Less maintenance and a smoother operation are just a few benefits of running hydraulic lifters in engines, which is why just ...

For many Ford enthusiasts, merely uttering the words modular engine conjures thoughts of complexity and uniqueness. The overhead camshaft design and different-looking cylinder heads have the die-hard ...

Does your engine need a valve adjustment? It depends on the age, condition and brand of vehicle you’re driving. Due to the popularization of roller-follower valve train designs that reduce friction ...

When it comes to modern internal combustion engines, there are two types that dominate the industry: pushrod and overhead camshaft (OHC). While pushrod engines were the stars of the show for many ...

General Motors has spent decades refining overhead-valve V8s while much of the industry pivoted to dual overhead cam designs, turbocharging, and downsized blocks. I set out to understand why Chevrolet ...

Even with all of its blunders over the years, one thing about General Motors that we can't really fault is its lineup of small block V8 engines. These engines have been especially central to Chevy's ...