V8 Articles
Adapting Tremec's Popular T5 5-speed Manual to Ford's Flathead V8 Engine
by Jason Lubken
9/22/2022
We can teach you some of the major differences between the Ford and GM-style T5 Flathead transmission adapter kits. We'll also walk you through choosing the correct parts in order to make this installation a breeze!
Ford Flathead V8 Firing Order and Specs
by Jason Lubken
6/22/2021
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.
SBC Firing Order and Torque Specs | 350 & others
by Jason Lubken
6/7/2021
Reference material on the firing order and torque specs of a Small Block Chevy. Our guide covers popular SBC V8 Torque specifications so you can be sure you're getting peak performance.
Junkyard LS Swap Identification Guide: Part 1
10/11/2018
Trying to decide which power plant to use in your latest project? Here's a quick guide of modern V8 engines for hot rodders to consider.
For the Love of the Flathead V8
2/26/2018
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.
Header Suggestions for a '33 Ford
by John Wulbern
2/15/2017
In this Tech Tip, one of our customers asks for a suggestion on exhaust headers for his 1933 pickup.
Speedway Tech Talk - LS Wired!
by Pat Orth
11/17/2016
Pat shows off how easy wiring your LS can be with our LS wiring kit.
Speedway Tech Talk - Ford V8-60 Flathead Parts
by Tim Matthews
11/1/2016
Tim talks about the rare V8-60 engine and the parts we have to offer for one.
Approved Upgrades for the GM Crate 602/604
7/7/2016
Tips and tricks to pull the most from your GM 602/604 platform.
What's in a BluePrint Crate Engine?
by Jason Lubken
7/6/2016
There are a lot of options out there when you're ready for a replacement performance crate engine. But if you compare the competition to BluePrint Engines, you'll find the value is hard to beat.