Melling Small Block Chevy

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!

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

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.

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

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.

Small block and big block Chevy engines were designed with two styles of water pumps, short and long. Before you purchase a new pump, it's important to determine which oneyou have.

The new Steel LS Mock Up Block from Speedway Motors makes it easy to fab mounts and check clearances while LS swapping your car.

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.

Choosing new wheels for a GMC Chevrolet truck. This project uses Speedway Motors GM Rally Wheels and new tires to enhance the appearance of the truck.

In this Tech Tip, John answers a customer concerns about adding additional drop to his 1960-1972 Chevy truck.