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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
Small changes offer big benefits when it comes to selecting aftermarket rods for your next Chevy LS engine build. Here’s a look at how rod length affects the performance and durability of an engine - and you thought you’d never use that Geometry..
READ MOREMay 10, 2018 | By Paul Huizenga
Oil rail supports are a common feature of short compression height pistons. Despite some builder's concerns, they work fantastic and allow wrist pin placement and stroker crankshafts that would otherwise be impossible.
READ MOREMay 9, 2018 | By John Baechtel
Most have heard of spirolocks and other methods of wrist-pin retention, but when it comes to all-out racing, wrist pin buttons reign king of strength and simplicity.
READ MOREApril 27, 2018 | By Mike Magda
A successful engine build begins with the right components. K1 Technology’s rotating assemblies give you a head start with high-quality internals that are perfectly matched, with no guesswork.
READ MOREApril 12, 2018 | By Paul Huizenga
The right tools make the difference between a simple task and a painful ordeal. Wiseco’s piston ring compressor sleeves are an indispensable addition to any engine builder’s toolbox, and make it easy to do the job right the first time.
READ MOREMarch 26, 2018 | By Paul Huizenga
Ring tension is a critical element of combustion sealing, but myths surrounding it run rampant. We clear the air and set the record straight on ring tension.
READ MOREMarch 16, 2018 | By Mike Magda
