Motul USA Appoints Ron Aparicio as Director of Sales and Marketing
Motul USA announces the appointment of Ron Aparicio as its director of sales and marketing. A veteran of the automotive aftermarket industry, he previously served as director of sales for Walker Products Inc. During his 10-year service with Walker, he was responsible for aftermarket sales and the management of outside sales reps. In addition, he
Dart Machinery Introduces Aluminum ‘LS Next’ Block
One year after revealing its remarkable cast iron LS Next engine block, Dart Machinery reduces its mass and announces an aluminum counterpart. Created from the finest casting materials and weighing 107 lbs, the LS Next was the first aftermarket block to comprehensively address high-performance troubles in the original equipment LS power unit. Laden with innovations,
MaxJet Provides Repeatable Carburetor Tuning
When it comes down to tuning at the track, carburetor jetting is one of the key components of a successful run. A mixture that’s too rich will have a severe effect on performance, and a lean condition could severely affect the long-term reliability of pistons, valves and other internal engine components. carbura The MaxJet Precision
A Look Into Jon Kaase’s Shaft-Mounted Rockers for Big-Block Fords
At first glance, Jon Kaase’s new shaft-mounted rocker arrangement for his P-51 big-block Ford cylinder heads conveys stability. To the competition valve train, it contributes both strength and accuracy. However, the new arrangement possesses many more appealing prospects, some of which are concealed. For example, the 0.900in wide aluminum rocker bodies are characterized partly by
PERA Announces New Board of Directors
Randy Bauer, of Jasper Engine & Transmission Exchange, Jasper, IN; and Robert Stanley of The Armakleen Company, Princeton, NJ, were elected to the board of directors of the Production Engine Remanufacturers Association (PERA) at the organization’s 68th Annual Conference held recently in Dallas, TX. Bauer and Stanley replace board of directors Bill Levy, U.S. Tool & Mfg. Company,
CRP Offers Asian and European Cylinder Head Bolt Kits
These OE-quality head bolts come packaged as sets for vehicle-specific applications. CRP Automotive says it now offers coverage for Asian and European applications with its AJUSA Cylinder Head Bolt Kit program. The program features an OE-quality line of torque-to-yield (TTY) head bolts that come packaged as sets to meet vehicle-specific applications, the company says. The
Computer ‘Tools’
Infusing Software Technology into a Performance Build For years, computer-aided design (CAD) has been used in the automotive industry to develop prototypes of body styles, as well as to design auto components including engine parts, electronics and even tires. In fact, Dr. Patrick J. Hanratty, an American computer scientist who is known as the “Father
Engine Pro Honors Top Suppliers
Engine Parts Group, Inc. (Engine Pro) honored six top suppliers at its recent winter shareholders meeting. Companies recognized as Featured Suppliers were B & P Rods, Durabond Bearing Co., Ferrea Racing Components, Hastings Manufacturing Co., Melling Engine Parts and SA Gear Co. Shareholders select the Featured Suppliers from more than 90 companies providing engine parts
Flowmaster Designated as Exclusive Performance Exhaust Of NASCAR
Flowmaster celebrates new NASCAR partnership with “Show Us Your Flows” contest that will reward one lucky Flowmaster fan with an all-access trip to the Daytona 500. INDIANPOLIS – Exhaust technology brand Flowmaster announced last week from the floor of the 2013 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) show that it has been named the Exclusive Performance Exhaust
Matco Tools’ New Impact Wrench Packs 1,300 Pounds of Torque
Tool company launches MT2769 — the most powerful ½ inch impact wrench on the market Matco Tools’ product lineup now includes the MT2769, offering technicians the most powerful 1/2 inch impact wrench on the market with a best-in-class breakaway torque of 1,300 ft. lbs. Plus, an exclusive easy-change muffler design allows for effortless servicing and
Analog Valve Spring Tester from Goodson
Goodson Tools & Supplies for Engine Builders has introduced a new Analog Valve Spring Tester. The new Analog Valve Spring Tester features: • 600 pound capacity in 10 pound increments • 5” diameter Ashcroft quality analog pressure gauge • Spring platform handles springs up to 2” diameter x 4.5” overall height • Press assembly height
Join Speedville Pit Crew And Immediately Earn Rewards
New automotive enthusiast website to hold contest giveaway to the “Big Race” in Daytona. Launched on Nov. 1, Speedville.com, the Internet’s new address for performance, will give away a vacation package to Daytona as part of its “Big Race” contest. To enter, visit Speedville.com and become a “Pit Crew” member by clicking “Join the Pit
