In this article, we will provide you with the necessary information to allow you to determine which block is which. It would be tough to discover you bought a used PSI block when you thought you were buying a General Motors piece. Those of you who need this information will be truly grateful, and those […]
The History & Benefits of the 8.1 Vortec Big-Block
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The inception of the Gen 7, General Motors’ big block, appears to be in or around 1994 or 1995. GM took the old technology of the Gen 4, 5, and 6 big-block platforms and adapted it to the emissions requirements projected for 1997. Two different thermal cooling systems were tested to compare engine efficiencies. One […]
How to Choose Driveline Upgrades for a 5th Gen Camaro
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The 2010–2015 Camaro came with some robust drivetrain options, though depending on the model and application, it may not be exactly what is needed. The most notorious shortcoming of the V-6 and SS models is the rear end. The factory differential housing is aluminum, prone to flex, and equipped with a very weak posi unit. […]
How to Identify a 1970-1972 Chevelle by its Headlights and Taillights
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The 1970 model year would be the last year for Chevelles to come equipped with individual low- and high-beam headlamps. While some will argue the 1970 Monte Carlo isn’t a true Chevelle, the Monte Carlo was built at the same assembly plants as other Chevelles, was VIN sequenced with other Chevelles (meaning when a Monte […]
How to Install Nitrous on a 5th Gen Camaro
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To some, this may appear as an intimidating pile of parts, but to others, this is exactly what the doctor ordered. Most nitrous kits are anything but application-specific. Nitrous Outlet offers a completely plug-and-play plate kit for the fifth-gen that eliminates the guesswork and fabrication. Every part you need is included in one easy-to-order kit, […]
How to Identify a Chevy Inline-6 Engine
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Engine identification Whether you are looking to purchase a Stovebolt for your project or already have one, the most important first step is identifying everything you can about the engine. This will serve you well when ordering parts and perusing parts at swap meets. Again, the desirable years are 1954– 1962 with the 1958–1962 being […]
How to Install Heads and a Cam on a 5th Gen Camaro
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Thanks to the magnificent flow of the LS3 and L99 heads, it has become all too common for fifth-gen Camaro SSs to hit 500-rwhp when equipped with only the necessary valvetrain upgrades and supporting bolt-ons. With the previous genera- tion, you were lucky to make more than 440-rwhp without race gas and a serious set […]
How to Prepare Your Chevelle for Paintwork
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Before you get started on the metal fabricating and body repair, it is important to photograph and document many areas of the project, both before you get started and while you are disassembling the car. Whether you are using the original sheet metal or if you plan on replacing some of it, it is important […]
How to Rebuild the Distributor on a Chevy Inline-6 Engine
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In this article, I am going to rebuild a Delco tall-cap distributor from the ground up. This means taking apart everything, thoroughly cleaning and replacing any broken or unusable parts. This also applies to short-cap distributors. The only differences are the cap itself, spring hold-downs for the cap, and the length of the upper shaft […]
How to Remove the Dash from a 70-72 Chevelle
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Dash Carrier Assembly Removal You are now ready to remove the dash assembly. This would once again be a good time to solicit the help of a buddy to aid in its removal. Supporting the center of the dash is critical so as to not crack or damage it during removal. It is very heavy […]
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