Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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The right tools engine building tools can save you a huge amount of time, significant money, and a lot of frustration when assembling an engine.

In this video, we’ll cover the ten tools you absolutely should have on hand before tackling an engine build. This includes everything from engine hoists all the way down to assembly lube and Plastigage. As always, we want to hear from YOU. Give us your feedback in the comments below!

ITEMS FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO:

Assembly Lube: summitracing.com/search/part-type/assembly-lubricant

Timing Lights: summitracing.com/search/part-type/timing-lights

Harmonic Balancer Puller and Installation Tools: summitracing.com/search/part-type/harmonic-balancer-puller-and-installation-tools

Micrometers: summitracing.com/search/part-type/micrometers

Dial Indicators: summitracing.com/search/part-type/dial-indicators

Piston Ring Compressors: summitracing.com/search/part-type/piston-ring-compressors

Plastigage: summitracing.com/search/part-type/plastigage

Feeler Gauges: summitracing.com/search/part-type/feeler-gauges

Engine Hoists: summitracing.com/search/part-type/hoists

Engine Stands: summitracing.com/search/part-type/engine-stands

Torque Wrenches: summitracing.com/search/part-type/torque-wrenches