Atomic Performance Products

19/06/2026

We spend way too much time checking things and testing them. We test every spring, file every 3 bolt chain guide, and we thoroughly test EVERY oil pump we build.

Our young friend brought us a bargain Facebook Marketplace pump someone had assembled with a backing plate that was way too thick and some unknown pump gears. The backing plate being a few mm too thick moved the timing guide pivot and will cause issues in the timing system. The gears were the noisest we've heard and the spray was excessive indicating loose clearances and huge losses.

This pump was working way too hard and had very poor pressure regulation, maxxing out our gauge. That's not a good thing. Don't run that much oil pressure. The rest speeds are exactly the same and no volume has been adjusted. There genuinely is a huge difference!

Little details matter and make the difference between good and great. We're lucky to be able to test every pump we use and we can't immediately spot a pump that will cause problems down the line. It's not just about maximum pressure and in fact we generally encourage people run less than what they've asked for.

We want 20psi at least for a warm idle and spec our medium pumps for 80psi and our high pressure pumps for 100psi.

You can buy our high quality nitrided gears and backing plate individually or as a rebuild kit. We even sell ported and rebuilt standard housings with those parts. We also sell our Atomic Race Spec Cast Iron Oil Pumps assembled, tested, and ready to race as you see them in this video ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Find them here and contact us with any questions

https://atomicperformanceproducts.com/collections/oil-system

06/06/2026

🚨 OEM FORD BARRA TIMING CHAIN TENSIONERS ARE NOW DISCONTINUED 🚨

One of the most critical components in the Barra timing system has quietly become much harder to source.

Ford has now discontinued the OEM Barra timing chain tensioner, meaning genuine replacements are no longer being produced. As existing stocks dry up, sourcing quality tensioners for future engine builds and rebuilds will only become more difficult.

That's one of the reasons we've put together the Atomic Complete Timing Chain Kit (306620K-C).

Rather than chasing individual components, the kit includes:

✅ Genuine OEM Ford Timing Chain Tensioner
✅ Atomic Heavy Duty Timing Chain
✅ Billet Crank Sprocket
✅ Upgraded Atomic Timing Guides
✅ Front Main Seal
✅ Sump Half Moon Seals
✅ Everything needed to refresh your timing system in one box

Whether you're building a stock daily, a tough street car, or a high horsepower Barra, timing system reliability is not the place to cut corners. A worn tensioner can lead to poor chain control, accelerated wear, and in severe cases, costly engine damage.

We only have a small number of these kits remaining. Once they're gone, they're gone. Secure yours now while you still can.

To help ensure as many Barra owners as possible can secure one, these kits are currently limited to ONE KIT PER CUSTOMER.

*VERY Limited stock available.
*Maximum 1 kit per customer.

Don't wait until your engine is apart to discover the parts you need are no longer available.

CHECK THE COMMENTS FOR A LINK

05/06/2026

Our ultrasonic tester got a work out this week.

Stock blocks are tough but we want to find the thickest ones for the toughest builds 💪💪

14/05/2026

Hi Guys/Girls,

Competition time! We're looking for the best barra dose sounds.

Drop the best one and Win an Atomic T-Shirt, Sticker pack and $100 voucher on our website. Bonus points if you can list the Atomic parts you have in your build! Tag a mate with a ripper sounding barra.

Comment on the post send us a DM with your audio/video and we'll post it back in here as a comment.

Lets go! PSHHHHH TUTUTUTUTU. 💪

12/05/2026

We're getting closer and closer!

Production is underway and over the next couple of months we'll be sharing more info about the tensioner design and testing as we get closer.

Price and ETA will be shared towards the end of May.

We're busy bees in the background trying to get these ready ASAP so bear with us and hold tight a couple more weeks until we're able to share more info.

11/05/2026

Here's 2 spicy red heads to start your week!🔥🌶️

These two 698s are going out this week both destined for BAs.

This isn't any 1000hp. This is a properly optimised package to give you a wide power and without sacrifice.

Most customers opt for stage 4 cams with their 698 to allow them to retain VCT and really maximise the high velocity ports on the 698 heads. Even though we've improved flow significantly with these heads, we prioritised velocity to increase the engines efficiency and therefore torque across the RPM range.

To chat 698 or other engine packages have a browse of our range and contact us

https://atomicperformanceproducts.com/products/atomic-698-gt-a

07/05/2026

We have another one of these FG 550GT-A short blocks available! First in best dressed.

Contact us at [email protected]

We have one Atomic 550GT-A Short motor up for sale. We dont usually post these up they sell quicker than we can make them. Jump onto our website and take a look link in the comments. Atomic Superleggera rods and Atomic Icon forged pistons.

29/04/2026

This motor has come back after a blow up and we've pulled the rocker cover to look for clues only to find this guy pretending to be an intake rocker arm. Get back on the exhaust side mate!

25/04/2026

Atomic Performance Products Barra Timing Chain Kits. In stock and ready to rock!

Starting at $469.

Comments for the link.

21/04/2026

How's that for first start!

POV, you've just been born and identify as an Atomic 698 GTA. You've been primed with fresh zinc rich mineral oil, fresh copper plugs and a filter to get rid of all that engine placenta or whatever.

You're alive but not quite awake. A nearby Haltech gets the signal and gives you the kick you need to fire up for the first time. A quick check of pressures before we hold your RPM up high to get you warm.

You find your feet and after a few hours and several tests, you're ready to finish being run in in your new home (probably a muddy patrol or something).

By now we've recorded your ring gaps, bearing clearances, compressions hot and cold. We've tabled your oil pressure and confirmed your vitals look good! One day we might have to remeasure you and compare your stats to see how you've grown.

Maybe you'll go on to win red light GPs, chop your owner's mates at roll racing, and maybe even jump the light one day at a big race.

All we know is we've put a lot of effort in to make sure your life is trouble free and if you have any major issues in the first year, we'll fix you right up. When the RBs try to bully you, don't slip on their oily blowby, when the 2jz tease you, remember that the small dogs bark loud but don't bite hard. Show them what you're made of 💪

Go make boost, shoot flames, and slap limiter (respectfully)! Please don't come back unless you want more power, but send us photos and videos of yourself having fun.

All the best,
xoxo Team Atomic