Engine & Drivetrain

Learn from the engine building experts with our informative articles on everything under the hood. We will also include new engine and drivetrain products and step-by-step installations to keep you informed.


SEMA Opposes Virginia Exhaust Noise Bill

SEMA Opposes Virginia Exhaust Noise Bill

A bill to ban the sale of “any aftermarket exhaust system component” that would cause the vehicle to produce “excessive or unusual noise” has been introduced in the Virginia House of Delegates. SEMA has urged lawmakers to reject the bill, which was the subject of a hearing before the House Transportation Committee.

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New Race Billet Distributor from Crane Cams

The new billet distributor is designed specifically for use in oval track or drag racing applications.

Just released from Crane Cams is a Race Billet Distributor, an accurate “locked” model distributor that is engineered specifically for oval track and drag racing applications. The analog design unit complies with rule requirements for a number of sanctioning organizations.

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Joe Gibbs Driven Introducing Non-Synthetic High-Performance Motor Oil at HRR Trade Show

The new motor oil is designed for use in muscle cars, street rods and vintage racing vehicles.

Joe Gibbs Driven has announced that it will be unveiling a non-synthetic version of its Hot Rod High-Performance Motor Oil at the upcoming Hotrod & Restoration Trade Show.

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New Glasspack Header Mufflers from Cherry Bomb

New Glasspack Header Mufflers from Cherry Bomb

Cherry Bomb has recently introduced four new Glasspack header mufflers, which are designed for rodders who want the distinctive sound of the Cherry Bomb glasspack in a muffler that bolts directly to their headers, said the company.

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New Extreme Duty Housing from the 9-Inch Factory

The new housing is stamped from 1/4-inch thick steel.

The 9-Inch Factory has released a new ¼-inch thick housing that offers increased rigidity and is further strengthened with double-width welds. The housing features a 360-degree, 3/8-inch thick inner mounting flange for third member reinforcement.

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Tracerline's Leak Detection Dye for All Coolants

Tracerline's specially formulated dye is safe to use for both extended-life and conventional coolants.

Tracerline Dye-Lite Clear-Blue fluorescent dye is designed to make it easy for technicians to locate coolant leaks in engine systems.

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Tech Tip: Quality is Worth the Price

Just because a few folks recommended the inexpensive pump, a customer didn’t see the need to spend a few more bucks for a trusted brand name. Usually, you get what you pay for, and this was a perfect example.

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Fuel Enrichment System from Nitrous Express

Nitrous Express' SAFE System will support up to 300 nitrous horsepower.

The Nitrous Express SAFE System is a stand alone fuel enrichment system that is designed to improve the performance on any nitrous system. The SAFE System includes a high-strength composite fuel cell that can be mounted in most factory battery trays without modification.

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Tech Solutions: Tips for Performance Engine Builders

Tech Solutions is a section that runs in select issues of Hotrod & Restoration, providing an opportunity for our readers who are professional performance engine builders to share their expertise with other builders.

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Titling: What California Hobbyists Need to Know

SEMA, working on behalf of California enthusiasts of specialty vehicles (such as street rods, custom vehicles, kit cars and replicas)has resolved a complex and threatening issue to this market segment and the industry it serves.

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