Blog Posts About Engines
Chevrolet Performance, a pioneer in Connect and Cruise Powertrain Systems, has expanded its 2017 lineup to include Gen I Small-Block, Big-Block, and carbureted LS engines (like these). These comprehensive packages include engines, transmissions, electronic controllers, and all necessary wiring harnesses.
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For the ultimate in crate engine convenience, Chevrolet offers three versions of the Chevrolet 350/290 Crate Motor. This article is the first in a series that features the Chevrolet 350/290 Crate Engines. (Follow these links for the second and third articles in the 350/290 series.) No other manufacturer offers the range of factory-engineered crate engines you’ll…
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The classic 350 Small-Block engine has powered countless project cars since its introduction in the 1967 Camaro – and it is easy to understand why. It makes great power and torque in a compact, affordable package. Chevrolet Performance offers three different levels of their Crate Motors This article is the last in a series featuring…
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The 350 Small Block Part Number 19355659 is the cornerstone of the performance world and the 350/290 Deluxe Crate Motor is Chevy’s most affordable high performance Small Block crate engine. This article is the second in a series of three, which feature Chevrolet Performance 350/290 crate motors. The 350/290 Deluxe combines Chevrolet Performance’s most popular…
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For decades, Chevrolet has channeled the technology and experience from racing on road courses, ovals, and drag strips into high-performance crate engines with engineering no aftermarket manufacturer can match. The Street Performance (SP) line of engines offers great power at a great value, and Chevrolet SP383 Performance Crate Motor Deluxe (part number 19355722) is more…
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As the latest in Chevrolet Performance’s Street Performance (SP) crate engine lineup, the SP350/357 Turn-Key Crate Motor is designed as an affordable performer to match just about any budget. It uses stronger components and modern technology to make it a better alternative to rebuilding. Based on the value-driven 350 HO crate engine, Chevy Performance engineers swapped…
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The Chevrolet Performance ZZ502/502 Deluxe Crate Motor is one of the most popular Big-Block crate engine for street and strip. It is a benchmark crate motor for the industry and offers an excellent value with a proven combination of performance features. Its 508 horsepower and 580 lb.-ft. of torque demand your full attention, and it…
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The LS3 is known as a high-revving, deep-breathing crate engine, and it is available in a variety of configurations. Read all about the engine’s specs and find a list of part numbers for the currently available LS3s. By the way, this post was written in 2017. We do our best to update links and info,…
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It’s that time of year again! The SEMA show is going on in Las Vegas, and Chevrolet Performance has released a bunch of new parts. While most people are talking about some of the newly released high-power, high-cost crate engines, we’re excited about a new budget crate motor that’s sure to be a hit for…
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USMTS – United States Modified Touring Series – is one of the fastest-growing race series in the United States. Popular for its unique combination of entertainment and top tier competition, many USMTS events take place in front of sold-out crowds. At Karl Kustoms, we’ve been building engines for USMTS racers for more than a decade.…
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