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 The Heart of the Beast: Why a Custom Engine Build Beats a Crate Motor
By FT MotorSports June 19, 2026 Car Maintenance Tips

The Heart of the Beast: Why a Custom Engine Build Beats a Crate Motor

You’re standing in your garage, looking at that empty engine bay, and you’ve reached the ultimate fork in the road. On one hand, you have the “crate motor”, the shiny, shrink-wrapped promise of convenience delivered right to your door in…
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 Lifted and Level: Why Professional Truck Lift Kit Installation Changes Everything
By FT MotorSports May 27, 2026 Car Maintenance Tips

Lifted and Level: Why Professional Truck Lift Kit Installation Changes Everything

There is a specific feeling every truck owner chases: that moment you walk out to the driveway, look at your rig, and see the perfect stance. It’s taller, more aggressive, and ready to tackle anything from the sandy trails around…
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 Do You Really Need a Performance Engine Builder? Here’s the Truth About Custom Builds
By FT MotorSports April 23, 2026 Car Maintenance Tips

Do You Really Need a Performance Engine Builder? Here’s the Truth About Custom Builds

You’ve spent countless hours in the garage, scrolling through forums, and watching dyno pulls on YouTube. You have a vision for your ride: maybe it’s a classic muscle car that needs to scream down the highway, or perhaps it’s a…
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 7 Mistakes You’re Making with Your Custom Engine Build (and How to Fix Them)
By FT MotorSports March 26, 2026 Car Maintenance Tips

7 Mistakes You’re Making with Your Custom Engine Build (and How to Fix Them)

There is nothing quite like the first fire-up of a custom-built engine. That initial roar: the culmination of late nights, greasy fingernails, and a significant investment of your hard-earned cash: is the ultimate reward for any gearhead. But for many…
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19 Jun, 2026

The Heart of the Beast: Why a Custom Engine Build Beats a Crate Motor

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27 May, 2026

Lifted and Level: Why Professional Truck Lift Kit Installation Changes Everything

Expert custom engine building for racing and performance vehicles at FT MotorSports.
23 Apr, 2026

Do You Really Need a Performance Engine Builder? Here’s the Truth About Custom Builds

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