Chevy Chevelle 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.

Jeff demonstrates how to install the front runner drive system by Vintage Air in his 1967 Chevelle project car all while maintaining a simple, factory fresh look.

Learn about performing an LS Swap in a 1972 Chevelle in this tech article. We'll discuss lessons learned from our Chevelle engine swap using a 500-horse 6.0.

Learn the basic function of a torque converter along with alternative ways to cool your Chevy transmission.

The 1964 Corvette L79 327 is legendary, learn more about this storied engine and what you need to build a clone.

This project consists of using welding cable to relocate a battery to the trunk of a 1967 Chevelle. Learn the benefits of using welding cable over normal battery cable and how line clamps are used to secure the wire to the frame rail.

In this project, you will see how Jeff repaints a garage sale 496 BluePrint crate engine and learn the importance of preparing the engine for a successful restoration.

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!