In the early-'90s, GM introduced the Second-Generation LT1 small-block. It featured reverse-flow cooling and an aluminum cylinder head with a new port configuration. In essence, the company created ...

First-time engine builders and those working on mass-produced powerplants commonly use off-the-shelf pregapped piston rings. However, high-performance engine builders seem to spend a lot of time ...

Our annual MM&FF Pro-Dyno Battle at the Beach Dyno Challenge, which takes place during Mustang Week, was once again a huge success. We put together a broad range of participants with every combo ...

Some engines just won't go away. Back in the May '11 issue, we brought you the first part of our budget-built 400 small block Chevy. The idea was to bolt a set of iron Vortec heads on a junkyard 400 ...