This installment in our LS 5.3L “retro build” covers installation of our hydraulic roller lifters, cylinder heads, pushrods and rocker arms, completing the valvetrain. . Build, text and photos by Mike Mavrigian . CYLINDER HEADS While there’s nothing to complain about with the original casting number 862 aluminum heads (GM P/N 12559862), making them flow [...]
Goodson Tools and Supplies for Engine Builders has designed a larger version of its popular Universal Dressing Stand (SWD-UNI), designed for diesel and heavy-duty applications.
Engineered for all out competition, Edelbrock’s ROX Pro-Port Raw cylinder head, #777669, offers a high quality casting that is ideal for extreme circle track and drag racing applications.
The principal power gains in Jon Kaase’s new P38 cylinder heads for Ford 302 (5 liter) and 351 small-block engines are derived from canted, larger diameter inlet and exhaust valves; improved port velocities; and deeper bowls with sweeping short turns in the intake and exhaust tracts.
WE BEGIN THE BUILD OF A BORED STROKED PONTIAC 455 TO OBTAIN 501 CID AND ABOUT 600 PONIES. THE GOAL:TO CREATE AN IDEAL “INDIAN” POWERPLANT FOR STREET, STRIP AND STREET RODDER APPLICATIONS Prior to block machining, the block exterior was smoothed and detailed. Not only will this ressurected Pontiac provide some ground-pounding thump, but it’ll [...]
Goodson Tools and Supplies for Engine Builders of Winona, MN, introduces a Pistol Grip Vacuum Tester. Vacuum Testing is one of the most reliable methods for testing valve-to-seat seal when building a cylinder head. An electric version is already a part of the Goodson product line so when asked why the company was adding another [...]
NEW TOOL REVIEW – TESTING SNAP-ON’S ELECTRONIC TORQUE/ANGLE WRENCH MODEL TESTED: MODEL ATECH3FR25O Snap On’s Tech Angle wrench includes a protective plastic case. The new wrench is available in several versions (1/4, 3/8 and 1/2-inch drive, Nm & angle, and Nm/ft-lb/in-lb & angle). The unit I tested is model ATECH3FR250A, which features [...]
Snap-On’s new Tech Angle wrench includes a protective case and is available in several versions, including 1/4″-drive, 3/8″-drive and 1/2″-drive. The digital torque wrench is capable of operating in several modes, including ft-lb, in-lb, Nm and angle of rotation. The unit I tested is ATECH3FR250A, which features 1/2″-drive. TESTING SNAP-ON’S NEW ELECTRONIC TORQUE/ANGLE [...]
With their all-in-one-box convenience and “no guesswork” performance appeal, Edelbrock Power Package Top End Kits are in high demand. Now Edelbrock is proud to introduce the new line of E-Street Power Package Top End kits for small-block Chevy, big-block Chevy and small-block Ford.
Finally, a torque wrench designed for pros that combines torque-plus-angle capabilities in an easy-to-use package. Snap-on’s Heavy Duty TechAngle™ Torque and Angle Wrench (ATECH4R600) will change the way you torque. “The Snap-on Heavy Duty TechAngle™ Torque and Angle Wrench eliminates the need for angle gauges and protractors, providing the most accurate and efficient way [...]
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