While Chevrolet did produce a select few 427-cubic-inch engines a few years prior (the Z11) for the Chevy Impala, the wildly popular Chevy 427 V8 engine became available to the general public in 1966. The engine won instant fans, because the powerplant offered versatility and piles of horsepower. The 427 powered vehicles across the spectrum
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we help a reader overhaul his Rat motor for street/strip performance. G.T. • Keaau, HI Q: I have 1973 454 big block Chevy. It has 8.5:1 compression, stock oval port cylinder heads, a Crane PowerMax camshaft, an Edelbrock Performer
Got questions? We’ve got the answers—the Summit Racing tech department tackles your automotive-related conundrums. This week, we’re providing tips on proper engine break-in. Bill M. • Summit, IL Q: I have a Chevy big block that I’m going to use specifically for drag racing. I was wondering, what is the best way to break-in a
If you’re thinking of buying a gear drive, chances are it’s for one of two reasons: you want more accurate cam timing than a chain can provide or you want that cool gear whine. Both are good, logical rationalizations for spending the grocery money on a car part. Milodon makes some nice gear drives worthy
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