--- title: | Tech (2) description: Tech | (2) image: ?t=#keepProtocol --- [![diamond-pistons-logo-2.png](https://blog.diamondracing.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Images/Global/Diamond%20Pistons/diamond-pistons-logo-2.png?width=451&height=114&name=diamond-pistons-logo-2.png "diamond-pistons-logo-2.png")](http://www.diamondracing.net/) - [Home](http://www.diamondracing.net/) - [About](http://www.diamondracing.net/about/) - [News](http://www.diamondracing.net/news/) - [Products](http://www.diamondracing.net/products/) - [FAQ](http://www.diamondracing.net/faq/) - [Customers](http://www.diamondracing.net/customers/) - [Contact](http://www.diamondracing.net/contact/) - [Blog Home](https://blog.diamondracing.net) - [Engine Tech](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/engine-tech) - [Features](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/features) - [Car Features](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/car-features) - [Interviews](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/interviews) - [Videos](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/videos) - [DP Youtube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/user/diamondpistons) - [News](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/news) - [New Products](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/new-products) Search the blog # Diamond Pistons ,[INTERVIEWS](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/interviews) ,[VIDEOS](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/videos) ,[CAR FEATURES](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/car-features) ,[RACING NEWS](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/racing-news) [Keep Racing on Instinct: Behind the Wheel Episode 2](https://blog.diamondracing.net/behind-the-wheel-video-series-keep-racing) ,[INTERVIEWS](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/interviews) ,[VIDEOS](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/videos) ,[CAR FEATURES](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/car-features) ,[RACING NEWS](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/racing-news) [Behind the Wheel Video Series Kicks off with James Miron](https://blog.diamondracing.net/behind-the-wheel-video-series-kicks-off-with-james-miron) ,[FEATURES](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/features) ,[INTERVIEWS](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/interviews) ,[CHEVY](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/chevy) ,[CAR FEATURES](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/car-features) [East Coast Outlaw 10.5 Standout Brian Chin Keeps Upping The Ante](https://blog.diamondracing.net/east-coast-outlaw-10.5-standout-brian-chin-keeps-upping-the-ante) Latest Posts [![Understanding Rod Length, Piston Compression Height, and Crankshaft Stroke](https://blog.diamondracing.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Diamond/Tech/Compression%20Height,%20rod%20length,%20deck%20height.%20/004-Diamond-pistons-compression-height-deck-height-stroke.jpg?width=400&name=004-Diamond-pistons-compression-height-deck-height-stroke.jpg "Understanding Rod Length, Piston Compression Height, and Crankshaft Stroke")](https://blog.diamondracing.net/understanding-rod-length-compression-height-and-crankshaft-stroke) ,[ENGINE BUILDS](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/engine-builds) ,[PISTONS 101](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/pistons-101) ,[ENGINE TECH](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/engine-tech) ,[Tech](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/tech) ## [Understanding Rod Length, Piston Compression Height, and Crankshaft Stroke](https://blog.diamondracing.net/understanding-rod-length-compression-height-and-crankshaft-stroke) *The inside of an engine is a fickle ecosystem where every component directly affects another. Rod length, crankshaft stroke, and piston compression height are three variables that are key to choosing the perfect rotating assembly. Here's a deep dive..* May 25, 2018 | By [John Baechtel](https://blog.diamondracing.net/author/john-baechtel) [![What Is Piston Hard Anodizing?](https://blog.diamondracing.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Diamond/Tech/Hard%20anodizing/003-diamond-hard-anodizing-pistons.jpg?width=400&name=003-diamond-hard-anodizing-pistons.jpg "What Is Piston Hard Anodizing?")](https://blog.diamondracing.net/what-is-piston-hard-anodizing) ,[PISTONS 101](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/pistons-101) ,[ENGINE TECH](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/engine-tech) ,[Tech](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/tech) ## [What Is Piston Hard Anodizing?](https://blog.diamondracing.net/what-is-piston-hard-anodizing) *In high-end racing applications, the perfect piston is often one that can take the abuse. Hard anodizing is one way to take a forged piston to the next level in terms of ultimate strength and durability. * April 27, 2018 | By [John Baechtel](https://blog.diamondracing.net/author/john-baechtel) [![Answered: Are Billet Or Forged Pistons Stronger?](https://blog.diamondracing.