Studebaker Chevy 283 Transmissions

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

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

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!

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 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.

We finally get to drive Project Chevelle after the big engine swap, and it's pretty awesome. Rowing through the gears with our new Tremec 5-speed isn't bad either!

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

Learn how Zach replaces a transmission and breakaway converter in his 55 Chevy, with some helpful tips along the way.

In this episode, Project Chevelle takes a big step in its muscle car transformation. It's out with the little old 307 and to the dyno with our new 383 from BluePrint Engines!