The Twin Cranks

GM LS V-8, getting checked over for spinning its cam bearings.

Action shot of Richard, getting a block ready for pick-up.

A tear down in progress.

It turned out to be a perfect weekend for the reigning MotoGP™ World Champion Marc Marquez, who dominated the weekend’s activities, leading every practice session, qualifying on pole, and easily winning Sunday’s 2014 Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas.

MARC MARQUEZ: “This was a bit of a new experience for me in MotoGP, because prior to today I had never led the entire race from beginning to end. So at times it was a little bit difficult to keep my concentration levels up during certain parts of the race. But I’m obviously very, very happy with the end result. This being the second time I have raced at this track, it was a little bit easier than last time, although with so many turns the track is very physically demanding, and can take a toll on a rider’s body. But in the end this win was very important for me and the rest of our team. I think our team did a really good job today. We have some momentum going now, and I’m just hoping we can keep up the good work the rest of the season."

For Vettel and Red Bull F1, the only way has been straight up, with four consecutive drivers' and constructors' championship crowns etched neatly in the record books. It's hard to fathom, that just five years ago in China, the team was chasing its maiden win.

Power Wheelie!

Houston's 3-day Festival os Speed.

The Shell and Pennzoil Grand Prix of Houston is an annual auto race on the IndyCar Series circuit. It was held in a street circuit located in downtown Houston for four years, then returned after a four year hiatus for two years on a course laid out in the parking lot of the Reliant Park complex.

The Grand Prix will be a 3-Day Festival, featuring a wide variety of entertainment for fans of all ages. Planned activities include live music, a family fun zone, interactive exhibits, go-karting, and the “Grand Prix-mere Showcase” – an indoor automotive expo.

“A.J. Foyt is arguably the greatest race car driver of all time and without question is the greatest Texan to ever get behind the wheel,” said Austin B. Crossley, Managing Director of the Grand Prix. “A.J.’s career began in Houston and continues here today, so it is only natural that we honor him by naming the city’s top motorsports prize the A.J. Foyt Trophy.”

Boring horizontally through the crankshaft main bearing journals to make sure the crank isn't in a bind.

Align-bore, puts the Main bore in line & on Size. Being on size is extremely important for oil pressure. If bore it too big or worn, it will cause improper bearing crush resulting in oil pressure loss.

Rebuild in progress.