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!

Chevy Small Block Casting Numbers

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.

Small Block and Big Block Chevy Engine Flexplate Guide

How to maintain coolant temperature for a Big Block Chevy engine. Installation instructions for a double pass radiator and electric fan in a 1954 Chevy Bel Air.

454 Big Block Chevy Radiator Install

How to install a chrome radiator hose kit and aluminum thermostat housing on a big block Chevy for an added touch to your engine bay.

Radiator Hose Replacement - Big Block Chevy

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

Small Block Chevy Head Identification Guide | Casting Numbers Explained

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

Historic Chevy Performance Engines

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.

Upgrading the Cooling System for a Small Block Chevy

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.

For the Love of the Flathead V8

Professional insight on some useful crate engine tools that will improve your engine building experience.

Engine Building Tool Guide

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.

Ford Flathead V8 Firing Order and Specs

Engine Family Facets

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C/K Series Big Block Chevy Technical Books

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Car Tech SA311 How-To Build Max-Performance on Budget Book, BBC