Quick Tech: Why You Should Use A Solid Roller Cam And Lifters
A solid roller valvetrain is great for maximizing horsepower. In this article, we cover the basics of solid roller valvetrain parts.
View Article“What I Learned Today” With Jeff Smith — Perfecting Pushrod Length
Getting the pushrod length just right can do more than increase valvetrain durability. In some cases, it can regain lift lost to bad valvetrain geometry and pick up power.
View Article“What I Learned Today” With Jeff Smith — Cold Lash Vs. Hot Lash
Valve lash is a critical spec in order to ensure proper clearance when the engine thermally expands. Different materials expand at different rates, so dialing in the right amount of lash is crucial.
View ArticleEngineLabs’ Tool Of The Month – Summit Racing Mobile Parts Washer
A parts washer should be a staple in every shop. When space is limited, a compact, mobile unit is just the ticket.
View ArticleMax Effort Explored — The Differences Between Drift Vs. Drag Engines
We take a close look at the differences in design between engines built for drift vs. drag competitions. It's more than just a difference in powerbands and output, but the two share some similarities.
View ArticleChoosing The Right Camshaft Just Got Easier With Help From The Pros
If you really want the best performance for your configuration, give the Howard’s Cams Recommendation form a try.
View ArticleSEMA 2021: Melling Releases Performance Valvesprings For The LS
In addition to all of the high-performance offerings, Melling has just released new valve springs for the LS and LT engines.
View ArticleMetal Mania: Steel Rocker Arms Versus Aluminum Rocker Arms
Rocker arm material selection is an important decision. We talk with T&D Machine Products about steel vs aluminum rocker arms.
View ArticleBearings vs. Bushings: The Great Roller Lifter Debate Explored
When it comes to roller lifters, there are two options these days: needle bearings or solid bushings. Both have their pros and cons, and neither is a one-size-fits-all solution, which we explore in...
View ArticleChoosing The Right Cam With Howards Cams Online
While we enjoy a low-vacuum, raucous idle as much as the next guy, the reality is that happiness is most often found somewhere in the middle.
View ArticleQuick Tech: How To Shop For The Right Valve Springs For Your Build
Selecting the right valve spring goes beyond just the size you need to use. COMP Cams explains what you need to think about when buying valve springs.
View ArticleVideo: Picking A Camshaft For LS5.0 With Ben Strader Of EFI U
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.
View ArticleProject LA Thumper Gets A Milodon Gear Drive For Precise Timing
Precise valve timing is paramount to peak performance. In this installment of Project LA Thumper, a Milodon gear drive ensures that happens.
View ArticleProject LA Thumper: Choosing The Right Cam With The Help Of Lunati
It's time to choose the right cam for our Mopar Project, LA Thumper. Making the right cam choice is as easy as making a phone call.
View ArticleHowards Cams Educates Us On LS Lifters
We talk LS lifters with the folks at Howards Cams. They educated us on OEM replacements, tie-bar style, and bushed solid roller lifters.
View ArticleMaking Power: Project Number Cruncher’s SAM Tech-Built Top End
Project Number Cruncher's 427 cubic-inch LS engine, built by Sam Tech, is one stout mill. Join us for a tour of the engine's top end, valvetrain, fuel injectors, and the final dyno output.
View ArticleStreet Muscle’s Top 5 Tips For Mining Marketplace Gems
Some people say the deals we find are too good to be true...Check out our top 5 tips that helped us score a $100 LS.
View ArticleRace Winning Brands Expands; Acquires PAC Racing Springs
The acquisition of PAC Racing Springs by Race Winning brands adds yet another manufacturing dimension to its portfolio. PAC joins several other high-end component manufacturers in the RWB family.
View ArticleHow It Works: T&D Machine Products Internally Oiled Rocker Arms
Rocker arms put in a lot of work and need plenty of lubrication to stay healthy. T&D has developed rocker arms that are internally oiled for maximum protection.
View ArticleLS Power Gains Made Easy With COMP Cams HV Line Of Camshafts
Not everyone wants or needs a monster camshaft in their ride. COMP Cams HV line of camshafts will give you plenty of performance without driveability issues.
View ArticleVIDEO: How A Camshaft Is Made, Start To Finish With COMP Cams
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.
View ArticleGet Rolling With A Double Roller Timing Set From PRW Industries
An engine's timing chain is something you may not think about until it fails. A double roller timing set from PRW can help avoid failures.
View ArticleSEMA 2022: Isky Racing Cams’ Hydraulic Lifters Get A Bushing
Isky Racing Cams has taken its high-end bushing solid lifter design and applied it to a hydraulic roller lifter. The bushing bearing allows for higher loads and more robust operation over needle...
View ArticleSEMA 2022: COMP Cams Goes Big On Godzilla Cams And Valvetrain
COMP Cams has a trio of new Ford Godzilla cams ranging from mild to wild. Even the mildest camshaft on the list still offers significant gains.
View ArticleWhat I Learned Today With Jeff Smith — Installed Spring Height Check
Checking installed valve spring height is a critical part of getting your valvetrain right. This easy method requires few tools and a basic understanding of what you're measuring.
View ArticlePRI 2022: Avoid Engine Damage With Ferrea Valve Springs
Chevrolet's new line of LT engines can generate serious horsepower. Ferrea now offers upgraded valvetrain parts for LT-based engines.
View ArticlePRI 2022: Erson’s New Beefed-Up Pushrods Are Made In The USA
Erson Cams has a new line of pushrods aimed at increasing valvetrain stiffness without adding much mass. By beefing up the wall-thickness instead of the overall diameter, the stronger pushrod fits more...
