21st Apr 2026
The difference between a "build" and a "racecar" is in the details. Today, we’re showcasing five essential components designed to improve fluid flow, structural integrity, and under-hood efficie…
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14th Apr 2026
In this video, we’re doing a deep dive into a wide range of essential trackside and shop gear designed to keep you safe and fast. From critical cockpit safety with the latest fire suppression sy…
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31st Mar 2026
In this video, we’re tackling a heavy-hitter question for anyone considering a fuel switch: How much more fuel do you actually burn running E85 versus regular gas? Beyond the fuel cell, we…
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24th Mar 2026
Whether you’re in the shop or at the track, having the right gear in the right place is the difference between a podium finish and a "did not finish." In this video, we’re doing a deep div…
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24th Feb 2026
We caught up with engine builder Steve Hendren of Hendren Racing Engines to cut through the noise (literally) and talk about what actually makes a performance exhaust work. Whether you&r…
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10th Apr 2023
QUESTIONS ASKED ON THE SHOWWhat are the recommended spark plugs for GM602, and GM604?Recommended gap on spark plugs?Recommended carb spacer for GM602?Recommended carb spacer for GM604?When you tune on…
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3rd Apr 2023
QUESTIONS ASKED ON THE SHOWWhat’s the cost to freshen a 604 now ? What hard parts get changed when freshen for 3300?What is being learned now that engines are dynoed with an O2 sensor on each header t…
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27th Mar 2023
QUESTIONS ASKED ON THE SHOWAny dyno testing with conversions to 1.6 ratio rockers? 1/4ish mile paved ovals mostly is our tracks. And roller rockers are not allowed either. Any thoughts//advice? What…
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20th Mar 2023
QUESTIONS ASKED ON THE SHOWBest spark plugs?Each week, Kate Dillon from Crate Insider and Steve Hendren from Hendren Racing Engines go live on the Crate Insider Facebook page and Crate Insider YouTube…
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13th Mar 2023
QUESTIONS ASKED ON THE SHOWSpark Plug Indexing is it worth it?Do you recommend low drag bearings on all 4 wheels or just the front?On the gen 2 bert transmissions is the Crate guys getting them ballsp…
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7th Mar 2023
QUESTIONS ASKED ON THE SHOW what is your opinion on using 87 octane non ethanol fuel in a 602 crate motor? Also what octane booster I could use it up to 91 or 93? what are your thoughts on plug…
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20th Feb 2023
QUESTIONS ASKED ON THE SHOWHow important is shock rebound on the left front when running a chain limiter?How much is reliability affected on a 604 by running 6800 RPM vs. say 6600 or 6700?Do we get an…
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