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How To Hot Rod Any Engine - Engine Tech
Hot rodding's pioneers had to be self-reliant, making stuff for themselves. Today, just about everything is available out of a catalog . . . at least for mainstream engines. more
1981 Buick Regal - Back Bumper
Hydraulic setups that hit the back bumper and go for broke. more
Hydraulic Roller Valvetrain Install - Turbo Buick Basics, Part 5 - Tech
Rebuilding The 3.8L V-6 And Switching To A Hydraulic Roller Valvetrain In The Quest For Lower E.T.'S And Years Of Enjoyment more
Buick Paint Restoration - Waxing Lyrical
Times are tough; we know that. Paintjobs are expensive; we certainly know that. more
Grand National Hydroboost Braking System - Hydroboost Brakin' - Tech
As many Grand National owners will attest, when the Powermaster braking system works-it works well, however when it fails ... all hell breaks loose. more
Buick Turbo 200-4R Transmission & Converter Upgrade - Turbo Buick Basics, Part 4
Performa Built 200-4R And Converter Put The Power To The Pavement To Drastically Lower E.T.'s more
Precision Turbo Upgrade On A 1987 Buick Grand National - Turbo Buick Basics, Part 3
In the last installment we left off installing and dyno testing Pypes hi-flow exhaust system on our buddy Tim Cairone's '87 Buick Grand National. more
Twin Turbo 400ci Small-Block Chevy - 'Horse Power!
Twin-turbo street-racer small-block. The horsepower number is four digits long. more
1987 Buick Grand National Fuel System & Exhaust Upgrades - Turbo Buick Basics
Check out the fuel system and exhaust upgrades we perform on this turbocharged 1987 Buick Grand National! more
Multiple Fuel Systems - Multifuel Upgrades
White Racing's multifuel kit allows you to effortlessly switch from gasoline to alcohol-blended fuels more
1987 Buick Grand National Simple Bolt-Ons Install - Turbo Buick Basics
Check out this 1987 Buick Grand National as we dyno test several performance parts, including fuel pumps and valvesprings! more
Building A 721HP Buick Engine - Dream Up!
The history of Buick is filled with dreams, inspirations, and innovations. David Dunbar Buick built the first Buick automobile in 1901,..... more
Buick 455 Cylinder Heads - 455 Head Check
Last month we made 513 lb-ft. This month, we slow the Earth's orbit. more
How to Install a Hydroboost
If your cam is too big and your car won't stop, this is the solution. more
Buick Regal GNX Exhaust Upgrade - 3-Inch Turbo Buick Exhaust Test
Check out how we get some more HP from out Buick Regal with a GNX exhaust upgrade. more
1966 Buick GS Drum Brake System - New Tricks For Old Drums
Some gearheads prefer to keep their drum brakes, whether for originality or friction-free dragstrip use. That isn't to say they can't stop even better. We rebuild a '66 Buick GS stock nonassisted 9.5-inch diameter four-wheel drum-brake system to show you how. more
Vintage Buick Nailhead Engines - Buick Nailheads
Of all the vintage engines being examined in this series, the Buick V-8s of the '50s and '60s have maintained their loyal fan base in the hot rodding world longer than many of their competitors. Almost from their introduction in 1953, the Buick overhead... more
From The Hood - 1986 Buick Regal
Check out this 1986 Buick Regal with a fully tricked out, chromed out small-block Chevy engine in this month's issue of Lowrider Magazine. more
Fitting Finned Buick Drum Brakes To Early Ford Spindles - The Perfect Finishing Touch
Any rodder worth his or her salt recognizes the name Bobby Walden. The first thoughts that come to mind when he's mentioned are of his flawless metalworking skills and the... more
Doyle Thomas' '55 Buick Convertible - Garage Scene
Alloway's Hot Rod Shop Sneak Peek Doyle Thomas' '55 Buick Convertible more
Buick Turbo - Power Trip - Tech
Check out this Buick turbo installation. more
1987 Buick Grand National Twin Turbo Install - Dynamic Duo
Check out this 1987 Buick Grand National get a dyno run and have two turbos installed. more
1987 Buick Turbo Track Test - Power Trip
Check out this 1987 Buick Turbo get Mickey Thompson Tires and Mickey Thompson Wheels and test all its upgrades down the strip. more
Buick Turbo Framerail Modification - Power Trip
Check out this Buick Turbo get a Eaton Posi and a HRPartsnstuff Super Sway Bar. more
1987 Buick Turbo Turbocharger Install - Power Trip
Check out this 1987 Buick Turbo get a Precision Turbo Turbocharger and Precision Turbo Intercooler. more
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