Nostrum Energy Wins First Emerging Innovation Award From SAFE
Nostrum Energy Technologies Recognized for Significantly Advancing Internal Combustion Engine Efficiencies and Reducing U.S. Oil Dependence Nostrum Energy, a technology company that creates breakthrough fuel efficiency improvements for stationary and automotive power, today announced that it has been named the winner of the inaugural Securing America’s Future Energy (SAFE) Energy Security Prize Emerging Innovation Award. The company’s
Cummins Announces ISV5.0L V8 Diesel For Pickups and Delivery Trucks
The ISV5.0L brings together a compacted graphite iron (CGI) cylinder block, forged steel crankshaft, high-strength aluminum alloy heads, and composite valve covers to offer maximum durability in a lightweight package. Cummins Inc. unveiled the ISV5.0, a new 5-liter V8 diesel engine designed to power pickup-and-delivery vehicles, other light- and medium-duty trucks, school buses and motorhomes. The
Head Gasket Q & A
Cylinder head gasket design has become more sophisticated than in years past. The following FAQs on head gaskets may give you a better understanding of WHY you need to rebuild a particular engine. Can an overheating motor cause a head gasket failure? One reason head gaskets fail is because of engine overheating. If the engine
Kaase Captures AMSOIL Engine Masters Crown
Jon Kaase is named Engine Master with a Ford Mod motor powered by a FAST XFI 2.0 EFI system. The builders who assembled at UNOH recently for the AMSOIL Engine Masters Challenge each arrived with different aims. Many to experience the challenge, others to show their stuff, and some to match wits with the best
Engine Oil Choices Are Changing
The universal engine oil is expected to die in 2016. Diesel, gasoline and natural gas engine oils are going to be changing by 2016. With the current regulatory emphasis on improving fuel economy, which also reduces greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, engine oil scientists will soon be reformulating all three oils to improve fuel economy. When the
Autolite Introduces XP Xtreme Performance Iridium Plugs
For engine builder who have made modifications to an engine, they should refer to their component manufacturer’s specifications and/or contact the experts at Fram Group at www.autolite.com Company: FRAM Group www.autolite.com Autolite XP Xtreme Performance Iridium enhanced spark plugs are one of Autolite’s most technologically advanced spark plugs ever. With an iridium-enhanced 0.6 mm finewire design
Shell Lubricants Showcases its Lubricants Technology and Business Values at Houston Grand Prix
Track Provides Ultimate Test Ground to Benefit Engine Builders, Race Enthusiasts, Consumers and Automakers Continuing a rich motorsports history, Shell Lubricants has proven again that its storied relationship with IndyCar translates learning from the track to real-world benefits on the road and beyond. Serving as the ultimate proving ground, education taken from the racetrack adds value to
IPD Expands Sales & Marketing Executive Management Team
Jamie Fiffles will be responsible for managing IPD sales and service teams (and initiatives) throughout the North, Central, and South American regions IPD, a leading aftermarket provider of engine components for heavy-duty diesel and natural gas powered engines, is proud to announce the addition of Jamie Fiffles as IPD’s new Sr. Director of Sales & Service –
New High Performance Coolant from Evans
Evans Cooling Systems, Inc., producer of a unique line of waterless engine coolants, released its new High Performance Coolant, previously known as NPG+C. Company: Evans Cooling Systems, Inc. www.evanscooling.com Evans Cooling Systems, Inc., producer of a unique line of waterless engine coolants, announces the release of its new labels for its High Performance Coolant, previously known as NPG+C.
