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Inside the small-block Chevy that quietly changed performance history

The Small-Block Chevy has not only become a cornerstone of American automotive performance but has also influenced countless ...
Fast Lane Only on MSN

Inside the Chevrolet LT-1 that redefined small-block performance

The Chevrolet LT-1 engine has become an iconic symbol of small-block performance, combining cutting-edge technology with a ...
autoevolution

5 Sub-$4,000 Chevy Small-Block Crate Engines for Your Budget Truck Build

If you're looking for a budget-friendly small-block Chevy V8 for your next pickup truck project, look no further than these five crate engines available for less than $4,000. When thinking about crate ...
Hot Rod

Short-Deck Small-Block: Honey, I Shrunk the Chevy

Let's get small: The new short-deck small-block is designed for short-stroke crankshafts and short connecting rods. GM Motorsports engineers sliced the block deck height .825 inches and raised the ...
SlashGear

Ford's 221 Windsor V8: The Blue Oval's First Small-Block Engine

Ford has created some iconic vehicles over its long history in the industry, from the Explorer to the classic Model T. The vehicles themselves, of course, serve as the most prominent work an auto ...
Hot Rod

Small-Block vs. Big-Block Engine Shootout: Dragstrip and Dyno Test Results!

Hot rod builds a mouse trap and tries to catch a rat. Originally published in the August 1998 issue of Hot Rod magazine. To celebrate HOT ROD's 75th anniversary, we teamed up with CASTROL GTX to bring ...
SlashGear

Short Block Vs. Long Block: What's The Differences Between These Engine Terms?

When you find yourself in need of a new engine for your vehicle, you'll likely end up buying a remanufactured engine instead of rebuilding it or having it rebuilt. That decision depends on the type of ...