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Diamond/Tech/Billet%20vs.%20Forged/001-diamond-billet-vs-forged-pistons.jpg?width=400&name=001-diamond-billet-vs-forged-pistons.jpg "Answered: Are Billet Or Forged Pistons Stronger?")](https://blog.diamondracing.net/answered-are-billet-or-forged-pistons-stronger) ,[PISTONS 101](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/pistons-101) ,[ENGINE TECH](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/engine-tech) ,[Tech](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/tech) ## [Answered: Are Billet Or Forged Pistons Stronger?](https://blog.diamondracing.net/answered-are-billet-or-forged-pistons-stronger) *Forged pistons are fashioned from pre-shaped forging blanks. Billet pistons are fully-machined from solid stock. Which is better? * April 18, 2018 | By [John Baechtel](https://blog.diamondracing.net/author/john-baechtel) [![Behind The Scenes: Diamond's STEEL Piston Technology ](https://blog.diamondracing.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Diamond/Tech/Steel%20Pistons/001-Diamond-steel-diesel-pistons.jpg?width=400&name=001-Diamond-steel-diesel-pistons.jpg "Behind The Scenes: Diamond's STEEL Piston Technology ")](https://blog.diamondracing.net/behind-the-scenes-diamonds-steel-piston-technology-) ,[ENGINE BUILDS](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/engine-builds) ,[ENGINE TECH](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/engine-tech) ,[Tech](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/tech) ## [Behind The Scenes: Diamond's STEEL Piston Technology ](https://blog.diamondracing.net/behind-the-scenes-diamonds-steel-piston-technology-) *When it comes to Diesel engines, forged steel pistons are the next frontier in performance, and Diamond is leading the way. Take a look at the most innovative Diesel racing pistons on the market.* March 14, 2018 | By [John Baechtel](https://blog.diamondracing.net/author/john-baechtel) [![The Life of a Top Fuel Piston: as Told by Antron Brown's Co-Crew Chief, Brad Mason ](https://blog.diamondracing.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Diamond/Tech/Top%20Fuel%20Piston/004-diamond-top-fuel-piston-life.jpg?t=1475023575990&width=400&name=004-diamond-top-fuel-piston-life.jpg "The Life of a Top Fuel Piston: as Told by Antron Brown's Co-Crew Chief, Brad Mason ")](https://blog.diamondracing.net/the-life-of-a-top-fuel-pistons-as-told-by-antron-browns-crew-chief-brad-mason-) ,[INTERVIEWS](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/interviews) ,[TUNING TECH](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/tuning-tech) ,[Tech](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/tech) ## [The Life of a Top Fuel Piston: as Told by Antron Brown's Co-Crew Chief, Brad Mason ](https://blog.diamondracing.net/the-life-of-a-top-fuel-pistons-as-told-by-antron-browns-crew-chief-brad-mason-) *Top Fuel Pistons drew the short straw for tough jobs. These slugs have to survive in the single most inhospitable environment in the automotive sphere! Top Fuel Crew Chief Brad Mason gives the inside scoop on just what a piston has to go through and..* March 6, 2018 | By [Brandan Gillogly](https://blog.diamondracing.net/author/brandan-gillogly) [![What Is Undercrown Milling?](https://blog.diamondracing.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Diamond/Tech/001-diamond-pistons-under-crown-milling.jpg?width=400&name=001-diamond-pistons-under-crown-milling.jpg "What Is Undercrown Milling?")](https://blog.diamondracing.net/what-is-undercrown-milling) ,[PISTONS 101](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/pistons-101) ,[ENGINE TECH](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/engine-tech) ,[Tech](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/tech) ## [What Is Undercrown Milling?](https://blog.diamondracing.net/what-is-undercrown-milling) *Undercrown milling is a specialized feature that can maximize both strength and weight. Here's a breakdown on how it works. * March 2, 2018 | By [John Baechtel](https://blog.diamondracing.net/author/john-baechtel) [![Induction Performance’s 8-Second Nissan GT-R Is A Brutally Quick Show Stopper](https://blog.diamondracing.