Video: What Is Stall Speed?

Bobby Kimbrough — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 20:05:31 +0000

Often quoted with tons of numbers being thrown at the enthusiast, but how many really know what stall speed really is?
Hughes Performance’s video series on Torque Converters explains this in Episode #5.

Modern Piston Materials, Manufacturing, And Coatings With UEM

Greg Acosta — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 13:12:36 +0000

Modern pistons have come a long way, with modern technology blurring the lines between the traditional choices.
Piston coatings can help alloys venture into areas where they were out of their depth previously.

Tuning Your 2019-2020 GM Truck With A DiabloSport Predator 2

James Elkins — Thu, 08 Jul 2021 13:59:21 +0000

We take a look at DiabloSport’s Predator 2 handheld tuner for the 2019-2020 GM trucks.
This unit will add more horsepower while giving you more control over ECU functions.

Clash Of The Titans: GM’s Gen V LT VS. Ford’s Gen III Coyote

Brian Havins — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 18:20:07 +0000

Auto Guild examines the difference between the GM LT series engines and Ford’s Coyote powerplants to see which reigns supreme.

VIDEO: Inside A Roots-Blown 427 Cubic-Inch LS3 Built For An Airboat

Greg Acosta — Thu, 17 Jun 2021 13:23:20 +0000

It can be hard to be different when using the most popular engine platform in the aftermarket.
With this build, Prestige Motorsports goes way past different, creating a genuinely unique combination.

A Look At Fuel Injector Clinic’s Data Match Technology

Brian Havins — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 17:13:10 +0000

Not all fuel injectors are created equally. We take a look at Fuel Injector Clinic’s Data Matching process and its advantages.

Fire And Ice: Optima Battery Goes To Extremes

Andy Bolig — Mon, 17 May 2021 16:03:01 +0000

To show the extent that Optima Batteries can withstand, the company posted a video titled “Ice & Fire,” where they take one of their Red Top batteries to both extremes, almost instantly.

High-Tech Horsepower: Speartech Fires Up 650 Horsepower On A Crate

Andy Bolig — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:12:47 +0000

We recently came across this video that shatters they myth that LSx engines are too complicated to get running with all the necessary systems and sensors.

Testing Four Of The Most Popular LS Intake Manifolds On The Dyno

Greg Acosta — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 16:23:20 +0000

Four EFI intakes walk into a dyno: two dual-quads, a 105mm Hi-ram, and a polymer long-runner.
While the peak numbers might shake out like you’d expect, the overall results are quite interesting.

Chevrolet Performance Releases A New Series Of LS3 Long-Blocks

Greg Acosta — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 15:26:59 +0000

If you fall somewhere between wanting to build an engine from a bare block and a turn-key crate engine, this might be for you.
Chevrolet Performance long-blocks handle the tough parts, but allow for customization.