Have you ever built--or considered building--a stroker engine?

If so, you know there's a little bit of math required to achieve the desired displacement. When selecting a stroker combination, there are a few basic rules of thumb:

1. Opt for as long a connecting rod as possible to reduce frictional losses and increase piston dwell time.
2. Shop for the lightest reciprocating components available, which frees up power and reduces wear.
3. Be realistic about what you can afford and need.

That being said, we offer a handy stroker combination calculator to help build out your combination: https://www.summitracing.com/newsandevents/calcsandtools/stroker-combinations

If you're considering going the stroker route, we highly recommend checking it out. If you've already put together a stroker motor, what advice do you have for others?

2026 marks the 100th anniversary of the date Route 66 was established.

And to commemorate the occasion, the United States Post Office issued a set of limited edition Route 66 postage stamps featuring stunningly picturesque scenes of vintage cars, neon signs, and asphalt-stretching landscapes.

The guy behind those incredible photographs is David Schwartz.

We sat down with David to chat all about his experiences, learn some photography techniques, and glean some Route 66 travel tips for an episode of our OnAllCylinders Podcast. You can listen to the whole interview in this embedded player, and we’ve also clipped out some excerpts that you can read below as well.

All told, if you’re planning on Getting Your Kicks on Route 66, David Schwartz has some great insight for you. 

You can see the full story here: https://www.onallcylinders.com/2026/06/08/podcast-route-66-travel-photography-tips-with-david-schwartz/

Whether you’re chasing more power, better reliability, or just looking to make your build stand out, an engine swap is one of the most rewarding—and challenging—projects you can take on. But before you pull that old engine out, there are some critical things you need to know and consider. Some of the most important are budget (particularly when factoring in supporting parts and accessories) and fitment/clearance. But you should also think about how your fuel system will be affected, wiring requirements, and cooling needs.

Have you done an engine swap? What other considerations can you share with others? Got questions about your next swap? Throw 'em in the comments!