Underhood Automotive
Turbo Tools: Boost Driveability, Diagnostics

The two most important parameters to look at are the desired boost pressure and actual boost pressure during a test drive.

Engine Build: 331 cid Gen I Hemi Engine

Find out what went into revitalizing this Gen I Hemi from the ’50s!

Engine Build: Turbocharged Gen V 454 cid Big Block Chevy

Joshua Gomez hot rodded this 454 cid Gen V big block Chevy to the tune of 1,800 horsepower.

Engine Build: 600 HP Turbocharged M20B30 BMW Engine

When Yves Decan bought an e21 320 project car, the BMW fanatic in him took over.

Closed-Deck EJ257 Subaru Engine

Check out Renner Racing Development’s time attack car featuring a closed-deck EJ257 Subaru engine.

Alcohol-Powered Tractor Pulling Engines

As motorsports keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with an engine, tractor pulling is no different.

Whatever Happened To The Original Hemi Head?

Many purists say what we think of a Hemi engine today doesn’t meet the hemisperical standards.

Radio Waves And No-Start Diagnostics

When a vehicle starts today, the energizing of the starter is only one of many events.

Diagnosing Secondary Ignition Problems

Kilovolt demand can vary widely according to air/fuel ratio, running compression and spark timing.

VW DSG 02E Transmission: A Diagnostic Pre-Checklist

This particular transmission is frequently powered by a diesel engine.

Engine Compression Testing

Read this article to find out how to reduce rotating friction and increase running compression.

Transmission 2.0: Reprogramming Drivetrain Modules

If you’re performing drivetrain service and replacement, you need to be able to reflash or reprogram the transmission.