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2618 or 4032? Tips for Choosing the Best Piston Alloy for Your Performance Engine from RaceTec

When it comes to making reliable power, the buck stops at the piston head. But when selecting the best piston for your particular engine, you’ve got a lot to consider—especially regarding the alloy that the piston is made of. Focusing on the two most popular high performance alloys, 2618 and 4032, the experts over at RaceTec will help you determine which one is best suited to your specific motor. (If you’re an engine builder, it’s definitely worth taking notes here.)

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Trey McFarland from RaceTec Pistons Dives Deep Into Performance Piston Tech

Piston expert Trey McFarland from RaceTec Pistons joins an in-depth discussion on high performance piston tech. Learn all about piston technology & the different piston alloys available, so you're able to choose the best pistons for your hot street or race engine. You'll also learn how things like wrist pins, connecting rods, and rings all work together for optimum engine performance.

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What Are Piston Valve Reliefs? And How Do They Impact Your Cylinder Head Choices

Shopping for new pistons for your street performance or race engine? Then you should absolutely know about the role valve reliefs play in your piston and cylinder head selection. To help elaborate on that point, we brought in Trey McFarland from RaceTec Pistons to talk all about the various types of valve reliefs found on a piston head, and what purpose they serve. More importantly, you’ll hear about some crucial checks and tests you can do to ensure you pick the best pistons for your engine—Trey also talks about the perils of selecting the wrong valvetrain, cam, and piston combination too. If you’re a performance engine builder, consider this one a must-watch.

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