View ArticlePRI 2022: Breathe Fire With Your Godzilla Engine Using Callies Cams
Ford's Godzilla engine is already living up to its name by making big horsepower. Callies worked with Jesel to create a more durable camshaft for the Godzilla engine.
View ArticleUnnaturally Aspirated — Optimizing A SBC Camshaft For Nitrous
Sure you can spray nitrous into any combination and get more power, but optimizing a combination for nitrous can be tricky. The specs for a nitrous camshaft need to be tweaked from N/A for max...
View ArticlePRI 2022: Melling Keeps You Running On All Cylinders With MDS Delete
Melling introduces its Gen III Hemi MDS delete kit during PRI. The kit helps solve the issues that plague the cylinder deactivation system.
View ArticleTop Tips + The Hottest Happenings At The 2023 PRI Show
The PRI trade show at the Indiana Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis is less than a month away. There's a lot to look forward to and plenty of tips to make your experience an enjoyable one.
View ArticleCuring Distributor Timing Woes With A New LST Camshaft From COMP
Inconsistent timing led to an LST camshaft upgrade from COMP, which made the engine even healthier. Between the fixed timing and the improved lobe design, this SBC is running better than ever.
View ArticlePRI 2022: Isky Racing Cams Takes The Custom Out Of Custom Camshaft
Isky Racing Cams is taking their custom camshaft data, and turning it into part numbers in their catalog. They will be offing the performance of a highly tailored grind, with the ease of ordering out...
View ArticleWhat I Learned Today With Jeff Smith — Rocker Bolt Torque Sequence
Here's a quick and easy way to torque down your rocker bolts. This method will not only cut down the install time, but is also safer on the parts.
View ArticleRock Out With PROFORM’s Super-Street Chevy Aluminum Roller Rockers
A good set of rocker arms is critical for an efficient valvetrain. PROFORM's Super Street SBC Roller Rockers will help your valvetrain run smooth.
View ArticleBlueprint Series: Testing Engine Blocks For Proper Lifter Position
A lot of us take for granted that the lifter bores of our engine blocks are all in the right spot. They can off, and cause all sorts of performance issues, as we see here.
View ArticleNew Double-Roller Timing Sets For LS Engines From Engine Pro
If you have a raised-cam block, you need a timing set specifically designed for that. Engine Pro's new billet timing set has you covered for any power level.
View ArticleOn A Roll — Howards’ Billet Roller Rocker Arms For LS Engines
Billet LS rocker arms from Howards Cams increase the efficiency of the valvetrain. By reducing weight and friction and increasing stiffness, these rocker arms get the most from your camshaft.
View ArticleHot Hemi: Dyno Testing COMP’s Stage 2 HRT Camshaft Kit On A 392 HEMI
COMP Cams' HRT Camshaft kits for the Gen-III HEMI has a lot of modern lobe design technology in them. We install and dyno test a Stage 2 kit on a 392 with VVT.
View ArticleTricks To Increase The Quality Of Life For Flat-Tappet Camshafts
Flat-tappet lifters and camshafts might be old technology, but just like anything else, they benefit from modern technology. We look at the best way to keep your flat-tappet valvetrain alive and...
View ArticleRarified Air: Legendary Cylinder Head Wizard Rick Smith
Founder of TrickFlow, the innovative yet hands-on, old-school, Rick Smith finds a high Tech home at Brian Tooley Racing.
View ArticleFerrea Racing Components’ Lightweight Rocker Arms For K20 Engines
When you want to take an already-rev-happy engine design, and spin it even harder, a lightweight valvetrain is key. Ferrea has developed a lightweight, robust rocker arm that puts 11,000 rpm within reach.
View ArticleValvetrain Rejuvenation: Reviving A 4-Valve Modular Valvetrain
Rebuilding a set of 25-year-old 4-Valve Cobra heads seemed intimidating at first. It was a lot easier than we thought, thanks to all-new valvetrain parts from Melling.
View ArticleNew Engine Pro Cam Bearings Hit The Market
Engine Pro's new line of cam bearings offers precise manufacturing and solid performance. The initial lineup covers the 39 most common domestic engine applications.
View ArticleErson Cams’ New Titanium Valves Offer Off-The-Shelf Weight Reduction
Titanium valves aren't the exotic custom parts they once were, as evidenced by Erson's latest off-the-shelf offerings. It's never been easier to get an incredibly lightweight, robust valvetrain.
View ArticlePRI 2023: Jesel Unleashes Its Godzilla Rocker Arms
Ford's Godzilla engine is a real beast. Jesel's new Godzilla-specific rocker arms will turn the engine into a monster.
View ArticleNo, You Don’t Need A Custom Cam And Howards Cams Explains Why
With the enormous selection of off-the-shelf camshafts there's no need for a custom grind. Luke Bandt from Howards Cams explains why that is.
View ArticleCam It: Three Big Tips For Camshaft Selection
Buying a random camshaft off Facebook Marketplace isn't a good plan. Here's some tips on how to select the right cam for your engine.
View ArticleBrian Tooley Racing Introduces Gen V Truck Cams For L83
Whether you're looking to add more power and torque to your Gen V L83 for towing or more performance, Brian Tooley Racing has a camshaft for you.
View ArticleBrian Tooley Releases New GEN III HEMI Camshafts
HEMI owners rejoice! Brian Tooley Racing is now offering GEN III HEMI camshafts and camshaft kits including the Truck Norris edition.
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