With trucks evolving faster than a clean freak can go through a gallon of quick detailer, some of the basic mechanical skills are getting pushed back into the memory banks. Things like plugging in a ...

Not long ago, in a land infested with high-compression musclecars and four-speed bruisers, the 396ci Chevelle was a respected performance car even when predators like 428SCJ Mustangs and Boss 429s ...

One of the great joys of hot rodding is rebuilding your own engine. But rounding up all the parts and getting them all machined and prepped can really be a headache. There are so many different ...

Many look at 60 as the age of retirement, but if we're talking about the Chevy Small Block, these two digits are just one amazing milestone that catches the V8 in the midst of a new horsepower race.

What makes a good street engine? The answer to this can vary depending on the goals of a buildup, but there are several factors that apply to a big slice of us regular-guy hot rodders. We see lots of ...

Nothing hurts more than the moment when you realize your project car's engine has imploded. Whether you are resurrecting a barn-find Mustang or building a drift Miata, a blown engine will likely be ...