Posts tagged ‘Crate Engines’

Karl Kustoms & Kyle Robinson At The 2024 IMCS Super Nationals

Kyle Robinson is a seasoned competitor at the IMCA Super Nationals, showcasing his skill with both modified and stock builds. As a seasoned competitor, Robinson is known for his attention to detail and dedication to perfecting his cars, which always has him in the running. One of the most interesting aspects of Robinson’s racing style is…

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One Cool Caddy: 1947 Series 62 Convertible

The 1947 Cadillac Series 62 was the last of the second-generation passenger cars that brought us two new models: the Coupe Deville and the Eldorado. It was a complementary series to the entry-level 61 Series and became larger and more stylish as the series progressed. By 1947, the cars were available in a 2-door coupe,…

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Kustom Upholstery Highlight: 1956 Bel Air Wagon

A 1956 Chevy Bel Air Wagon is an awesome American classic. Its timeless design just seems to get better with age. Our client loves his and asked us to design a custom interior for his pristine example. As Zach Watertor one of our talented upholsterers at Karl Kustoms put it: “We went a little overboard.”…

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Connect And Cruise 101: What You Need To Know

When it comes to upgrading, modifying, or rebuilding a classic or performance car, getting all the right parts can be a daunting task. That’s where Connect and Cruise comes in. This term refers to the full package of parts you need to get your vehicle up and running. At Karl Kustoms, we always put the…

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The 10 Most Popular Engines Of 2022

At Karl Kustoms, we know a thing or two about engine performance, which is why we offer services like late-model performance upgrades and have a complete machine shop to help build and test your engine. We also sell a lot of engines at Karl Kustoms, including crate engines from Ford, GM, or Mopar, racing engines, and even…

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Karl Kustoms Crate Engines: Chevy CT525 6.2L Circle Track Racing Motor

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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GM LS3 Long-Block – A Blank Canvas For Your Build

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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The Karl Kustoms Crate Engine Program

At Karl Kustoms, we know dirt track engines quite well. We’ve been building championship-proven engines and selling Chevrolet Performance dirt track engines for decades. In fact, we’ve been around the whole time these crate engines have been used for racing. We know these engines like the back of our hands. If you buy a turn-key…

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How To Unbox A Crate Engine

So you got a new Chevrolet crate engine Congratulations! Now what? The first thing you need to do when you receive it is to unbox it. What Does It Mean To Unbox A Crate Engine? Unboxing a crate engine is pretty self explanatory. It’s the process of taking the engine out of the box when…

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The Best Chevy Crate Engine Is…

Are you looking to drop a new Chevy crate engine into your vehicle? If so, you may be wondering which Chevy crate engine you should get. We wish we could answer the question for you. Only you can determine the best Chevy crate engine for your vehicle. We’ll help you make an educated decision, though.…

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