Identify SBC heads using casting numbers, style tips, and year-by-year guides for your small block Chevy engine projects

Small Block Chevy Head Identification Guide | Casting Numbers Explained

Over several generations of small block Chevy (and big block Chevy) engines there have been several changes that dictate what flexplate works with them. We’ll help you determine the correct flexplate for your Chevy engine in this buyer’s guide.

Small Block and Big Block Chevy Engine Flexplate Guide

Decode small block Chevy engine suffix codes and block casting numbers with our SBC decoding info guide. Learn how to find and decipher your small block Chevy engine codes quickly and easily!

Chevy Small Block Casting Numbers

Concerned about a transmission swap? Our engine transmission compatibility checker will help confirm what you need to make it happen.

Transmission Interchange List Chevy, Ford, Mopar V8 Compatibility

In this Tech Tip, John advises a customer on the parts needed to slip a small block Chevy engine in his 1953 Chevy 3600.

Small Block Chevy in a 1953 Chevy 3600

Rebuilding an engine? Stay organized by using a valvetrain rocker arm organizer tray while disassembling the valvetrain components. Learn some tips on why you shouldn't mix up lifters if you intend on using them again.

Disassembling Valvetrain Components

Learn about the specs of the V8 Ford Flathead Engine. Check out these Flathead firing order diagrams and torque specifications chart created by the experts.

Ford Flathead V8 Firing Order and Specs

Heath P. tells his story on how the passion for 'hot rodding' was instilled in him by his grandfather. From driving tractors on their family farm to becoming a Ford family, you are in for a good read.

For the Love of the Flathead V8

Josh takes the plunge into making some patch panels for his 50 Chevy pickup truck. See how he begins the installation process to get the truck back on the road.

50 Chevy Patch

Tim talks about the rare V8-60 engine and the parts we have to offer for one.

Speedway Tech Talk - Ford V8-60 Flathead Parts

Engine Family Facets

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1990 Pontiac Firebird Chevy 5.0 Cylinder Block Components

1990 Pontiac Firebird Chevy 5.0 Cylinder Block Components | Speedway Motors

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SoloSwap® Small Block Chevy Mock Up Engine Swap Dummy Block Kits

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