Engine Manufacturers Ready to Implement 2010 Heavy-Duty Vehicle Emissions Standards
TheEngine Manufacturers Association (EMA) said its members are on scheduleand ready to meet the EPA’s stringent 2010 emission standards forheavy-duty engines. Engine manufacturers have invested heavily in engineering technologicalsolutions and design changes to meet the new NOx emission standard thatis required for 2010 model-year engines and see no technologicalbarriers to meeting the standard, according to
MAHLE Clevite Inc. Introduces New MAHLE Original Piston Catalog
MAHLEClevite Inc. announces the release of its new MAHLE Original LightVehicle Piston Catalog (PI-20-09), featuring more than 600 new partnumbers. In addition, the new catalog uses a brand-new, user-friendlylayout for quick and easy reference to diagrams, make/model indexes andmore. In connection with the new MAHLE Clevite brand strategy,the catalog introduces the new MAHLE Original part
CV Products Announces New Initiatives and Achievements for PRI, Year End
Entering their third decade as the racer’s ultimate resource, CV Products Inc. has announced several new initiatives. Part of a continuing effort to better serve their customers, CV Products new programs firmly focus on providing greater convenience, efficiency and service. Available at PRI Show booth #2301, a completely reorganized, full color master catalog has
Fueling the Future – Can You Fill Up with Alternative Fuels?
Currently gas prices have stabilized at around $1.83 a gallon, a price at which most Americans feel comfortable driving their SUVs, trucks, race cars, tow vehicles and other motorized toys. But when gas hits $4 and $5 a gallon, driving guzzlers becomes a challenge for many. It was only a few months ago that a
Engine Builder Shop Solutions: November 2008
Ford Reverse Rotation Rear Main Seal Replacement Ford small block 302 V8 engines have long been used in marine applications in both standard and reverse rotation crankshaft configurations. Many vendors list seals for the reverse rotation two-piece seal, but some reverse rotation engines use a one-piece seal. I don’t know of any aftermarket listings for
MAHLE Clevite Inc. Introduces 301-0060B Performance Piston Rings
MAHLE Clevite Inc. has announced the arrival of its 301-0060B Performance piston rings for use in 8000HP, 490 cid V8 engines. The 301-0060B Performance piston rings’ components include a 4.190? bore, Ductile Plasma-moly Dykes, .078? Dykes, and 0.17? PC479™ Fire-Power™ Dykes, which are engineered to withstand the punishment of today’s high powered, Nitrous-Oxide injected, Turbocharged,
Installer Tech Tip: Engine Knocking Noise Just Above Idle on Nissan VG33E May Be Normal
If your customer complains of an engine knock just above idle from your rebuilt Nissan VG33E engine, you can tell them that the cause may be a normal pulsating noise coming from the EVAP purgesolenoid valve and piping (in the engine compartment) transferring intothe passenger cabin. However, use the following procedure to reduce thenoise. Service
Motor State Distributing Recognized as 2008 WD of the Year at SEMA Show Awards Banquet
Motor State Distributing, a worldwide warehouse distributor ofhigh-performance automotive parts, was presented with the 2008Warehouse Distributor (WD) of the Year Award at the 2008 SEMA ShowIndustry Awards Banquet held in Las Vegas. Motor State Distributing was founded in 1964 in a tiny garage bylongtime racer and enthusiast George Lane. The company has since grownto become
Performance Warehouse Association Presents Awards at SEMA Industry Awards Banquet
PWA Person of the Year: Bob Cook The PWA recently honored Bob Cook as PWA Person of the Year duringthe 2008 SEMA Industry Awards Banquet. Like many of his colleagues,Cook developed his passion for the automotive industry at an early age,and turned it into a lifelong career. “I’d always liked cars,” Cook recalled, “and when
Grand Prize Winner Announced in ‘Find Clevite’ Promotion
Mark Williams, a dedicated NASCAR fan from Palmyra, VA, is the grand prize winner in the MAHLE Clevite “Find Clevite” promotion. Williams was awarded a NASCAR VIP Weekend for two to the final race of the 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. The contest, held online at www.FindClevite.com, started in May and concluded on October 25.
MAHLE Clevite Inc. Introduces Clevite H-Series Racing Bearings for GM Duramax Diesel Engines
MAHLEClevite has announced the introduction of Clevite H-Series racingbearings for GM 6.6L Duramax diesel engines, including rod bearings(CB1805H) and main set bearings (MS2218H). “We are pleased to introduce the legendary Clevite H-Series racingbearings for the GM Duramax 6.6L diesel engine,” said Bill McKnight,team leader – Training for MAHLE Clevite Inc. “Designed for toughconditions, Clevite H-Series
Melling Launches New Corporate Website
Melling recently launched its new corporate website, www.melling.com. The new site, which encompasses all divisions of the company —aftermarket, original equipment and international — has several newfeatures including a searchable PDF catalog for both aftermarket stockreplacement parts and high performance parts in the Melling SelectLine. And, by customer request, all Melling technical bulletins and chartshave been added to assist engine builders, distributors