AMSOIL Launches Expanded Antifreeze & Engine Coolant Product Line
AMSOIL has announced new Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze & Engine Coolant, now available in two formulations for passenger car/light truck and heavy-duty applications. They join reformulated AMSOIL Propylene Glycol Antifreeze & Coolant.
Parts Coatings
Whether it’s more horsepower, better throttle response, or better durability, everybody is looking for an edge when it comes to building a performance engine. Any of these can win races. So what kinds of tricks are winning engine builders using to get an edge over their competitors? Many are using highly specialized coatings.
Cleaning Engine Parts
Cleaning is a time consuming, expensive process for most rebuilders. According to Engine Builder’s most recent Machine Shop Market Profile, rebuilders say they spend more than 15 percent of their total production time in cleaning. Safer, less toxic methods continue to gain a foothold in today’s professional shops.
Prolong Extended Life Engine Treatment
To protect gas and diesel engines for up to 12,000 miles, Prolong Super Lubricants offers Extended Life Engine Treatment, created to address the two leading causes of engine wear: damaging friction and heat.
Taking the Mystery Out of Labor Inventory
Many colleagues in the industry seem to be confused about managing labor inventory in their shops. Much of the confusion comes from the terminology thrown around the industry and because the definitions for these terms vary. I would like to clarify, from my perspective, what I believe to be the proper terminology and formulas for managing labor inventory.
What Does Ethanol Mean To Your Shop?
Although ethanol alcohol is mostly made from corn, it seems to be a real hot potato! Almost all pump gasoline today contains 10 percent ethanol (E10) because the Renewable Fuels Standard Act requires it. The reasons why are partially practical, partially political and partially economic.
Forced Induction Facts
Many articles outline the guidelines and basic knowledge to follow when installing some form of a forced induction system. Sometimes you’ll see the “quick and easy way” to upgrade an existing forced induction system, like a turbo, supercharger and/or nitrous oxide system. What if your customer wanted a bigger turbo for a diesel engine or decided to change the pulley size of the supercharger, or maybe use a bigger shot of nitrous on a street car?
Important Facts to Share for Your Customer’s Next Diesel Oil Change
For your diesel power plant customers, there are a few things to consider for their next oil change to know if they’re giving the proper cleansing the engine needs. Negligent oil changes often lead to unwanted engine sludge and possibly engine failure.
Royal Purple Max-Atomizer
As miles build up, today’s direct injected engines are especially susceptible to suffer from clogged and otherwise fouled injectors, robbing engines of power, decreasing fuel economy and negatively affecting emissions and engine responsiveness. To address all of these issues and more, Royal Purple developed Max-Atomizer.
New Engines Force New Pistons
As engines get smaller, motorists expect the same performance as a larger V6 or V8 but with the fuel economy of a four cylinder. Turbocharging makes little engines breathe big, but it also increases the load and temperature the pistons have to endure. This, in turn, requires pistons made of alloys that can withstand higher temperatures and combustion pressures. Yesterday’s castings won’t cut it for these kinds of applications.
Permatex Fast Orange Hand Cleaner
Permatex, a leader in chemical technology for automotive maintenance and repair, has released its performance proven Permatex Fast Orange Hand Cleaner in a new and convenient rocker cap bottle. The new rocker cap allows easy, one hand use and helps keep the bottle free of grease. The innovative rocker cap, the first of its kind for automotive retail, uses a rock-to-open, rock-to-close system for easy, mess free use.
AMSOIL 0W-40 Synthetic Motor Oil
AMSOIL has expanded its premium Signature Series synthetic motor oil line by adding a 0W-40 viscosity that is ideal for high-horsepower Chrysler and Nissan applications. Formulated to withstand the stress and high heat associated with these engines, AMSOIL 0W-40 provides wear protection and promotes engine longevity.
Picking a Racing Oil
How do racing oils differ from everyday motor oils? You might think all racing oils are synthetics, but they are not. Some use conventional mineral base oils, others use PAO and ester synthetics, and some are a blend of conventional and synthetic oils. It doesn’t really matter which way a racing oil is created as long as it meets the criteria for which it was designed.
Earning the Continued Trust of Your Internal Customers
Since it’s becoming increasingly difficult to find and hire the superstars, I would like to use this article to help you continue earning the trust of your employees. From my point of view, this debate is like having two children and being asked which one we love the most, because both your customers and your employees are equally important.
AMSOIL Signature Series 5W-50 Synthetic Motor Oil for Ford Mustangs
AMSOIL has expanded its premium Signature Series line by adding a 5W-50 synthetic motor oil specially formulated for high-horsepower Ford Mustang engines requiring the Ford WSS-M2C931-C performance specification. AMSOIL Signature Series 5W-50 Synthetic Motor Oil provides anti-wear protection.
Lining Up Sleeve and Liner Work
Whether their purpose is going to be repairing an OE application or to go all out in the restructuring of the engine block, liners and sleeves have to be able to perform a number of tasks. Here are some tips to help you with their installation:
Magnificent Millers in Milwaukee Mile
Auto racing enthusiasts Bob Sutherland, David Uihlein and Chuck Davis started the Millers at Milwaukee Vintage Indy Car Event at the Wisconsin State Fair Park in 1995. At that time, the three never dreamed that it would become an annual event drawing cars from across the country and showcasing in retrospect the ideas that sprung from auto racing to advance auto engine technology. But that’s exactly what it is today.
King Engine Bearings to Host PRI Seminar
King Engine Bearings is sponsoring a unique technical seminar at the 2014 PRI Trade Show, featuring expert engine builders Jay Dickens and Magnus Ohlaker. This free event will take place Friday, December 12 from 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm in Rooms 231-232 at the Indiana Convention Center. In addition, any attendees who stop by the King Engine Bearings booth #601 will have the chance to perform the pMax Black overlay scratch test with the opportunity to instantly win a prize, including a Profilometer worth over $2,500.
Deb Group KrestoGT Automotive Hand Cleaner
Developed with the advanced technical expertise from Deb who market the familiar and best-selling products such as Kresto, GrittyFOAM and Travabon; the new KrestoGT line will offer high performance skin care products for the automotive industry at a great value. New products include KrestoGT Orange Boost and KrestoGT Cherry Turbo.
BMW Picks Shell as Global Oil Supplier of Choice
Shell has announced that it has been chosen by BMW AG as the only recommended supplier for aftermarket engine oils for the nearly all of BMW’s brands including MINI and BMW Motorrad. Shell premium engine and motorcycle oils will be supplied for BMW service-fills around the world.
