Ford 385 Series Big Block V8 460 Ignition, Charging and Starting

Ford’s small block and big block engine families have their share of flexplate differences. We’ll show you what to look for in this buyer’s guide.

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.

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.

Learn correct spark plug firing orders for SBC, LS, Mopar, AMC, and Ford V8s, and learn what the correct firing order means for performance.

While everyone is looking for a 6.0 LS, don’t count out the original 5.7 LS1 engine for your next LS swap performance build

Upgrading to electronic ignition is a huge improvement in performance, reliability, and lower maintenance that you can add to just about any engine your project may be running. Learn all about your electronic ignition choices in this buyer's guide.

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

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

The 454 big block Chevy is still a popular build option for when there is no replacement for displacement!

Bringing an old Mopar back to life isn't always a breeze. Fortunately, MSD has come up with a solution for those outdated and unreliable points-type ignition systems. Find out how to install a MSD 8386 distributor and MSD 5531 spark plug wires