Racing Intake Valves

Learn how to check and set your engine's valve lashes to prevent and detect engine failure. See steps on removing spark plugs and if they are tuned correctly.

Learn how to choose the right valve springs for your camshaft, the differences between single and dual valve springs and when to replace them.

The history behind the Edelbrock Slingshot Intake Manifold for a Flathead Ford V8 engine. Learn why it was designed and how you can add it to your hot rod as a conversation piece.

Check out some cool overhead conversions to the Ford flathead V8 on display in the Museum of American Speed!

Dual plane or single plane intake manifold? Which is the best for your project vehicle's engine? Learn the differences in our buyer's guide.

Dave gives a few tips on how to select the appropriate intake manifold for your project.

Keep your rear cylinders running cool in a high performance engine by installing a water bypass kit to the intake manifold.

The classic 350 small-block Chevy is beloved for its simplicity and strength. And yes, you can turbocharge it to unlock modern levels of horsepower. Turbocharging a SBC 350 can transform your vintage V8 into a streetable, tire-shredding monster..

The dyno at the Speedway Motors Racing Engine shop is always humming. We set up a camera in the cell to catch a few of the engines that have passed through the door recently.

Tim talks about the Offenhauser 4 x 2 Pacesetter intake.