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One of the most common questions we get at March Performance is simple: "Will this kit fit my engine?" It's the right question to ask — and the answer depends on a few things that are worth understanding before you order. March Performance makes pulley systems, brackets, and all-inclusive serpentine kits for a wide range of engines. Every system is precision CNC machined from 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum and engineered to fit specific applications. That precision is a feature — bu …

When you're building a show-quality engine bay with March Performance brackets and pulleys, getting the torque specs right is just as important as getting the fitment right. Our 6061-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum brackets are precision CNC machined to extremely tight tolerances — but that only works in your favor if the hardware is torqued correctly. Under-torque and components shift. Over-torque and you risk cracking or deforming the aluminum. Here's a general guide to torque specs for March …

The Small Block Ford — whether it's a 289, 302, or 351 Windsor — is one of the most popular engines in the restomod and hot rod world. It's light, powerful, and responds extremely well to upgrades. And when it comes to the front accessory drive, March Performance has been the go-to choice for builders who want show-quality looks with race-proven reliability. Here's everything you need to know about choosing and installing a March Performance accessory drive system on your Small Block …

One of the questions that comes up regularly when builders are putting together a March Performance accessory drive system is: do I need a high amperage alternator? The answer depends on what your build is actually demanding from the electrical system — and it's worth thinking through before you finalize your kit. What Does an Alternator Actually Do? The alternator keeps your battery charged while the engine is running and powers all of your vehicle's electrical loads. On a basic street ca …

Underdrive pulleys are one of the most effective bolt-on power upgrades available for any naturally aspirated engine — and March Performance has been engineering them for over 25 years. Here are the most common questions we get about our performance ratio pulley systems. What Is an Underdrive Pulley? An underdrive pulley is a crank pulley with a larger diameter than stock, which reduces the speed at which the accessories — alternator, power steering pump, water pump — are drive …