When it comes to engine building, cylinder heads are of utmost importance. Here's why Chevy's small-block Vortec heads could ...

Just like a solid foundation is important for a sturdy house, a well-prepped engine block is critical for a motor make big power—and do it more than once. A professional engine builder offered to show ...

Freeze plugs prevent engine coolant from leaking out. One of the first signs that they'll need to be replaced is often a ...

Cracked block? There aren't many two-word combinations that send a shiver up a car guy's spine. In most cases that means the block is DOA, and it's worth its weight in scrap only. Sometimes there is ...

Magnesium has found use in the broader automotive industry since the 1920s for a variety of applications, ranging from chassis to powertrain construction. Many vehicles utilize magnesium and its ...

Hot rodders played with blocks as kids, and still play with them as adults. This vast level of experience notwithstanding, enthusiasts often insist on monkeying around with production blocks. They ...

Chevy's LT1 and LT2 engines are both V8s, but the LT2 has several changes such as a dry sump system and redesigned exhaust.

Cummins diesel engines are highly regarded as being tough and reliable. However, the 5.9L Cummins 24-valve engines produced from 1999 to 2002 used engine blocks that are prone to cracking. While any ...

A class action lawsuit filed against GM over alleged faulty lifters in certain V8 engines has still not received class action ...

Thomas has spent two years working in the auto journalism industry, contributing to a UK-based newspaper and writing for Euronewsweek. A full-time writer and lifelong engineering enthusiast, he now ...

Over the years, we have seen a lot of automotive-related stuff getting turned into art. Some have decided to spec their living room with entire cars, others have opted for the engine table here and ...