LKQ
Peter Butterfield, regional vice president of LKQ Remanufacturing, says the purchase of ATK North America (Dallas,TX), PROFormance Powertrain Products (Springfield, MO) and Yamato Engine Specialists (Bellingham, WA) are a sign of continued industry consolidation but one that should, in the long run, benefit the entire industry. “It’s no secret that this industry has contracted dramatically
2011 Stroker Engine Guide: Unlocking LS Stroker Engine Potential
Modifying the LS for more power is as easy as falling off a log, to apoint, then some tough issues arise, especially if you are building ahigh-rpm race engine. But until you reach that point, the LS respondsnicely to boring and stroking, improved cylinder head flow and theyrespond especially well to power adders. The only
Build With Bolt-On Horsepower, But Proceed With Caution
Whether the speed equipment is old school hardware or electronic in nature, you can be sure it is designed to turn automobile engines into more efficient air pumps. “Because the engine really is an air pump, I tell my customers one of the biggest things they can do is bolt on a different exhaust system,”
Compensating for a Cold Engine When Adjusting Mechanical Lifter Valve Lash
Engine respond to the actual movement of the valves. Since the valve cannot move until all the running clearance (valve lash) has been taken up, the amount of valve lash you use affects the engine’s performance. The alloys of certain engine parts can be affected by thermal expansion in different ways, therefore the amount of
How to Check Piston Ring Groove Back Clearance
The piston ring set and the piston must be engineered to complement each other from a standpoint of clearance between the back of the piston ring and the bottom of the piston groove. This clearance is referred to as back clearance. If the clearance is not sufficient, severe engine damage can result when the piston
Tips for Hotter Street & Strip Performance
Long’s HO Enterprises Performance Auto (www.hoenterprisesclassics.com) in Birnamwood, WI, sells hot rod parts, but his once traditional view on performance is changing as he sees his sons working on late-model imported cars with port fuel injection and “coffee can” exhausts. “Yeah, I think it’s all electronics now, but at least they’re car guys” Long points
Engine Builder Shop Solutions: May 2011
Editor’s Note: In March we printed a Shop Solution titled, “Oil Pump and Engine Priming” supplied by Melling. Here is another opinion suggesting an alternative method of pre-oiling a newly rebuilt engine. Alternative Method to Pre-Oiling Tip I respectfully disagree with the published tip on how to properly prime a new engine’s oiling
King Engine Bearings Introduces New Website
King Engine Bearings has introduced its newly redesigned website at www.kingbearings.com. King Engine Bearings produces high-performance engine bearings forcircle track, drag racing, monster trucks, tractor pulls, off-road andoff-shore racing applications, along with standard OE replacementbearings and bearings for the aviation market. The e-catalog allows users to search by model data, engine data or partnumber. The
LKQ Corp. Launches Government Sales Department
In creating the new department, LKQ Corp. met with various government entities including city and county garages, state representatives, members of congress and governmental procurement decision makers, most of whom were unaware of LKQ’s competitive parts offerings, the company said. LKQ added that discussions with government officials have given the company a deep understanding of
APRA Partners with BizUnite to Launch Reman Toolbox
The Reman Toolbox is full of discounted business service programs for members free of charge as an added benefit for being a part of APRA. Through the Reman Toolbox, members can save on business services from payroll processing, credit card processing, and industrial supplies to office supplies, wireless services, uniforms, and more through a national
Unlocking LS Stroker Engine Potential
Editor’s Note: Our March 2013 Issue will feature the 6th Annual Engine Builder Stroker Guide with a detailed listing, broken down by engine, of the components and part numbers currently available. Be sure to stay tuned! Modifying the LS for more power is as easy as falling off a log, to a point, then some
How Piston Rings Affect Horsepower
The rings seal the pistons to prevent air and oil from being drawn past the rings into the combustion chamber during the intake stroke. During the compression stroke, the rings make sure the air/fuel stays in the combustion chamber and is fully compressed before it is ignited. During the power stroke, the rings prevent pressure
Federal-Mogul Expands Sealed Power Head Bolt Line
Engine builders and other repair professionals can rely on the Sealed Power brand for virtually any internal engine component or related product, ensuring fast, convenient and high-quality repairs regardless of vehicle nameplate. The 24 new Sealed Power head bolt sets cover the latest popular four-, six- and eight-cylinder engines from Chrysler, Ford, GM, Hyundai, Jeep,
APRA Issues Second Edition of ‘BuyReman: Remanufacturing Marketplace’ Online Buyer’s Guide
According to APRA, the 2011 edition of the Marketplace has been given a facelift to improve appearance and usability, and also includes new features. Enhanced listings now come complete with a company description, direct email and website links, including social networking sites, white papers, product catalogs and the ability to add specific products and brands.
Parts Sales and Profits: First Admit There
Yes, believe it or not, I am attempting to show a parallel between the famous Twelve-Step programs – plans designed to help one admit the size and scope of addictive or dysfunctional problems and reinforce the need to ask for help for success – and a plan we can create to resurrect parts sales and
Parts Sales and Profits: First Admit There
Yes, believe it or not, I am attempting to show a parallel between the famous Twelve-Step programs – plans designed to help one admit the size and scope of addictive or dysfunctional problems and reinforce the need to ask for help for success – and a plan we can create to resurrect parts sales and
MAHLE Clevite Revamps MAHLECleviteOrder.com
MAHLE Clevite Inc. has announced the launch of a brand new version of MAHLECleviteOrder.com– the website designed to provide direct MAHLE Clevite customers with24/7 ordering and access to the full MAHLE Clevite product offering. The revamped website features a new layout, including improved shoppingcart functionality for a streamlined order experience. When ordering aproduct, the product
Timing Chains, Sprockets and Gears
Look back at the events in your life an examine how timing has played a part in the outcome. When you showed up at party and met the girl who would eventually become your wife? When you stayed late at work and missed the 18-car pile up on the interstate? Even without realizing it, your
GM 2.2L Ecotec Timing Chain Service
Prior edition service manuals refer to the timing chain index links being colored “silver” and “copper.” With the implementation of the newer chain and oiler assembly, the index link colors have changed. In order to avoid confusion, the service procedure has been modified to refer to the index links as two common colored and one
Procedures for Checking Straightness on 1992-2003 Ford Aluminum Cylinder Heads
The surface quality (finish) of the cylinder head gasket surface ismachined to close tolerances that enable an effective sealing joint forthe MLS (multi-layered steel) gasket. To ensure all head gaskets sealproperly, be sure surfaces are clear of any gasket debris, RTV, oil,and coolant using Motorcraft Silicone Gasket Remover (ZC-30) andMotorcraft Metal Surface Prep (ZC-31). Use