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An Edelbrock Aluminum Foundry Education
The Edelbrock Foundry is a state-of-the-art aluminum casting facility. It is a total start-to-finish solution for the Edelbrock Group and its foundry clients.
Edelbrock | New Product | Products | Tech
Twin-Force Turbo Kits Boost F150 and Raptor Trucks
As auto manufacturers fight to provide smaller, more efficient engines to meet government guidelines, they have introduced forced induction to provide extra power when needed. The 2017-2020 Ford F150 and Raptor trucks are a perfect example of this effort, with twin turbochargers on the 3.5-liter…
COMP Cams | Edelbrock | New Product | Products | Tech
Go, Go Godzilla (Engine Parts That Is)
When announced in 2019 for the 2020 model year, the naturally aspirated Ford Godzilla V8 engine perked the ears of many enthusiasts across the globe. The Godzilla is the largest displacement gasoline engine powering Ford’s lineup of three-quarters and one-ton heavy-duty trucks like the Ford…
Edelbrock | Featured | New Product | Tech
5 Reasons VRS-4150 Carbs Are Deceivingly Different
The new Edelbrock VRS-4150 Carburetor series may seem familiar to you. Yes, we have heard the “it looks like a (insert manufacturer here)” line. However, looks can be deceiving. We would not fault you for seeing the resemblance but do not overlook the VRS-4150 as…
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Evolution Lifters Provide Next-Level Performance
(Ed Note: In a previous article, we took you through the ins and outs of Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) Flat Tappet Lifters and how they address some issues associated with traditional flat tappets. This article focuses on hydraulic roller lifter technology — more specifically, COMP Cams’…
History of the “BBL” Abbreviation for Carbs
When writing about two or four-barrel carburetors and throttle bodies, we’ve all seen and written 2BBL or 4BBL and come to accept the abbreviation. There is only one “B” in the word barrel. So, what’s up with that mysterious second letter B?
DLC Lifters Provide Flat Tappet Protection
There hasn’t been a cast-iron flat-tappet-lifter engine developed by original equipment manufacturers (OEM) since the ’80s, yet hundreds of thousands are still on the roads. For years since then, these lifters have been made for the aftermarket by the same manufacturers who supplied the OEMs….
IROC ‘Rehab’ Camaro Gets The Help It Needs
Hemmings brings a 35-year-old Chevy IROC-Z Camaro back to life.
You Can Have Performance & Fuel Mileage Too!
Many aftermarket techs often receive questions on increasing fuel mileage in regularly driven performance vehicles. Most of these vehicles are street/strip applications using flat tappet cams, carburetors, and non-lockup transmissions. These older technologies may be the cause of greater fuel consumption. However, there are some…
Carcass OBS Project Gets A Pro-Flo 4+ EFI
This mod will transform the way you perform an engine swap. Suppose you’re an American automotive enthusiast who likes a combination of performance and utility wrapped up in a package of good looks. In that case, you might want to check out the new Carcass…
Edelbrock | Featured | New Product | Products | Tech
Everyone’s Talking About Edelbrock’s Latest Race Carbs!
Everyone is talking about Edelbrock’s new race carbs, while other brands have moved away from the technology!
Order Your Transmission Early In The Build Process
It’s that time of year! No, we’re not talking about the kids going back to school. While that is important, we’re talking about liberating your project car (or race car) from its parking spot in the garage before it becomes a permanent fixture. Car folks…
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New HV Series Cams Improve LS Engine Performance
Since its inception, General Motors’ LS engine was a wildly successful platform, but some don’t know its history. LS was the name given to the all-new modular design Gen 3 and Gen 4 small-block engines from 1997 to 2020. They replaced its popular Gen 1/Gen…
Ten Reasons To Buy A Carburetor Instead Of EFI
The Industrial Revolution of the 1800s sparked a ton of inventions. One of the most significant, longest-lasting, and often overlooked is the carburetor invented by American engineer Samuel Moray in 1826. Carl Benz is credited with the first patent for a “mass production” motor car…
EFI Education: Common Questions When Purchasing Or Setting Up An EFI System
Ed note: We are planning a series of articles on electronic fuel injection (EFI), discussing a variety of subjects. Hopefully, we’ll take some guesswork out of the equation, dispel some myths, and help give enthusiasts the information needed to make educated decisions. Electronic fuel injection…
Custom Camshafts – What’s The Point, And Do You Need One?
One of the most challenging parts of building an engine happens long before you ever turn a wrench. Whether you are a total newbie, a shade-tree mechanic, or a NASCAR crew chief, you have difficult decisions to make when it comes to the components. Making…
Spintron Testing Explained
In this video, lead COMP Cams valve train engineer Billy Godbold explains how a Spintron works.
TCI Expert Talks Drivetrain
CPG Nation Live’s “Ask The CPG Expert” video series was hosted on Facebook Live, with TCI drivetrain expert Jeff Reed as guest.
Camshaft Heat Treatment Explained
We’ve all heard the term, but have you ever wondered what that heat treatment actually looks like, or how it’s done? Well, you are in luck.
Finding the Intake Lobe Centerline
Finding the Intake Lobe Centerline is essential to degree a camshaft, and it’s easy.
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