Common questions

Where can I get a replacement Corvette engine?

Where can I get a replacement Corvette engine?

Replace this essential part of your car with one of AutoZone’s quality Corvette replacement engines that are made to endure for years to come. At AutoZone, we offer the right products at the right prices, and our trained staff are ready to assist you with any questions you may have.

How much horsepower does a 1986 Corvette have?

Yet, with maximum torque occurring as early as 3,200 RPM, the engine need not be loaded to the redline for every up shift. Horsepower comes from and relates to torque. The fact that 230 peak horsepower at 4,000 RPM follows hard upon peak 330 lbs.-ft of torque at 3,200 RPM means an engine with a broad usable, RPM range.

What kind of engine does a corvette have?

To be the engine of a Corvette has always meant living up to high-performance aspirations. Of course, the definition of performance has changed markedly over the years- from the first three carburetor six-cylinder of 1953, through the original V8 of 1955, and on through a series of horsepower behemoths, culminating in the 454.

Is it OK to rebuild a 1998 corvette?

A 1998 C5 base model, not so much. Here’s the bottom line: if you have the original numbers-matching engine installed at the factory and it’s not broken into little pieces, it’s never a bad idea to set it on a stand and put it in the back corner of your garage while you drive around with a new engine in the car. I want more horsepower!

Yet, with maximum torque occurring as early as 3,200 RPM, the engine need not be loaded to the redline for every up shift. Horsepower comes from and relates to torque. The fact that 230 peak horsepower at 4,000 RPM follows hard upon peak 330 lbs.-ft of torque at 3,200 RPM means an engine with a broad usable, RPM range.

What kind of engine does a Chevy Corvette have?

Keep your wheels at the top of their game with a new Chevrolet Corvette engine from AutoZone. The dreaded thumping sound, puddles of oil on the driveway or steam coming from under the hood are all signs of failing engines for Chevy Corvette.

Where does the Chevy 350 crate engine come from?

Made in the U.S.A. Our famous “Hum Baby” Chevy 350 crate engine! She’s a smooth running machine that is suitable for a practical enthusiast looking for a higher quality engine than what GM offers. We took the “Hum Baby” engine and added more performance parts, bigger cam for that extra sound, and more performance without losing dependability!

Replace this essential part of your car with one of AutoZone’s quality Corvette replacement engines that are made to endure for years to come. At AutoZone, we offer the right products at the right prices, and our trained staff are ready to assist you with any questions you may have.

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