Crate motors. We're sure as readers you've noticed those two words cropping up more frequently in magazine car features over the past few years. I know those of us writing the features have seen it.

Chevrolet enthusiasts are undoubtedly familiar with the custom 383 Stroker and stock 454 engines. The Stroker is a small-block, and is a favorite of any buyer wanting to get a power boost without the ...

Attention all hot rodders and gearheads! Edelbrock has just given the classic 383-cube SBC crate engine from Chevrolet a significant modernization overhaul. And let's just say this bad boy is no ...

This Mad Adder series started way back with a 540-inch big-block offered by BluePrint Engines. After running all manner of power-adders on the dedicated BBC stroker, we affectionately dubbed the crate ...

The difference between a stroker engine and a regular engine lies primarily in the choice of crankshaft. In the case of the 383-cubic inch stroker, engine builders would modify crankshafts designed ...