What Are Crate Engines?
A crate engine may sound like a weird thing to purchase for your muscle car but we can assure you it has nothing to do with putting a crate under the hood. Whether you’re looking to restore a classic muscle car or you want to coyote-swap your 4.6-liter Mustang, crate engines are the best way to do that. From OEM crate engines to more advanced high-performance crate engines, plenty of options are available and can serve as the foundation for your build.
Essentially, when you get yourself a crate engine you’re getting a fully-assembled engine that's ready to fit right under the hood. No additional assembly is required and sometimes it's better than fully restoring an old engine. Most crate engines include tunes, pistons,
intake systems, and everything else you need to fire it up.
Types of Crate Engines
Right off the bat, you'll find that there are a lot of aftermarket crate engines available. From racing crate engines to OEM replacements, plenty of options are available to help you restore a classic car or take your current muscle car to the next level. The most important factor to consider is the size of the
engine and whether or not it will fit under the hood. For example, you can't always fit a massive high-performance V8 crate engine under the hood of something like a Smart Car.
Other types of crate engines may be more specialized for racing. Something like the
Edelbrock Supercharged Coyote engine is ready to hit the track the second you install it. Just make sure you get the necessary supporting parts and consider upgrading your
suspension and other components if you have to.
Benefits of Crate Engines
A new muscle car crate engine is the simplest way to fully restore or modify your engine. Instead of having to replace every single part in a rebuild, you get the powerplant you need without having to buy all the parts separately. Not only does this save you time, but it can also save you a lot of money as individual parts often cost more than the entire engine.
Aside from convenience, sometimes it's hard to beat the performance upgrade that a racing crate engine brings to the table. Instead of worrying about tunes or getting the right boost setup, swapping out your engine eliminates the guesswork and instantly transforms your vehicle. Whether you need a racing crate engine or a simple OEM replacement crate engine, our sales techs can help you find the right setup for your build.
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