pontiac-v8

1 год назад

This video explores the history of the Pontiac 265 cubic inch V8, a forgotten engine produced in 1980 and 1981. The video discusses the engine's development in the context of fuel economy standards and compares its performance to other engines available at the time.

2 года назад

The video explores why Pontiac, despite being a performance-focused brand, failed to gain widespread aftermarket support. The narrator, a former technical editor for High Performance Pontiac magazine, explains that Pontiac's use of cast connecting rods in their engines led to frequent failures, discouraging racers and hindering the brand's growth. The video also touches on the evolution of muscle cars and the dominance of Chevrolet in the aftermarket.

1 год назад

The video shows a detailed inspection of Speedmaster cylinder heads for a Pontiac engine. The creator compares the heads to factory heads, highlighting differences in design, port size, and spark plug location. They discuss the pros and cons of the Speedmaster heads, including their price and potential for performance gains.

1 год назад

This video explores a rare Pontiac V8 engine, the 326 cubic inch, which was actually a 336 cubic inch engine for one year only. The video delves into the history of this engine, its origins in GMC trucks, and its unique place in Pontiac's lineup.