Check out our 6.2L CT525 motor backed by Chevrolet Performance: This crate engine is designed specifically for Circle Track Racing and the high RPMs out on track! To learn about our other racing engine applications, click here. Factory Modified For Durability This racing Engine is specifically designed for circle track applications and is based on…
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We all know project cars can quickly snowball into much more than originally planned or budgeted. Everybody loves a classic restoration or restomod, but sometimes it’s fun to upgrade a daily driver too. There are plenty of mods available to provide everyday driving enjoyment without breaking the bank. For a great example, look no further…
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There are many different ways to upgrade your Chevy Silverado. Lifting it is among the best upgrades. This is true with most trucks, SUVs, and Jeeps, like we discussed in this blog post. Read on to find out why. 1. Lifting Your Silverado With A Quality Kit Will Drastically Improve Its Appearance When you lift…
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At Karl Kustoms, we always enjoy seeing a C8 Corvette come into our shop. Whether it’s for a Summer Nights event (like the one we covered in this post) or for a modification job, we always gather around to check out the C8. C8 Corvettes are nice to look at and fun to drive. What’s…
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The road to finishing a project car is always paved with good intentions. Mark Oberkircher found this out after purchasing a 1971 Pontiac GTO way back in 1993. Mark paid only $700 for the GTO. It was only a body in primer. It didn’t even come with an engine or transmission. He saw it as…
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Check out our all new stripped down LS3 6.2 motor from GM – it’s a blank canvas for your classic car or truck! Karl Kustoms GM LS3 6.2 Motor Specs: It’s the same LS3 6.2 motor as before with a nodular iron crankshaft, powdered metal connecting rods, hypereutectic pistons, and LS3 cylinder heads. However, unlike…
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At Karl Kustoms, we work on all kinds of Chevys, including the classic one featured in this blog post. We also love checking late model Camaros, like the ones featured in this blog post. There are some projects we’re particularly proud of, like the 1950 Chevy 2-door Sedan Deluxe featured in this blog post. One…
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Sometimes when you’re swapping in a new engine, the OEM starter doesn’t fit into the new setup anymore. For example, the OEM starter may conflict with the header, exhaust tubing, or part of the frame. In that case, you would need to move the starter farther away from these parts. Moving the starter further from…
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At Karl Kustoms, we’re widely known for our products, services, and Summer Nights events (including virtual ones). Our last 2021 Summer Nights event took place in September. To say that we went out with a bang would be an understatement. Many amazing cars were featured at this event, including (but not limited to): A convertible…
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Are you doing an LS swap on your older car? You may want to upgrade the oil pan, as well. If you’re looking for recommendations on which oil pan to get, you came to the right place. Reasons To Upgrade Your Oil Pan The LS is a great engine to swap into many different vehicles.…
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