Establishing proper bearing clearance requires serious dedication to the science of reading a micrometer. Checking the crank means measuring each journal in at least four places to check for ...

Although performance bearings aren't the first thing you think of when defining the specifications for a high-performance engine, and they probably won't do much to increase engine output, they are ...

At the heart of your powerplant is the crankshaft, and this baby not only has to endure the entire rotating mass, but it is subjected to countless spin cycles at varying rpm. It's a tough life, which ...

Blueprinting has become an abused term. For those who build their own engines—or at least want to know how to check clearances like valve-to-piston on an existing engine—we will offer some techniques ...

When checking the main bearing clearance on any engine that mounts the oil pump to the Number 5 main cap like a small- or big-block Chevy, you should always torque the main cap bolts first then torque ...