Shop Solutions December 2023
Check out the latest shop solutions from builders around the country.
Shop Solutions November 2023
Many times, the flange diameter of the rod nuts will contact the radius around the nut seat on some rods. Some jobs may not warrant the expense of spot facing the nut seat on the connecting rods. In that case, it can be quicker and more effective to just machine a chamfer on the ARP rod nuts.
Shop Solutions – October 2023
A written warranty provides benefits for you and your customer. It sets expectations, protects both parties and is a great marketing tool that encourages repeat business.
Shop Solutions September 2023
Engine shop tips and tricks.
Shop Solutions August 2023
Engine shop tips and tricks.
Shop Solutions June 2023
Engine and machine shop tips and tricks.
May Shop Solutions 2023
Engine and machine shop tips and tricks.
April Shop Solutions 2023
Engine and machine shop tips and tricks.
Shop Solutions March 2023
If I’m not using torque plates, I tape up both sides and trim out the bores. I use painter’s tape, which comes off easily and doesn’t leave any glue residue. I get much less oil in the spray washer this way.
Shop Solutions February 2023
Check out February’s shop tips and tricks.
Shop Solutions January 2023
Next time you have set of large journal small block Chevy connecting rods to resize, consider honing the big ends of them for a +.002” outside diameter bearing that the LS engines with fracture cap rods use.
Shop Solutions December 2022
Everyone misses occasionally, and this helps avoid dents and damage.
