Blog Posts About Engines
In case you haven’t noticed, we added a new GM engine to our inventory: the GM 350/265 small block! Check it out: This new small block engine is a basic entry level engine. Yet, you can load it up with many upgrades. It’s designed to be a drop in replacement for 60s, 70s and 80s…
We have an exciting announcement: we just added a new Chevrolet engine to our line up! Let us introduce the new Chevy LS364 engine: The best part about this engine is it produces 450 horsepower. It’s an affordable high performance engine that has so much to offer. This Engine Is A Great Upgrade For Older…
The GM LS364/450 engine is a budget-friendly engine that gives your earlier LS-powered vehicle more power. It’s very versatile, which is a quality that attracts many hot rod builders and enthusiasts. You can read more about this engine here on our blog or over on the Fuel Curve website here. This engine is a long-block…
We hit the ground running this January with a focus on engine swaps! In our shop, we welcomed a 1966 C10 and a 1937 Chevy for a new custom shop project among other things. What a way to start the New Year! Check out this 350/265 small block which is a great base engine for…
At Karl Kustoms, we have a sweet spot for late-model performance trucks. There’s something about revamping a trusted friend that gets our motors running. We do a lot of engine swaps here, but this one was a little different. Our customer brought in a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado LS (like these) with about 150,000 miles on…
The world of pull truck racing is different from all others. The idea is to carry an impossibly heavy load as far as possible before bogging out. Pull truck racing attracts a special kind of racer. Tom Rea, a local pull truck racer and Karl Kustoms customer, is just such a guy. Rea doesn’t put…
Are you looking for a LS long block engine to drop into your vehicle? If so, you may be excited to hear that Chevrolet just came out with three new LS long block engines. A Little Bit About Long Block Engines Long block engines are not complete engines. They’re cheaper than crate engines because they’re…
The Chevy II Nova SS is one of the most iconic automobiles ever produced by Chevrolet. The Nova may be gone, but it’s not forgotten. Take a look at the video, and you’ll see just how cool this Chevy II Nova SS restoration is. From its pristine exterior to its vibrant red upholstery, the vehicle…
The engine dyno is used in a variety of ways. From breaking in a new crate motor to diagnostics, dynos are an invaluable tool. Ever wondered what exactly an engine dyno does? They’re used for far more than just tracking horsepower and torque curves. Our machine shop manager Kelly Tapper recently granted an inside look…
Summer Nights, classic racers, and refreshed cruisers. We always have something for everyone to love here at Karl Kustoms. At long last, we were finally able to gather once more this august. With our Summer Nights back in full swing and a wealth of entertaining rides and customer stories, this August had plenty to love.…