K1 Blog

March 25, 2019

What is Straight-Shot Oiling

Lubrication is the lifeblood of any high-performance engine. That’s particularly true for the rotating assembly…

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March 25, 2019

How to Clearance Your Block for a Stroker Crankshaft

Is a stroker crank part of your next build? That factory block may need some…

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March 5, 2019

What Does a Harmonic Balancer Do?

Harmonic balancers are a staple ingredient of any engine build, but what do they really…

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February 13, 2019

What is Sleeve Length and How It Can Make or Break Your Stroker Engine

Sleeve length is often overlooked in favor of maximum cubic inches, but in order to…

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January 11, 2019

How to Check Crankshaft End Play

Checking and setting proper crankshaft end play is a vital engine-building step. We show you…

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December 21, 2018

How to Check Bearing Clearances

Verifying and adjusting bearing clearance is one of the most critical aspects of building an…

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November 13, 2018

K1’s Ultimate LS Swap Cranks Let You Personalize Your LS Stroker Crankshaft

LS engines are all about interchangeability and swap-ability. K1’s line of LS7 crankshafts makes it…

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November 12, 2018

What is a Narrow Bearing?

Engine building is all about the details, and choosing the right set of engine bearings…

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October 17, 2018

What is Deck Height? How to Calculate and What it Means

Deck height is a vital engine measurement that dictates rod length, crankshaft stroke, piston-to-head clearance,…

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September 24, 2018

Tips to Know Before You Build a Chevy Stroker Engine

Planning a stroker build? Here are a few things you should know before you get…

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