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Diamond/Features/GTR/02-Induction-Performance-GTR%20.jpg?t=1475023575990&width=400&name=02-Induction-Performance-GTR%20.jpg "Induction Performance’s 8-Second Nissan GT-R Is A Brutally Quick Show Stopper")](https://blog.diamondracing.net/induction-performances-8-second-nissan-gt-r-is-a-brutally-quick-show-stopper) ,[SPORT COMPACT](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/sport-compact) ,[CAR FEATURES](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/car-features) ,[Tech](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/tech) ## [Induction Performance’s 8-Second Nissan GT-R Is A Brutally Quick Show Stopper](https://blog.diamondracing.net/induction-performances-8-second-nissan-gt-r-is-a-brutally-quick-show-stopper) *This Induction Performance–built GTR is capable of 8-second 1/4-mile blasts and can power to 200-plus mph with it's 1,400hp engine. * February 20, 2018 | By [Bradley Iger](https://blog.diamondracing.net/author/bradley-iger) [![Introducing Diamond's New, Forged-Aluminum Pistons for Duramax and PowerStroke Diesel Engines](https://blog.diamondracing.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Diamond/Tech/Diesel%20Pistons/003-diamond-diesel-ford-chevy-duramax-powerstroke.jpg?width=400&name=003-diamond-diesel-ford-chevy-duramax-powerstroke.jpg "Introducing Diamond's New, Forged-Aluminum Pistons for Duramax and PowerStroke Diesel Engines")](https://blog.diamondracing.net/diamonds-new-forged-aluminum-pistons-for-duramax-and-powerstroke-engines) ,[NEW PRODUCTS](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/new-products) ,[ENGINE TECH](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/engine-tech) ,[Tech](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/tech) ## [Introducing Diamond's New, Forged-Aluminum Pistons for Duramax and PowerStroke Diesel Engines](https://blog.diamondracing.net/diamonds-new-forged-aluminum-pistons-for-duramax-and-powerstroke-engines) *Diamond's new line of forged diesel pistons for Duramax and Power Stroke applications are designed for big boost and stump-pulling power. * February 13, 2018 | By [John Baechtel](https://blog.diamondracing.net/author/john-baechtel) [![How Diesel Engines Work: Explaining the Function of Compression Ignition Engines](https://blog.diamondracing.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Diamond/Tech/How%20a%20Diesel%20Engine%20Works/001-how-a-diesel-engine-works.jpg?width=400&name=001-how-a-diesel-engine-works.jpg "How Diesel Engines Work: Explaining the Function of Compression Ignition Engines")](https://blog.diamondracing.net/how-does-a-diesel-engine-work) ,[FORD](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/ford) ,[CHEVY](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/chevy) ,[TUNING TECH](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/tuning-tech) ,[ENGINE TECH](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/engine-tech) ,[Tech](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/tech) ## [How Diesel Engines Work: Explaining the Function of Compression Ignition Engines](https://blog.diamondracing.net/how-does-a-diesel-engine-work) *Diesel Engines are the workhorses of industry and performance alike. But to truly appreciate them, it's important to understand how they work. * January 11, 2018 | By [John Baechtel](https://blog.diamondracing.net/author/john-baechtel) [![Czar Racing’s Burly Engine Masters SBC Build Rattles The Dyno](https://blog.diamondracing.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Diamond/Tech/Engine%20Masters%20Chris/001-engine-masters-diamond-pistons-czar-racing.jpg?width=400&name=001-engine-masters-diamond-pistons-czar-racing.jpg "Czar Racing’s Burly Engine Masters SBC Build Rattles The Dyno")](https://blog.diamondracing.net/czar-racings-burly-engine-masters-build) ,[FEATURES](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/features) ,[ENGINE TECH](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/engine-tech) ,[Tech](https://blog.diamondracing.net/topic/tech) ## [Czar Racing’s Burly Engine Masters SBC Build Rattles The Dyno](https://blog.diamondracing.net/czar-racings-burly-engine-masters-build) *When it comes to domestic competition engines, it's hard to best the venerable Chevy Small-block in terms of practicality, affordability, and capability. * November 21, 2017 | By [Bradley Iger](https://blog.diamondracing.net/author/bradley-iger) [\[fa icon="angle-double-left"\] Prev](https://blog.diamondracing.net/tag/tech/page/1) [All posts](https://blog.diamondracing.net/all) Top Blog Posts Subscribe to the Diamond Pistons Newsletter FOLLOW US - - - [![dp-ad.jpg](https://blog.diamondracing.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Images/Blog/Diamond%20Pistons/dp-ad.jpg?width=800&name=dp-ad.jpg "dp-ad.jpg")](https://www.youtube.com/user/diamondpistons) Copyright © 2026 Diamond Racing Pistons, All Rights Reserved.