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.
LS conversion kit for a first-gen Holden Commodore – part one
Castlemaine Rod Shop builds a supercharged Holden VL to showcase its revamped LS-into-early-Commodore conversion kit
Engine ID guide – Ford, Holden, Chrysler & Chevrolet
An easy guide to spotting classic street machine engines
Upgraded cooling systems for street machines – Tech Torque
With better radiators, electric pumps and clever coolants, you don’t need to get hot under the collar
Modified Holden 253/308 oil pump – Tech Torque
When the pressure’s on, you don’t want your Holden V8 running dry
How to paint your engine
If a schmick engine bay is high on your priority list, then having a nicely painted engine should be too.
527CI LSX build – as big as you can go?
LSX Race Engines in Australia pushes the RHS block to its biggest ever displacement – behold, the 527ci LSX
Stealth engine build – stock looking LS street motor packing discreet mods
How much power can you wring out of what looks like a standard LS?
How to install a rear-mounted turbo set-up
A rear-mounted turbo is a neat, efficient and cost-effective power boost alternative
Tech torque – fuel systems
Here’s how we updated the fuel system in our HQ giveaway car to give it more grunt
Noonan Racing debuts revolutionary Hemi and LS engines at the Pri Show – video
Noonan Ultimate Race Engineering debuted three new racing engines to the USA market at this year’s Performance Racing Industry trade show in Indianapolis
Tech: How to install nitrous
Step by step guide to installing a plate nitrous system on your high-performance street or race car to increase power
1100hp naturally aspirated LS-engine on the dyno – video
457-cube aspirated LS engine built by BES Race Engines pumps out 1100hp on the engine dyno
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