Gen 1 L14 Small Block Chevy Muscle & Classic Car Alternators, Generators, and Charging

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.

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

The small block Chevy is still a great option for your muscle car, hot rod, or classic truck, just follow our build lists

Learn the differences between Chevy 2-bolt and 4-bolt main blocks, how to ID them, key years, and whether a 4-bolt is worth it for your build

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

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

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

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