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

Looking to swap the venerable LS engine into your hot rod, muscle car, or classic truck? Take a look at our detailed identification guide for Gen III/IV LS engines before you hit the salvage yard or swap meet!

Gen III/IV LS Engine ID Guide

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

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

Transmission Interchange List Chevy, Ford, Mopar V8 Compatibility

Inside GM’s Gen V LT engine family: history, tech, and performance of each LT engine option available.

GM Gen V Engine Guide | LT & EcoTec3 Engine Specs Guide

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

Historic Chevy Performance Engines

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

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

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

Alternator Bracket Install on a 454 Big Block Chevy

See how Jeff installs Hedman mid-length headers to the big block in his '67 Chevelle. Learn about the modifications made to the steering shaft and the clamp on the lower steering column for a successful application.

Big Block Chevy Header Install - 1967 Chevelle

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