Engine Builder Shop Solutions: November 2009
Eye Teasers We all know the economy is a bit slow, but it’s how you address the situation that counts. While one shop may have so much work they can barely handle it, others have had to lay off good people because there is just not enough work to keep them busy. There is no
APRA Introduces BUYREMAN Remanufacturing Marketplace
The BUYREMAN Remanufacturing Marketplace will feature a wide range of products and services exclusively for the automotive and truck parts remanufacturing industry that will support APRA’s members and their customers in their purchasing decisions. The BUYREMAN Remanufacturing Marketplace includes a Product Showcase, which enables APRA members to highlight the many products and services they have
Hytec DeBartolo Rescinds Exclusive Purchase Agreement with Melling Tool Co.
HytecDeBartolo LLC has announced that a previously published exclusiveagreement with Melling Tool Co. has officially been rescinded. Thedue-diligence process and subsequent business transaction, whereMelling planned to purchase majority equity ownership in Hytec, is nownull and void. “There are occasions when business transactions divert from theiroriginal plans, as was the case with our proposed agreement withMelling,”
Students Earn $250,000 in Scholarships for Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine Challenge
From SEMA eNews Dubbed the “Showdown at SEMA,” Team Fel-Pro needed just 44:22 minutes to take apart and reassemble a high-performance Chevy 350 engine in the championshipround, besting Team MSD’s 56:54. Hailing from the Elkhart Area Career Center (Elkhart, Indiana), each member of Team MSD was awarded individual $7,500 scholarships. To qualify for the championship
Performance Motorsports Inc. Acquires Innovate Motorsports Inc.
The acquisition of Innovate Motorsports Inc. will enhance PMi’s position as a leading supplier of technologically sophisticated performance products for the automotive and powersports aftermarkets. The PMi group of companies currently includes leading brands such as JE Pistons, Wiseco Performance Products, K1 Technologies and ProX Racing Parts. “Innovate Motorsports is an exciting addition to our
SuperFlow Technologies Group Launches New Web site
SuperFlow.com provides detailed information on SF’s complete line of industry-leading automotive testing technology and equipment – including engine and chassis dynamometers, flowbenches, electronic accessories/software, as well as transmission testing and remanufacturing equipment. The site is also home for all transmission testing products marketed under the Zoom Technologies brand, which SuperFlow purchased Zoom earlier this year.
Valve Train Ticking Noises Reported on Honda 2.2L Engines
A probable cause for this condition is the intake rocker shaftclearance is excessive at the number two cylinder. To correct thiscondition, adjust the valve clearances or replace the cam holder andthe adjoining intake rocker arm shafts at the number two cylinder. Repair Procedure: 1) Measure the intake valve clearance at the number two cylinder intake
J.D. Power Projects New Automotive Industry Breakeven Point to Decrease by More than 2 Million Units
From aftermarketNews Due to cost-cutting measures such as renegotiation of union and suppliercontracts, the "breakeven point" for the domestic automotive industrywill decrease by more than 2 million units when comparing currentindustry conditions to those forecasted in 2010, according to GaryDilts, senior vice president of U.S. automotive at J.D. Power andAssociates. Dilts shared these findings during
Evans Cooling Launches New Website Spotlighting Advantages of Waterless Cooling Technology
Evans Cooling Systems, Inc., patent holder and manufacturer of the ONLY commercial waterless engine coolants, has launched a new website designed to spotlight the unprecedented economic, environmental and performance advantages of its engine cooling technology for users in the heavy duty and high performance engine markets. The new website features improved navigation and streamlined information
MAHLE Clevite Implements New Brand Strategy for North American Aftermarket Products
MAHLE Cleviterecently announced the implementation of a new brand strategy for itsNorth American Aftermarket products, designed to streamline the brandportfolio. Re-branding initiatives include a number of product linetransitions to the MAHLE Original brand, as well as changes to theMAHLE Original logo and packaging. These moves will improve awarenessand consistency among North American brands, said the
Navistar Acquires Engine Components Business from Continental, Forms New Operating Company
Navistar Inc. has concluded an agreement to acquire certain assets andthe membership interests of Continental Diesel Systems US LLC tomanufacture key fuel injection components for its MaxxForce dieselengines. As part of Navistar’s industry leadership strategy, thecompany also will establish a dedicated research and developmentfacility to support Navistar’s diesel power system components. Thecompany, renamed Pure Power
Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) Head Gasket Installation Procedures for Chrysler 2.0L and 2.4L Engines
Note: This information applies to models with a 2.0L SOHC/DOHC (naturally aspirated) or 2.4L engine. Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gaskets have been developed and released for use on the above models. The MLS gasket was released for production, as a running change, in the 1999 model year for all models except FJ. This new gasket