In this installment, we tackle how to prepare the block, how to choose the right cylinder heads, the differences in crankshaft and piston qualities and the procedures required for them, and rod ...

Every engine deserves a second chance, even if it’s been ages since it last turned over. Sometimes, though, it’s not so easy: an engine quits over something small, prompting its owner to haphazardly ...

As we discussed in part one of our small-block overhaul, rebuilding an engine can have many meanings depending on how the word "rebuild" is defined. While engines that are excessively worn or have had ...

In this episode, I showcase the work done at Rectidama, an excellent engine machine shop nearby. The process begins with the complete dismantling of the head, followed by ultrasonic cleaning in ...

Your old, reliable engine has been coughing up some strange, but concerning noises. So, you call your mechanic to find out what the problem and solution are to restoring its harmonious hum. But the ...

We left off last month having just begun the 409 assembly process. The crankshaft is installed, and the remaining components are ready for final assembly. We had to send the connecting rods to the ...