Oldsmobile Chevy 302 Headers and Exhaust Manifolds

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, a customer asked about using a set of Small Block Chevy Sprint Roadster headers for his trike, powered by a stock 305.

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!

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.

Learn how to wrap exhaust headers to help keep under hood temperatures down. This articles shows how cast iron exhaust manifolds are wrapped in 1-inch black header wrap with stainless steel exhaust wrap ties.

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.

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.

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

Whether you’re looking for performance improvements or heat reduction, if you decide to wrap your headers, we'll show you the benefits and possible precautions to take before you wrap your exhaust.