Hot Shot’s Secret Announces 2018 NHRDA World Finals VIP Trip Giveaway Winner
As title sponsor of the National Hot Rod Diesel Association (NHRDA), Hot Shot’s Secret has announced the winner of the 2018 co-sponsored NHRDA World Finals VIP Trip Giveaway. Steve and Faye Schwanger were recently the proud recipients of two VIP tickets to the NHRDA World Finals held on October 12 and 13 in Ennis, TX.
NGK Spark Plugs Introduces Spark Plug Service Interval Information
NGK Spark Plugs U.S.A., Inc. has announced the industry’s first spark plug service interval resource by including OEM suggested spark plug replacement recommendations in its website parts finder and company provided ACES data set.
NHRA Breakfast to Feature Four Legends Sharing Their Stories
The 2018 NHRA Breakfast, held Wednesday, October 31, from 7:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m., at the Westgate Paradise Events Center, will showcase celebrity drivers who have been on the road to “Fifty Years of the NHRA Gatornationals.” The breakfast will feature drag-racing legends Kenny Bernstein, Joe Amato, Don “The Snake” Prudhomme and current NHRA driver John Force.
IPA Flow-Thru System with Brush and Venturi
Innovative Products of America (IPA) has introduced the Flow-Thru System with Brush and Venturi (#8091), a versatile, first-time tool. It features stainless steel and abrasive nylon brush heads as well as a venturi.
Dura-Bond Announces New Website
Dura-Bond has redesigned its website with the customer in mind, streamlining menus, simplifying navigation, building a responsive layout for all platforms, viewed in any language and providing more resources and information on products and services.
Smooth and Straight
Cylinder honing is easier than ever – if you have the stones to do it right Proper cylinder wall finish is critical for true piston ring sealing and lubrication. Bore geometry is important as well – round, cylindrical and straight are the buzzwords for optimal sealing and minimal blowby. Thanks to better machines designed to
Analyzing Fatigue and Distress
Engine bearing inspection is a great way to get a visual indication of what is going on inside the engine under operating conditions. Upon teardown, the bearings will often have “tell-tale” signs of problems that have occurred and need to be addressed. However, the distress noticed in the bearing is often misunderstood and referred to
Can Used Race Parts See New Life?
Eatmon Racing Engines Finds Veterans to be Valuable In 1950, the Mexican government sponsored a race to inform the world that Mexico had a new system of roads known as the Pan-American Highway, which stretched across the country from north to south for commerce and tourism. That race was the original Pan-Am. Today, known as
WD-40 Carb and Throttle Body Parts Cleaner
To further meet the needs of automotive professionals, WD-40 Company is expanding its WD-40 Specialist line of products and will debut Carb/Throttle Body & Parts Cleaner at the SEMA Show October 30 – November 2.
Lubrication Specialties Inc. Announces Eric Trimble as Marketing Coordinator
Lubrication Specialties Inc. (LSI), manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret high performance fuel and oil additives, has announced a new addition to the company’s marketing team. Eric Trimble has been hired as the company’s marketing coordinator and will report to Lubrication Specialties Director of Marketing, Kyle Fischer.
JE Pistons Unveils Masters of Motors Competition
Beginning at the 2018 SEMA and PRI shows, JE Pistons will be recognizing engine builders’ hard work, creativity and commitment to combustion with a new competition dubbed Masters of Motors.
PERA Members Elect New Leaders for 2018-2020
Members of the Production Engine Remanufacturer’s Association (PERA) were asked to vote on a slate of candidates for the association’s Board of Directors and Officers during the 73rd Annual Conference held recently in Reno, NV. Harry “Skip” Hartley, II, president of Impaco, Inc.,Houston, TX was elected to serve as treasurer for a two-year term. In
We’re Gonna Party Like It’s 1918
No disrespect to Prince, but 1999 was really nothing to party about. At least not when you consider the possibility of celebrating 100 years with no end in sight. But before we get too deep in the past, let’s return to the present … and the future. As of May 1, 2018, engine builders,
PurePower Technologies to Showcase Remanufactured GM 6.6L Diesel Turbo at AAPEX 2018
PurePower Technologies, a leader in engineering and remanufacturing of diesel fuel injectors and turbos for the aftermarket, will showcase its reman GM 6.6L diesel turbo and HEUI 7.3L and I308 reman diesel fuel injectors at AAPEX 2018 in Las Vegas on Oct. 30 – Nov. 1.
What Is A Spintron and How Does it Work?
The Spintron was developed by Bob Fox at Trend Performance in the ‘90s to improve pushrods for race teams. Engine speeds were increasing dramatically in those days, especially in NASCAR and Pro Stock, and Fox needed a deeper insight into the how, why, and when of pushrod failure. Working with Randy Dorton of Hendrick Motorsports,
Unsers to Headline Grand Opening Breakfast at 2018 PRI Show
Motorsports legends Al Unser Sr. and Al Unser Jr. will help kick off the Grand Opening Breakfast presented by MAVTV at the 2018 PRI Show on Thursday, December 6, 2018, in Indianapolis, IN.
New Rules Package for 2019 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Season
The 2019 rules package will be implemented for the Coke Zero Sugar 400 on July 6 where cars will utilize only a smaller tapered spacer to restrict air flow into the engine, negating the need for a restrictor plate, which was first introduced in 1987.
Dayco Announces John Kinnick as Executive VP of US Aftermarket
Dayco Products, LLC has announced the appointment of John Kinnick as executive vice president of U.S. aftermarket. In his new role, Kinnick will be accountable for U.S. aftermarket strategy for all functions including sales, marketing, and operations within the United States.
Holley Single Plane Split-Design Race Intake Manifolds
Holley/MSD has announced the release of Single Plane Split-Design Race Intake Manifolds, which have been developed specifically for high-performance and race Gen III LS engines with cathedral port heads and 4150-style square-bore flanged carburetors or throttle bodies.
WD-40 Company Celebrates 65th Anniversary
It can be found in four out of five American households, yet the ingredients in the household staple are known only to a handful of people across the globe – that’s why WD-40 Company pulled out all the stops recently enlisting the help of an armored vehicle and top-notch security to move its secret formula to a secure bank vault in celebration of the company’s 65th anniversary.
