Why Everyone Is Running the Crate 602 Sportsman

Getting your hands on a crate 602 sportsman engine is probably the smartest move you can make if you're trying to go dirt racing without emptying your 401k. It's become the backbone of local tracks across the country, and for good reason. If you've spent any time at a Saturday night short track lately, you've heard that distinct hum of the GM 602. It doesn't have the earth-shaking roar of a wide-open super late model, but it's got something much more important for the average racer: affordability and consistency. ...

March 3, 2026 · 7 min · Lily Cedric