FAST Introduces 102mm Composite Intake Manifolds
Constructed from the same advanced polymer material as the original FAST LSX 92mm Intake Manifold, the LSXR offers a host of benefits over aluminum aftermarket intakes, including lighter weight, increased strength and improved heat dissipating characteristics Company: Fuel Air Spark Technology WWW.FUELAIRSPARK.COM FAST engineers teamed up with airflow specialists at RHS to develop polymer intake manifolds
FAST Introduces 102mm Composite Intake Manifolds
Constructed from the same advanced polymer material as the original FAST LSX 92mm Intake Manifold, the LSXR offers a host of benefits over aluminum aftermarket intakes, including lighter weight, increased strength and improved heat dissipating characteristics Company: Fuel Air Spark Technology WWW.FUELAIRSPARK.COM FAST engineers teamed up with airflow specialists at RHS to develop polymer intake manifolds
APRA and ReMaTec Team Up for New Automotive and Heavy Duty Remanufacturing Show
The new show will be positioned as an annual kick off for the automotive aftermarket tradeshows in Las Vegas each Fall. The first edition will be held in Las Vegas NV, November 1-3, 2014 The Automotive Parts Remanufacturers Association (APRA), the global association for remanufacturers all over the world and Amsterdam RAI, owners and organizers of ReMaTec, the world’s
Problems that Plague Chrysler’s 3.5L Engine Creates Rebuild Opportunities
This engine, and its 2.7L, 3.2L and 4.0L cousins, represent a significant service opportunity for engine rebuilders from all the heat damaged inflicted upon them. If ever there was a service opportunity ripe for the taking,Chrysler’s 3.5L SOHC V6 engine (and its 2.7L, 3.2L and 4.0L cousins) is it. This engine was introduced back in
Cautioning on Valve Seat Concentricity
If the valve seats are not concentric to the valve guides, the valves will not seal effectively. When it comes to gas engine re-manufacturing, the subject of valve seat concentricity is a very serious one. Concentricity, as we are discussing here, is the relation between the centers of the valve guides and the centers of the valve
Champion Oil recently released its “Purpose-Built” full synthetic 15W-50 Racing Oil in a new 5-gallon container.
Champion’s 15W-50 Racing Oil seals out rust, neutralizes acids and resists foaming. Company: Chapmion Racing Oil http://www.championsusechampion.com Champion’s 15W-50 Racing Oil utilizes a premium ZDDP anti-wear protection package, which contains a unique balance of chemistry including high levels of zinc and phosphorus. This specialized, full synthetic racing oil also is designed to increase horsepower and torque, resist
Speakers And Sponsors Prepare For 24th Annual AETC
The 2013 edition of AETC moves to Indianapolis, IN, and will be held at the Indiana Convention center on the three days prior to the Performance Racing Industry Trade Show – Monday, December 9th – Wednesday, December 11th. A diverse group of speakers and sponsors will be on hand at the 24th Annual Advanced Engineering Technology
Building on Cummins B-Series
Changes from the 5.9L to the 6.7L Engine When you think about a Dodge truck, what is the first thing that comes to mind? I will give you a hint: Cummins. Dodge introduced the B-series Cummins engine in the Dodge truck in 1989. It’s not like they had to convince consumers that the Cummins engine
MAHLE Offers Original Turbochargers for Aftermarket
MAHLE Original turbochargers are available for high-performance and high fuel-economy diesel and gasoline engines. Company: Mahle Clevite www.mahle-aftermarket.com MAHLE Clevite offers a complete line of MAHLE Original turbochargers specifically for the aftermarket, available in a range of sizes and types. Designed to enhance performance, reduce fuel consumption and lower exhaust emissions, MAHLE Original turbochargers are available for
Using a Camshaft Alignment Kit to Service Ford, Mercury and Mazda Valvetrains
Locking the camshaft and crankshaft down together provides an accurate method to ensure the motor will remain in time during the repair process. The Camshaft Alignment Kit (37410) from Lisle Corporation is perfect for servicing the timing belt, chains, head gaskets or other valve train repairs on Ford, Mercury and Mazda vehicles. The kit comes
Kaase’s P-38 Small-Block Ford Heads Graduate to Shaft-Mounted Rockers
Broad-base rocker management kits provide high-speed stamina and stability.
