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Tips To Properly Install an MLS Headgasket

Modern MLS head gasket technology is lightyears better than old school paper and composite gaskets. However, proper installation and prep are key to making them bombproof! Here are some tips, myths, and general best practices for your next head..

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,FEATURES ,ENGINE BUILDS ,CHEVY ,CAR FEATURES

Ultimate Sleeper: This Kia Van is Stuffed with a V12 LS Engine

Matt and Shane Corish, makers of the V12 LS engine, have built the ultimate sleeper with this V12 powered Kia van! 

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,Powersports ,ENGINE TECH ,Tech

Compression Ratio Theory and How to Calculate in Powersports

Whether you're buying pistons for a motorcycle, ATV, or UTV, you'll most likely see options in different compression ratios. A lot of factors go into designing pistons for different compression ratios. Here we'll take a look how compression ratio is..

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,PISTONS 101 ,ENGINE TECH ,Tech

Piston Ring Materials Explained

Rings are rings right? Wrong! In addition to thickness and diameter, there are several different ring materials, styles, and coatings available to maximize performance in a variety of engine environments. 

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What Is Piston Slap And False Knock?

Piston slap is a descriptor tossed out a lot. But, what is it? What causes the phenomenon and what can be done to prevent it?  READ MORE

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