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Engine Break-In After Re-Assembly

Engine Break-In After Re-Assembly

So you just finished assembling your high-performance engine build and re-installed it in your BMW. Now what? Proper engine break-in is a crucial step in ensuring the longevity and performance...

Engine Break-In After Re-Assembly

So you just finished assembling your high-performance engine build and re-installed it in your BMW. Now what? Proper engine break-in is a crucial step in ensuring the longevity and performance...

CP-Carrillo Piston Installation Orientation

CP-Carrillo Piston Installation Orientation

It's a question we get a lot: looking at a CP-Carrillo Piston, how can I tell the proper installation orientation? How do I know which side is exhaust vs. intake?...

CP-Carrillo Piston Installation Orientation

It's a question we get a lot: looking at a CP-Carrillo Piston, how can I tell the proper installation orientation? How do I know which side is exhaust vs. intake?...

Why High-Performance Engines Need Annual Tear-Downs and Maintenance

Why High-Performance Engines Need Annual Tear-D...

High-performance engines are marvels of engineering, designed to deliver exceptional power and precision. Whether you’re a weekend racer or a professional driver, these engines are pushed to their limits in...

Why High-Performance Engines Need Annual Tear-D...

High-performance engines are marvels of engineering, designed to deliver exceptional power and precision. Whether you’re a weekend racer or a professional driver, these engines are pushed to their limits in...

Manley Performance Connecting Rods: Mixing Power and Affordability

Manley Performance Connecting Rods: Mixing Powe...

  Manley Performance Connecting Rods: Power, Value, and Proven Quality for Your BMW Engine When it comes to upgrading your BMW engine, connecting rods are one of the most essential...

Manley Performance Connecting Rods: Mixing Powe...

  Manley Performance Connecting Rods: Power, Value, and Proven Quality for Your BMW Engine When it comes to upgrading your BMW engine, connecting rods are one of the most essential...

You Can’t Bore the BMW S55 Engine Block: A Deep Dive into Arc-Sprayed Iron Liners

You Can’t Bore the BMW S55 Engine Block: A Deep...

The BMW S55 engine—powering the M3, M4, and M2 Competition—is a masterpiece of engineering that perfectly balances power, durability, and weight. If you’ve ever considered boring out the engine block,...

You Can’t Bore the BMW S55 Engine Block: A Deep...

The BMW S55 engine—powering the M3, M4, and M2 Competition—is a masterpiece of engineering that perfectly balances power, durability, and weight. If you’ve ever considered boring out the engine block,...

Determining Optimal Bearing Clearance

Determining Optimal Bearing Clearance

Bearing clearance is the gap between the bearing and the crankshaft, which plays a vital role in maintaining a stable oil film—a key factor in bearing life. As an engine builder,...

Determining Optimal Bearing Clearance

Bearing clearance is the gap between the bearing and the crankshaft, which plays a vital role in maintaining a stable oil film—a key factor in bearing life. As an engine builder,...