Overcoming Cam Problems in GM 4.3 V6 Vortec Industrial Engine
The GM 4.3 V6 Vortec industrial engine is a rugged engine that has been used in a variety of applications. However, some rebuilders have found problems with the roller camshafts on the GM 4.3 V6 Vortec industrial engine if the GM V6 is used in a low rpm, constant speed application. This includes applications such
Fel-Pro Introduces Premium Engine Sealing Sets for Racing and Street Performance Engines
Federal-Mogul’s Fel-Pro brandof gaskets for high-performance engines has introduced several premiumcomplete engine sealing sets for popular racing and street performanceengines. Premium Fel-Pro performance full sets feature the latestrace-proven engine sealing technologies, including Fel-ProPermaTorqueMLS multi-layer-steel head gaskets, rigid-core molded rubbervalve cover and one-piece oil pan gaskets, steel-core intake manifoldgaskets and high-temperature crankshaft seals. "Performance engine builders
Coretalk: Pro Motor Engine Team Sets Clevite Showdown Record To Win Finals
>Borem and Hoffman, who had an engine-build time of 16 minutes and 25 seconds, with no penalties, went head-to-head with Hendrick Motorsports’ Kevin Webber and Scott Vester, who finished second with a build time of 17 minutes and 47 seconds with no penalties. For their efforts (the third fastest build time overall), Webber and Vester
Coretalk: Jasper Engines Unveils ‘Authentic Custom Drivetrains’ Program
Alex Ernst, Jasper Authentic Group Leader, says the division expects to produce approximately 1,300 engines in 2007. He says the number of drivetrain components that fit the profile of a Jasper Authentic built product will increase as the company begins to establish itself as “one of the premier custom remanufacturers in this market. With traditional
Racing Oils Can Offer Extra Power & Protection For Your Performance Engine
Building high performance engines doesn’t come cheap. The components you use cost more, the time you take to build each motor is longer, and paying attention to detail is the name of the game. High performance engines have a very small margin for error when it comes to tolerances and extreme loads, therefore the demand
Marine Engines: Setting a Course for Profits
There are hundreds of thousands of motorboats cruising the waterways and coasts of America. It’s easy to think the market for rebuilding engines for all those crafts might be a niche ripe for the picking. Some rebuilders estimate the size of the marine engine market to be fairly small, perhaps less than 130,000 engines per
Fast Lane: Old-Time Engines Can Bring In Very Modern Profits
Perhaps one of the most often overlooked markets for many shops is the collector car and restoration market, and within this I would also include antique trucks of all sizes, antique tractors and farm machinery and antique construction equipment and machinery. We discussed a few of these markets, such as muscle cars and antique tractor
Perfect Engine Sealing Starts With Proper Head Bolt Use
How important are the various fasteners in an engine? Consider this: the head bolts have to withstand tremendous loads to keep the cylinder head sealed tightly against the head gasket and block. In an engine with four inch cylinder bores and peak combustion pressures of around 1,100 pounds per square inch, each cylinder exerts about
Coretalk: GM, DaimlerChrysler Join Forces To Produce Hybrid Automobile Engines By ’07
Although financial terms of the agreement weren’t disclosed, the collaboration is likely to involve an investment of hundreds of millions of dollars between the automakers. The first of the vehicles is to debut in 2007 – when Toyota has said it hopes its hybrid model sales will total several hundred thousand worldwide. GM, which has
Is There A ‘Spec Engine’Program In Your Future?
In an attempt to reduce the high cost of racing, many sanctioning bodies and racetracks are experimenting with or already using what could be described as “spec engines” or “crate engines.” General Motors was one of the first to offer a crate engine for racing, but now numerous manufacturers including Ford and Dodge have crate
Revised cylinder head installation procedure for 1997-2002 GM 5.7L VIN G engines
Engine Builders: The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information on a revised cylinder head installation procedure for 1997-2002 GM 5.7L VIN G engines, Figure 1. This revised procedure should be used any time the cylinder heads are being installed and supersedes information found in earlierpublished service manuals. Previously published technical bulletin TB 1624 should
Timing chain installation procedures on 1998-2002 Chrysler 2.7L DOHC Engines
Engine Builders: The following information may be helpful for your installers regarding timing chain installation procedures on 1998-2002 Chrysler 2.7L DOHC Engines. If the following procedure is not followed correctly, upon start up, valves will bend. Align crankshaft sprocket timing mark to the mark on oil pump housing. NOTE: Lubricate timing chain and guides with
Timing belt installation procedures on 1994-2001 Acura B18 Series engines
Engine Builders: The following information is for installers regarding timing belt installation procedures on 1994-2001 Acura B18 Series engines. Failure to follow these procedures could result in engine damage. Position the crankshaft and the camshaft pulleys as shown in Figure 1 before installing the timing belt. Set the crankshaft so that the No. 1 piston
The procedure for tightening TTY head bolts on GM 3.8L engines?
What is the procedure for tightening TTY head bolts on GM 3.8L engines? The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information regarding cylinder head installation for 1995-2002 GM 3.8L VIN K and 1 engines. AERA TB 1952 should be discarded. According to AERA, other published service information has been incomplete and this is the most
Reports that some 1999-2001 GM 2.2L VIN 4 engines tend to generate a droning noise that is especially noticeable at approximately 950 rpm after cold start up.
Engine Builders: There have been reports that some 1999-2001 GM 2.2L VIN 4 engines tend to generate a droning noise that is especially noticeable at approximately 950 rpm after cold start up. GM has identified the source as a natural resonant vibration of the air conditioning alternator drive belt. A revised belt, p/n 12575450, made
Ford 2.0L engines are prone to valve seat failures. Aftermarket fix for these problems?
Okay, so Ford 2.0L engines are prone to valve seat failures. Isn
What is the cylinder head installation procedure for the new GM 6.6L diesel engine?
What is the cylinder head installation procedure for the new GM 6.6L diesel engine? According to the AERA technical committee, there is a revised cylinder head installation procedure for 2001-2003 GM 6.6L VIN 1 diesel engines. These engines are referred to as Duramax diesels and are a result of a joint venture between GM and
Improving engine balance on 1992-
Engine Builders: The AERA Technical Committee has issued the following information on improving engine balance on 1992-
Revised cylinder head installation procedure for 1997-2002 GM 5.7L VIN G engines
Engine Builders: The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information on a revised cylinder head installation procedure for 1997-2002 GM 5.7L VIN G engines, Figure 1. This revised procedure should be used any time the cylinder heads are being installed and supersedes information found in earlier published service manuals. Previously published technical bulletin TB 1624