Big block and small block engines both have merit, and choosing one for your car comes down to what you want it to do.

When it comes to engines, the term "block" can mean a few things. There's big block versus small block and short block vs long block, but at the heart of the matter is the engine itself. The ...

An engine failure can turn an otherwise dependable vehicle into an expensive ownership decision. However, rebuilding an ...

Your car's internal combustion engine relies on a huge number of large, small, and oddly-shaped parts. One of the biggest and most important parts of your motor is the engine block or cylinder block, ...

This 427ci sleeper is a good reason why you don’t judge an engine by the size of its block. The art of deception plays a significant role in the hot rod world. Although most enthusiasts are ...

While there have been some iconic big-block engines over the last few decades, it's difficult to argue with the success of the small-block engine. Small-block engines not only weigh less — allowing ...

Much has changed in the automotive industry since the beginning of the 20th century. Traditionally, the material trusted under the hood for engine blocks was iron. In fact, some brands like Dodge and ...

We're not sure why, but most people tend to shy away when talk turns to block sleeves. The rap may go, "Yeah, it runs strong, but there's a sleeve in number 6," and somehow it seems tainted. Is there ...

Reusing cylinder head bolts sounds like an easy way to save on repairs, but the decision carries more weight than you think. Learn if they should stay or go.

Pouring concrete into your engine block might sound like something out of a gearhead's nightmare. If merely putting the wrong oil in your engine can lead to catastrophic damage, just imagine what ...