SuperFlow Acquires Zoom Technology
In an agreement reached with ZOOM CEO Chris Hansen, SuperFlow will take over all manufacturing, sales/marketing and administrative operations for the Zoom Technology product line, effective immediately. Hansen will also relocate from ZOOM’s New Jersey facility to Des Moines, Iowa to assist in the transition, and to support ZOOM’s existing product line and customer base.
Crankshaft Balancing
The first step in understanding crankshaft balancing is to understand the purpose of the counterweights. The counterweights are designed to offset the weight of the rod and pistons. You have the weight of the crankshaft and the pistons and rods. At any point in the assembly’s rotation, the sum of all of the forces are
EPG President says Engine Rebuilding Offers Simpler, Lower Cost Way to Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Several plans are currently being debated in the public forum in an attempt to find a way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Most of these concepts have been debated for years – setting higher mileage standards, implementing advanced technologies, and passing “cash for clunkers” legislation. The head of one of the country’s largest engine parts
Legislative Vehicle for Cash for Clunkers Remains Uncertain
Following a May 5 meeting at the White House to discuss the status of climate change legislation, House Democrats announced an agreement on a "Cash for Clunkers" bill. The agreed-upon proposal would provide vouchers to Americans for one year to encourage the purchase of about one million cars and trucks and the destruction of a
Egge Announces Del Austin as New Sales Director
Egge Machine and Speed Shop is proud to introduce Del Austin as its new Sales Director. Del has many years of automotive aftermarket industry experience at the Jobber, WD, and Manufacturer levels. He has owned and operated both Jobber stores and Machine Shops, and is a hands-on enthusiast. Del has a collection of both pre-war
Jack Sparks Joins Callies Performance Products
Callies Performance Products is proud to announce that Jack Sparks has joined them in the production of high performance connecting rods. Recognized world wide, Jack Sparks is an expert in the design, process development, and manufacture of connecting rods intended for severe duty applications. Having over 30 years of manufacturing experience, Jack brings an extensive
Cash for Clunkers Bill Moves Ahead
“Cashfor Clunkers” legislation has gained traction on Capitol Hill ascompeting bills in the House have been consolidated and moved out ofcommittee. The White House and the House Energy and Commerce Committeereached an agreement on proposed legislation, which now moves to thefull House for consideration. "’Cash for clunkers’ is a common-sense proposal that will help providea
EQ Cylinder Heads Wild West Northern Tour
Ricky Alvarado wins EQ Cylinder Heads Wild West Northern Tour (IMCA) at Aztec Speedway on April 24.
The 10th Annual MAHLE Engine Builder Showdown Rev
The MAHLE Engine Builder Showdown is a tiered, three-round competition designed to recognize the knowledge, skills and speed of professional engine builders who assemble special performance engines for NASCAR teams. Former NASCAR crew chiefs Hammond and McReynolds will be right at home calling the action as both have extensive engine building knowledge. For the past
Alvarado sweeps record-setting doubleheader as EQ Cylinder Heads Wild West Tour opens at Aztec
Two-time defending series champion Ricky Alvarado was a double winner as the EQ Cylinder Heads Wild West Northern Tour (IMCA) opened with a record car count at Aztec Speedway on April 24th. Alvarado took over before midway of Friday’s feature for IMCA Modifieds. He was much more dominating after starting the Saturday show from
Navistar’s Green Diesel Technology Products Qualify for Government Grants
Eligible fleets wanting to make environmentally responsible changes to their vehicles can now apply for government grants to offset the costs of retrofitting their existing trucks. International® truck and IC Bus dealers offer a suite of products that may qualify under federal, state, and local clean diesel grant programs. “Our International dealers are ready to
Engine Builder Magazine to Co-sponsor HD Diesel Engine Program and Exhibit at BIG R Show
TheAutomotive Parts Remanufacturers Association (APRA) and its Heavy DutyRemanufacturing Group (HDRG) have announced the addition of Engine BuilderMagazine as a co-sponsor of the HD Diesel Engine Program and ExhibitSection of the Big R Show. APRA’s BIG R Show will be co-located withthe ATRA Powertrain Expo at The Riviera Hotel in Las Vegas on November1-2, just