Wrist pin offset is a useful tool used by OEM and aftermarket piston engineers alike. Here's an explanation of the process and why it's done.
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Piston ring packages are as carefully engineered as any high-performance part, but the “middle child” might be the most misunderstood. Here’s a look at the science that goes into second ring design.
READ MOREFebruary 6, 2019 | By Paul Huizenga
Wiseco's Quick series pistons are ready to race and make big power. Custom-designed for big-inch, competition big- and small-block engines, these pistons feature race-ready features and design. Learn more about them in this blog.
READ MOREJanuary 28, 2019 | By Jeff Huneycutt
The piston is one of many wear items in your powersports machine. It may last longer than tires or a chain, but it should still be treated as normal maintenance when the time comes. Here, we go through key tips to help you know when it's time for..
READ MOREJanuary 23, 2019 | By Paul Olesen
Here are some common causes of blow-by and excessive oil consumption and how you can avoid them on your next engine build.
READ MOREJanuary 11, 2019 | By Jeff Smith
K1 is flush with LS stroker crankshafts to take your block from boring to big-inch.
READ MOREAugust 9, 2018 | By Paul Huizenga
Make sure to pick up a copy of Drag Illustrated's latest issue and check out this awesome story on our nitrous pistons!
READ MOREJuly 18, 2018 | By Evan Perkins
While unique piston designs may seem endless, Wiseco pistons can be traced back to either a full-round or strutted forging design. Here, we dive into the theory behind piston forging design and skirt style.
READ MOREJune 14, 2018 | By Kevin Bailey
Everybody’s trying to lose a bit of weight these days, and your pistons are no exception. Why is piston weight important and how can grams be shed without sacrificing strength? We explore the process of making pistons lighter.
READ MOREMay 24, 2018 | By Paul Huizenga
LS engines are all about interchangeability and swap-ability. K1's line of LS7 crankshafts makes it possible to add factory dry-sump oiling to any Gen III/IV LS engines.
READ MOREMay 17, 2018 | By Mike Magda
