NADM/DIESEL Motorsports 2014 Schedule Set
The National Association of Diesel Motorsports is in its eighth year of providing Sanctioned diesel sled pulling and drag racing events across the United States. Diesel motor sports and NADM has grown quickly with events now all over the country. Many state, regional clubs/associations and diesel promoters are putting diesel events in many different rural
Scratching the Surface: Coatings and Treatments for Engine Components
When it comes to preserving performance parts, it’s the ‘Icing on the Cake’ Various kinds of coatings and surface treatments can be applied to engine parts like icing on the cake to improve durability, enhance scuff resistance and lubrication, control heat, boost thermal efficiency and reduce friction. No single coating or surface treatment can
2012 Engine Builder Tech Solutions Guide
Provides technical tips/solutions broken out by engine family – Ford, GM Chrysler, Import, Performance and Shop Tips. ( Click here for to download PDF)
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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
Engine Builders from Hendrick Motorsports to Assemble/Run a NASCAR R07 Chevrolet Engine at AAPEX
The action-packed engine rebuild demonstrations will be held daily at 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. during AAPEX. Two engine builders from Hendrick Motorsports will assemble and run a NASCAR R07 Chevrolet engine in less than 30 minutes during this year’s Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX). AAPEX is set for Tuesday, Nov. 5 through Thursday, Nov. 7 at the Sands
Melling Names Executive Vice President, Introduces Two New Hires
Melling Engine Parts announces long time Melling employee Thomas Trosin as Executive Vice President, plus the addition of two new key employees. Mark Melling has announced that 25+ year employee Thomas Trosin will be Executive Vice President of Melling. “Tom has been with the company for many years and has worked closely with all departments to grow the
3 Practical Tips for Assembling a Race Engine
Keeping clean, high quality oil in the engine is insurance against lubrication related problems – because what you can’t see, can hurt you. A human hair is about 80 microns wide, and the smallest particle size you can see with a naked eye is about 40 microns. That seems pretty small. Can something so small
Major Engine Parts Companies Sponsor Classic Hot Rod Exhibit
Several major automotive parts manufacturers were on hand for the opening reception of a classic hot rod exhibit recently held at The Gilmore Car Museum in Michigan. One of the vehicles featured in the American Legends: Hot Rods and Customs exhibit is the three-window 1932 Ford that was pictured on the Beach Boys’ 1963 album, Little Deuce Coupe.
Engine Builder Shop Solutions: July 2013
How to See Through Pistons for Clearance With the advent of longer stroke crankshafts, one inch plus lift camshafts, raised camshaft locations, lifter angles, bore spacing, etc., exact camshaft lobe and connecting rod clearance may not be able to be determined from looking up from the crankcase area of the block. To see through the
Dart Offers Hot Summer Cash Rebate Program
Customers who buy a qualifying Dart short block or top-end kit may be eligible to receive a cash rebate of up to $450. Dart Machinery recently launched its Summer Savings Cash Rebate campaign that will run until September 30. Offer valid for the following products: • $250 Cash Rebate on Dart Short blocks: p/n 0311xxxx
Built for Auction
The criteria for selecting Engine Builder magazine’s inaugural “Performance Engine Builder of the Year” included much more than the ability to put together race-winning engines. Things like community involvement and the support of training and education were part of the mix. To be sure, our 2012 award winner, Ed Pink Racing Engines of Van Nuys,
Knowing You, Knowing Me
For almost 30 years now, Engine Builder has been asking the professionals in this industry about business. We ask you for detailed information on how much you charge, how much you make, how much you spend and how much you have left over. We compile all of this information into several different reports each
New AETC Website Debuts
Each year AETCbrings together engine builders, racers, engineers and media members from around the world to exchange information on the day’s most popular engine-building topics. In an effort to make information about the conference even more accessible, AETChas recently launched an updated, easy-to-navigate website. The redesigned site features an overview of the conference and a
Ready for a Diesel Resurgence?
Diesel engine building will soon see an increase in numbers – very soon! Why do I say that? In an effort to eliminate smoking engines and reduce emissions, the EPA came down hard on tuner manufacturers just a few months ago, issuing warning/cease notices on diesel particulate filters (DPF) and EGR delete tunes/kits.
Liberty Engine Parts to Host AERA Tech Seminar in June at Pittsburgh Warehouse
Liberty Engine Parts has announced that it will host an AERA Tech & Skills Regional Conference at its Pittsburgh warehouse on Saturday, June 8, 2013. Liberty’s Tim Fisher says they encourage all vendors to purchase a 6-ft. table to “display your wares” during the conference. “At last year’s show in our Worcester (PA) warehouse, we
Steel Compression Rings with Reduced Radial Wall Thickness
MAHLE Clevite Inc. is in the process of transitioning its ring sets from a grey cast iron top rings to a carbon steel top rings. They say the advantages include 35% more strength, 30% less weight and double the resistance to side wear which is a common problem on late-model engines. The net result is
Technical Information on Rebuilding GM LS Engines
The Issue: When the OE composite designed cylinder head gasket changed to an improved Multi-Layered Steel (MLS) design for the 4.8L & 5.3L in 2001 and 6.0L in 2002, the cylinder head gaskets were no longer interchangeable. This prevents engine builders and technicians from installing the best MLS designs in older engines of the GM
49cc Cylinder Heads
The small chambers produce high compression ratios, butthey require a different piston than conventional 64cc or 72cc chamberheads as a result of a combination of machining changes that reduce thechamber volume. The valves are closer to the deck in 49cc IronEagle heads and their location relative to the cylinder bore centerlineis different than 64cc/72cc heads.
SEMA Scholarship Fund Charity To Auction Engine
The program has been significantly enhanced for 2012, as the winning bidder will have the engine custom built to his or her requirements from a variety of options. Long-time Scholarship Committee member Bill Holland of Holland Communications will again spearhead the program. “We’ll be opening the bidding for the engine during the SEMA Show and