Engine Builder’s Chrysler 392 Magnum V8 Engine on ebay
Engine Builder magazine’s Chrysler 392 Magnum V8 engine will be back up for auction on eBay Motors in 2015. This Chrysler 318 turned 392 Magnum produces 477 HP at 5800 RPM and 481 lb. feet of torque. The auction is running right now and will be open to anyone in the U.S. Proceeds will benefit the Independence Fund.
TI Automotive High-Performance Fuel Systems Catalog
TI Automotive, a global supplier of fluid storage, carrying and delivery technology, has announced the availability of its new 68-page high-performance fuel systems catalog. The new catalog can be accessed at the TI Automotive aftermarket website at www.tiautomotive.com/aftermarket, using the download tab.
WardsAuto Announces Its 10 Best Engines List
It’s that time again. WardsAuto’s annual 10 Best Engines List has been announced, and this year the list is more diverse than ever. We highlighted four engines on the list to talk about at more detail. WardsAuto editors evaluate engines over a two-month testing period. Engines are selected according to a number of objective and subjective criteria in everyday driving situations.
The Unique Engines of ARCA
ARCA uses older style NASCAR Cup cars. Specifically, they are the ones used just before the advent of NASCAR’s Car Of Tomorrow (COT) in 2007. This means teams running ARCA can do so with a safe, well-built race car without paying top dollar.
TI Automotive Adopts TI Automotive as Brand Name for Products
TI Automotive announced at the 2014 SEMA Show that it has adopted TI Automotive as the brand name for all of its high-performance aftermarket products. Previously, the company had manufactured fuel pumps under the Walbro brand name.
Industry Changes
It’s obvious that today’s engines are made up of a lot of moving parts, and those parts have changed along with the numerous changes in the industry over the years. What our advertisers have seen change the most over the years has been related to engine size, increased foreign competition, issues with getting younger people
The Future of Engine Rebuilding
Changing topics from obsolete engines and parts to how these companies see the future of the industry, the conversation surrounded technology, sustainability, the environment and specialization. “Sustainability is the critical driver behind current trends in the passenger car industry,” Newman says. “Environmental concerns are thus the primary impetus behind the study of sustainable development and
Company Innovations
While technology in general was the primary answer to what innovations helped grow the industry over the past 50 years, when asked about innovations within their own companies that have helped the industry, the answers were more specific to certain engine parts. “Over the years a number of Sunnen innovations have been standards of the
Engine Builder 50th Anniversary
The next time you’re on a TV game show or playing trivia with friends, and the question is, “What is the most significant month in the history of the transportation industry?” let me suggest that you answer, “October 1964.” May I present the evidence for my argument? October 1, 1964: The world’s first high-speed rail
Three Hot Cars Carved Onto Three Pumpkins, All Being Given Away
Usually, the pumpkin-carving world and automotive world don’t intermix, but We R Mopar, VW Parts Vortex, and Olathe Toyota Parts Center have collaborated to make it a little easier for auto enthusiasts to celebrate Halloween. They’ve released free pumpkin carving patterns featuring the hottest vehicles from Dodge, VW, and Toyota.
Ford’s Power Stroke Powerplants
The biggest question heard from customers is, “Why did Ford replace the 7.3L with the 6.0L?” There are good reasons as to why the 7.3L Power Stroke had to be removed from service and these reasons brought about many changes in the Power Stroke platform.
2015 Mustang Ecoboost Four Pulls Strong But is No V8
Babcox tech editor Larry Carley had the opportunity to test drive the 2015 Mustang GT as well as the new Ecoboost 2.3L four-cylinder Mustang at the Autobahn race track in Joliet, Illinois recently. Ford provided the pair of Mustangs as part of the Midwest Automotive Media Assn. fall rally.
Racing with the Ramchargers
Before Neil Newman’s tenure with Chrysler Marine Division, he had gone to school at the Chrysler Engineering Institute (CEI) with many members of the original, legendary “Ramchargers” drag racing team.
Wiseco Diesel Pistons
Wiseco, a high-performance piston maker established in 1941, is launching a new range of diesel pistons for Dodge Cummins, GM Duramax and Ford Power Stroke engines.
Spectra Premium Introduces 69 New SKUs and 31 Exclusive Models
Spectra Premium’s latest product release includes 69 new SKUs, of which 31 are first-to-market parts and aftermarket exclusive to Spectra Premium. These new parts cover over 18 million vehicles on the road today.
Chevrolet Camaro Wins Champion Spark Plug Daily Driver Contest
A gleaming, custom-green 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is the grand-prize winner of the Champion Spark Plug brand’s “King of the Road” contest and $5,000.
The Demands on Diesel Pistons and Sleeves
The pistons are some of the hardest working components inside a diesel engine. Diesel engines are high compression, high heat engines that demand a lot from their pistons. Compression ratios are typically in the 16:1 to 20:1 range, which improves thermal efficiency and fuel economy, but also creates more pressure. Cylinder pressures in many production
Corsa Performance Air Intakes
CORSA Performance has extended its line of air intakes to include Chrysler 300 and Dodge Challenger, Charger and Magnum vehicles. The air intake increases engine function and performance for a boost in horsepower. New applications include: * 300 models – 2012-2013 6.4L, 2011-2014 5.7L and 2004-2010 6.1L SRT8 (part numbers 468646, 463576 and 46861) *
Tech Spotlight: Variable Geometry Turbochargers
With the Green Revolution upon us, the turbocharger is making big waves. Whether it serves the purpose of making performance vehicles even more high performing, or just making our daily drivers more efficient. Turbocharged cars often experience ‘lag’ at lower speeds, due the time required for sufficient exhaust pressure to build up and spool the
Spectra Premium Introduces 93 New SKUs
Spectra Premium’s has announced 93 new SKUs, of which 38 are first-to-market parts and aftermarket exclusive from Spectra Premium. These new parts cover a total of over 54 million vehicles on the road today. Its first‑to‑market offering includes radiators, filler necks, oil pans, fuel tank straps, and fuel pump assemblies for popular late-model domestic and import
