From 1961 through 1963, Chrysler tried an aluminum-block version of the Slant 6, but we can’t exactly call it an experiment as more than 50,000 were produced. Continue reading
Adding Lightness: Chrysler’s Aluminum Slant 6, 1961-63
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Chevy’s Mightiest Small-Block V8: the 1964-65 375 HP L84
The most powerful of the first-generation small-block Chevy V8s was the L84 available in 1964-65 Corvettes, boasting 327 cubic inches and 375 horsepower. Let’s dig into the details. Continue reading
Piston Rings Saved Our Marriage: A 1937 Automotive Drama
Excessive oil consumption in the family car is leading to this young couple’s financial ruin. Luckily, Perfect Circle piston rings are here to save the day. Continue reading
What Made the Hudson Hornet Engine So Great?
In the early years of NASCAR, Hudson dominated the field with a lowly flathead six. Here’s our take on why such an unlikely engine worked so well. Continue reading
1939: Ford Finally Adopts Hydraulic Brakes
Change often came at a leisurely pace at the Ford Motor Company in the ’30s, but in 1939 the company finally embraced hydraulic brakes. Continue reading
The 1965 Kaehni Ignition Mystery
In 1965, hot rodders were baffled by this ignition system with just one spark-plug wire to fire all eight plugs. How could that ever work? It did, and here’s how. Continue reading
Engine Knock and Pre-Ignition: A Beautiful Dynamic Animation
Here’s a crystal-clear look at engine knock and pre-ignition in a beautifully done digital animation. Continue reading