MAHLE Aftermarket Champion Technician Contest
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. recently kicked off the fourth annual MAHLE Aftermarket Champion Technician Contest, designed to spotlight talented and forward thinking engine technicians and specialists who demonstrate success and creativity as it relates to advancing the field of engine development.
Bosch Starts Scholarship Program with Universal Technical Institute Foundation
Robert Bosch LLC has established an education scholarship and employment grant program through the Universal Technical Institute Foundation with a gift of $50,000.
What Is Your Roadmap To Profitability?
Your roadmap begins with collecting all the labor dollars for your technicians’ time. Through measuring and managing, you can determine whether or not you are collecting all the labor dollars that are available to you, or if you are leaving money on the table. Once you start measuring a few important metrics, especially effective labor
Avoid Overfilling GM Dry Sump Equipped Engines
Many Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, Z06 and GS models built between 2006 and 2013 are equipped with a dry sump engine lubrication system. This high-performance system operates differently than a standard engine lubrication system and requires a special procedure when checking the engine oil level. When adding engine oil to these vehicles, care must be taken
Remanufacturing Section at AAPEX 2014: Now Sold Out
The expanded Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) Remanufacturing Section – co-hosted by the Auto Care Association and the Motor & Equipment Remanufacturers Association (MERA) – is sold out for 2014, with more than 40 exhibitors set to grow their remanufacturing business before an international audience of more than 39,000 buyers. AAPEX is slated for Tuesday,
Federal-Mogul Vehicle Components Renamed Federal-Mogul Motorparts
Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation has announced the next step in its ongoing strategy to drive the global growth of its premium products and leading brands. Effective immediately, the company’s Vehicle Components division will be renamed Federal-Mogul Motorparts. Federal-Mogul Motorparts is a leading provider of premium brands, including MOOG, Fel-Pro, Champion, Wagner, ANCO and Ferodo, to the global
Green Strategies: Propane – A Gas on the Rise
The issue of the automotive and heavy-duty industry moving toward more alternative fuel useage will always be an important topic of discussion for the rebuilding industry. And, no matter which side of the fence you are on regarding a reduction in petroleum in today’s vehicles, alternative fuels may provide more engine-related opportunities to your business.
Lingenfelter’s Expansion Strategy Leads to New Facility
In keeping with its expansion strategy, Lingenfelter Performance Engineering has opened a new, multi-purpose facility in Wixom, Mich., to keep pace with growing demand for the company’s performance products and services. The new 30,000 square-foot facility is an addition to Lingenfelter Performance Engineering’s (LPE) original engine and vehicle build operations located in Decatur, Ind. “Continual well-planned
Tips to Keep the Shop Clean from Top to Bottom
To help engine and performance shops improve cleanliness and productivity, Cintas Corporation offers 10 tips for maintaining a clean shop environment. 1. Plan daily floor maintenance. Shop floor cleanliness is increasingly important as many technicians take customers into the service area to discuss their vehicle’s condition. To keep floors in the teardown/rebuilding area clean, develop
Executive Interview: WIX Filters’ Edward Covington and Mike Harvey
WIX Filters’ Edward Covington, vice president of quality assurance, and Mike Harvey, brand manager, discuss what constitutes “normal” driving, seasonal car care tips and how the iconic WIX brand will mark 75 years in 2014. Edward, how can shop owners and technicians properly match oil filters to driving conditions? There are more than four million
Improve Employee Performance By Setting, Tracking Goals
Improving employee performance is a critical issue that most shop owners struggle with on a daily basis. I’ve discovered that building and maintaining a strong team of high performers is an ongoing process that requires a range of strategies, from providing the proper training to offering opportunities for growth. Here’s a look at the methods
AVI Announces 2015 Sanibel Training Conference
Automotive Video Innovations’s (AVI) annual Sanibel Training Conference has become the annual gathering place for shop owners, techs, trainers and industry leaders who are serious about training, and who also enjoy the camaraderie of industry friends. “The AVI Conference should be in the Guinness Book of World Records,” said Ron Bilyeu, a long-time educator, repair
Intermotor Parts Car Giveaway
Standard Motor Products (SMP) has announced the Intermotor Parts Car Giveaway, available to professional service technicians, counterpersons, motorists and all import car enthusiasts, is running now through April 15, 2014. The program will award one grand prize winner a 2014 Subaru Impreza WRX, as well as first and second place prizes. “Intermotor is recognized as
Babcox Media Announces Enhancements to Aftermarket Job Portal Websites
Babcox Media Inc. has made several renovations to its two job portal websites, Aftermarketjobs.com and AutoProJobs.com. The websites enable both aftermarket professionals and automotive technicians to connect with prospective employers in the industry. Both websites recently received a fresh redesign with a variety of valuable new features. Visitors of Aftermarketjobs.com are now able to upload their resumes for
Learning To Race Pro Stock
My transition in 1975 from bracket racing a 122˝ wheelbase mid-eleven second, two-ton ’57 Mercury to racing in a low nine-second 99˝ wheelbase, Pinto Pro Stock car, was quite a jump. I was jaded with bracket racing and wanted to run heads up – all out with a door car. So, Pro Stock was it.
Blast From the Past: Learning to Race Pro Stock
My transition in 1975 from bracket racing a 122˝ wheelbase mid-eleven second, two-ton ’57 Mercury to racing in a low nine-second 99˝ wheelbase, Pinto Pro Stock car, was quite a jump. I was jaded with bracket racing and wanted to run heads up – all out with a door car. So, Pro Stock was it.
November Issue Engine Builder Shop Solutions
Jeep 3.8L Oil Pressure Problem Many late model 3.8L Jeep engines are losing oil pressure at the oil pump due to failure of the bypass valve. This results in destruction of not only the crankshaft, but the connecting rods. To fix the problem, you need to find the bypass valve inside the plastic timing cover.
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
Ed Pink’s Garage “Open For Business”
Hall of Fame engine builder Ed “The Old Master” Pink is embarking on a new chapter in his storied career, collaborating with long-time friend and associate Bob Brandt to launch “Ed Pink’s Garage” in Newbury Park, CA. The facility will be devoted to doing special projects that range from building and installing unique engines in
Snap-on Introduces “Must Have” Cam Gear Holder
Company: Snap-on www.snapon.com/handtools The new Snap-on Cam Gear Holder (CGH1236) features a hole at the center of the tool which allows a socket to be inserted for removal of the cam gear bolt. Replacing the cam gears on Chrysler and Dodge vehicles can be a challenging chore without the right tool. The new Snap-on Cam Gear Holder (CGH1236) makes the removal and
