Mopar 499 Street Hero (Part 2): Step-by-Step Short Block Assembly

Editor’s Note: Mike Mavrigian has been building engines almost as long as there has been internal combustion. Mike’s shop, Birchwood Automotive, specializes in street performance and racing engines and vehicle restoration. As you’ll see in this article series, he includes a wealth of information on his engine builds. NOTE: Updated 5/2/18 with oil pump intermediate driveshaft images,

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Mopar 499 Street Hero (Part One): Engine Block Machining & Prep

Editor’s Note: Mike Mavrigian has been building engines almost as long as there has been internal combustion. Mike’s shop, Birchwood Automotive, specializes in street performance and racing engines and vehicle restoration. As you’ll see in this article series, he includes a wealth of information on his engine builds. [portfolio_slideshow id=39615] This engine build starts where they

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