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Old 09-17-2011, 02:12 PM   #4
PGSigns
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Re: Little known engine building tips?

The biggest thing to making power is a good combination. I have seen a lot of motors over the years that folks thought would fly and were pigs. Good cylinder heads with cam intake and carb to match will make good power. Taking time to plan the entire package from engine to trany to the rear gear and tire size will always help. Some of the most common mistakes I see folks make are cams and carbs that are to big for the combination and vehicle they are in. The biggest secret to making power that I have is a relationship with my local race engine shop. All auto machine shops will be happy to take your money, a good race engine shop will be able to make more power with that money. Let them know what you need a motor do do when done and be ready to listen to what they have to say. I have used the same one for the last 20 plus years and have always been happy with what came off the dyno.
Jimmy
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