Chevy Astro Alternators, Generators, and Charging

If you're considering upgrading your classic car's charging system with an generator to alternator conversion, here are some helpful tips.

Kevin W. walks through each step of installing a new alternator bracket on a 454 Big Block Chevy.

Learn about GM alternator identification in our guide. We cover GM 3 wire alternators, 1 wire alternators, and externally regulated so you know what to choose.

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!

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.

Take a look at a few of the rare and wonderful Chevy engines in the Museum of American Speed!

In this Tech Tip, a customer asked for some recommendations on water pumps for his 1934 Chevy Coupe build.

Derek kicks off his 55 Chevy rebuild with a fresh small block.

There's a right and wrong way to run a two-barrel carburetor on your vintage engine. Check out this guide about how to select the correct carburetor for your Flathead or vintage engine.

Learn how to successfully upgrade the cooling system for a 400 small block Chevy. Read tips for installing a water pump and auxiliary coolant lines using fittings and fuel hoses.