Ford 1.5L EcoBoost L-3 EngineBy Dave Hagen The Dragon is a 1.5L turbocharged three-cylinder engine from Ford Motor Company used to power subcompact and compact cars and utility vehicles, or more commonly known as CUVs. Featuring a dual overhead cam…
What’s old is new againBy Brian Roberts The new (2016) Ford 5.2L Voodoo V8 engine for the Mustang GT350 has given new life to the old flat plane crankshaft used in many early automobiles. Granted, flat plane cranks are also…
By Chuck Lynch If you ever find yourself in Southeast Pennsylvania, I recommend that you stop in and visit the impressive, family-owned and operated business of Isaac Stoltzfus and sons. Spring Garden Repair evolved from a farm equipment service center…
Ever wonder how a forged crank is made? Here we take a look at materials, the forging process and hardening methods.By Mike Mavrigian A brief overview of how crankshafts are manufactured, including cast, forged and billet cranks. FORGED CRANKSHAFTS: Aftermarket…