We’re not expecting everybody to be a Frank Marchese in their back shed, but having a basic knowledge of how your donk works saves you valuable time, money, and sanity. Sump swaps, head-gasket fixes, exhaust fit-ups – it’s all here.
Tech: Exploring the potential of force-fed Godzilla V8 conversions
We look at the viability and power potential of dropping Ford’s modern, 7.3L Godzilla small-block into a street machine
Tech: various styles of ignition systems
Even if you’re not a bright spark, you need to understand how to make them
How to swap an LS1 into your HQ-WB Holden
How to get an LS into your Kingswood in 21 easy-to-follow steps
Video: How to dial in a camshaft in an LS
In this episode of Carnage, Scotty shows us how to install a beefy camshaft in an LS
Tech: understanding how camshafts work and the terminology
We unravel some of the complexities of the common camshaft and its terminologies
Tech: making your own 200-series braided lines and fittings
Carnage chieftain Scotty Taylor gives us the lowdown on using 200-series Proflow lines and fittings
Tech: How to improve your engine’s oiling system for high performance
Here’s how to make your oiling system satisfy the demands of improved performance
Tech: The basics of oil and your engine’s lubrication system
Oil has a lot of work to do in your engine. Here’s how it gets where it’s needed
Tech: Bolt-on mods for Gen III + Gen IV LS engines
GM’s modern Gen III and Gen IV small-block V8s are among the most versatile engines in the hot-car scene, and it is stupidly easy to make them sing
Tech: Bolt-on mods for the Barra six-cylinder
Come with us as we delve into the world of bolt-on mods for Ford’s mighty Barra six-cylinder
Tuff Mounts unveils first-to-market, headache-saving Commodore V6 to LS conversion kit!
The newest Aussie-made range makes a V8 swap the easiest it’s ever been
Video: What is compressed air supercharging?
Can you go fast on tanks of compressed air? Bloody oath you can, and we’ll explain how and why
LS engine family part 1: Gen III + Gen IV
The LS engine has been in production for over a quarter-century, and there are literally dozens of variants to play with. Here’s the skinny on the whole bunch!
Eight throttlebody EFI conversion 427 FE big-block
Carbs for show, EFI for the go. Not any more, as this gorgeous eight-trumpet injection set-up proves
Video: Installing a massive intercooler in the Lexcen
In this episode of Carnage, Scotty continues the mods to our sleeper Lexcen wagon with the addition of a sweet new intercooler
Australian-made LS accessory drive solutions that work
The team at Queensland workshop Heavy Metal Garage is designing and building LS accessory drive solutions that look great and fit like a charm
How to rebuild your engine
Grenaded your motor? This is how you rebuild it
Blueprint unveils LS-headed 3.6-litre four cylinder engine
Blueprint unveiled a wild four pot concept 2022 PRI show
Tech: Billet blocks – what makes them so special?
As new billet blocks for the Holden V8, Barra six and Cleveland V8 hit the market, we take a dive into what makes them special
Video: Finishing the 400hp 318 small-block Chrysler
This latest episode of Carnage is the final instalment of Scotty’s build-up of the 318ci Chrysler small-block, which he’s been itching to drop into his dad’s VE Valiant ute.Last episode he finished off the short-block by bolting on the Edelbrock heads and the valvetrain gear, so this time all that’s needed is the final fit-up of some […]
Hare & Forbes Machineryhouse Young Street Machine of the Year 2026
Hare & Forbes Machineryhouse Young Street Machine of the Year is here, celebrating Aussie car builders aged 24 and younger
Save the date! YSMOTY cars & coffees at Hare & Forbes stores, Saturday 22 August
Hare & Forbes Machineryhouse Young Street Machine of the Year is kicking off soon! Make sure you put 22 August in your diaries