Racing Crankshafts, Pistons & Components

Any mechanic will tell you that engine tuning is a very tricky thing to do that involves deep knowledge of all processes that occur inside the motor and quality parts and materials. As a rule, the process starts with upgrading internal engine parts, such as a crankshaft, pistons, piston rings and other related parts and components. This is the ABCs of engine tuning, which every racing engine builder should do in order to get the most out of the motor. To make this easier for you, we have gathered all necessary parts and components at one place on our website.

Racing crankshafts, pistons, piston rings and components are developed and designed to meet several key requirements. They are built to be stronger and more durable than their stock counterparts, while being extremely lightweight. The first one is necessary to handle an increased amount of power that is not common for the stock version of the engine, and withstand extreme operating conditions and temperatures. When it comes to the weight of racing engine parts, it is positively associated with the engine power that is wasted for rotating or moving these parts inside the motor. The lighter a part is, the less energy is required to move it.

What makes a racing part racing? This is a difficult question because its answer may vary depending on the application. Let’s define a racing piston for example. As a rule, it has a highly advanced design that has undergone many iterations to make it work best for a specific type of an engine or even a specific model. No less important is the material and technology used for manufacturing a racing piston. For this reason, racing pistons are forged from extremely durable aluminum alloys, either 4032 or 2618, each of which has its own list of pros and cons.