AMSOIL Leads Others in Industry-Standard Testing
Signature Series 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil was tested against other oils to determine which provides the greatest level of protection against deposit formation in high-heat applications. The TEOST (Thermo-Oxidation Engine Oil Simulation Test) 33C test (ASTM D6335) is an industry-standard bench test that simulates turbocharger operating conditions.
King Bearings 2016-2017 Race Application Guide
King Engine Bearings has announced its new and updated race bearing application guide. It offers expanded coverage for many new vehicles, and explains all of King’s most advanced bearing technologies and designs.
EPWI Names its 2015 Vendor and Representative of the Year
Engine & Performance Warehouse (EPWI) has named its 2015 “Vendor Of The Year” and “Representative Of The Year” at the Awards Dinner during EPWI’s annual summer conference in Vail, Colorado on Thursday, August 4, 2016.
Racing Icon, SEMA Hall of Fame Member Art Chrisman Passed Away
SEMA Hall of Fame drag racer, hot rodder and land-speed racer Art Chrisman passed away July 12 at the age of 86 after a years-long struggle with cancer. Chrisman’s achievements in a race car landed him the 29th spot on the NHRA’s list of Top 50 Drivers of All Time.
Help this Industry – and Help Yourself, Too
As a reader of Engine Builder, you’ve no doubt become aware of the Performance Engine Builder of The Year Contest over the past four years. You’ve read stories of our winners and runners up and perhaps thought, “Heck, I could do that.” Yes. Yes, you can. And you should.
Aftermarket Diesel Innovations
Diesel technology has come a long way, evolving from smelly, dirty, slow, workhorse engines to clean-burning, high-torque, high-horsepower engines that can give many gasoline engines a run for the money on a drag strip or race track.
At the Top of the RPM Range
RPM Engine and Machine is off to a quick start
Building a Ford 460 Stroker
Every enthusiast seems to have a passion for a particular brand of manufacturer.
How Rod Lengths and Ratios Affect Performance
Changing the length of the rods with respect to the stroke of the crankshaft offers some advantages in certain situations.
Numbers Don’t Tell The Whole Story
Thankfully, many of YOU took time to give us an inside look at your businesses.
I Object!
Much can be learned consulting and comparing notes with colleagues and even clients. But carefully consider their comments and perhaps double check with another source to be sure their view is valid.
Reusing, Reclaiming, Remanufacturing
No matter what kind of engine builder or remanufacturer you may be or what applications you build for, at some point in time you’re going to run into a situation where a used engine part or component will come in handy.
Wet & Dry Sump Oiling Systems
Choosing the Right System for the Right Job
PERA to U.S. Conference Attendees: Canada Is A Foreign Country
Anyone planning to attend the Production Engine Remanufacturers Association’s Annual Conference in Toronto this fall is urged to remember one simple fact when making travel plans: Canada is a foreign country and a passport – and perhaps even a travel visa – is required. “We urge all of our members and guests to be certain
From a Dump Truck Dynasty Came a Speedboat King
Garfield Wood never intended to go into the boat building business. His goal in life was to personally set every speed record on water and be recognized as the world’s speedboat king.
SERVICE-EDU to Hold Three Advanced Training Courses in October and November
SERVICE-EDU will hold two-day advanced automotive repair training courses for technicians during October and November 2016 in the metropolitan areas of Chicago, Charlotte, North Carolina and Los Angeles.
Last Qualifying Event for Hot Rodders of Tomorrow This Weekend
The 9th season of the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine Challenge embarks on the last qualifying event for the Dual National Championship this weekend at the 11th Annual NMRA/NMCA Super Bowl at Joliet’s Route 66 Raceway.
RKLAB AG Diesel Fuel Injection System
RKLAB AG is a technology company in the process of commercializing a new diesel fuel injection system, the RK Injector (RKI). The technology is a self-pressurizing fuel injection system that is a direct replacement for the current common rail diesel fuel injection system.
Bertha Benz Inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame
Bertha Benz, first female automotive pioneer, was recently inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame. As the visionary business partner of engineer husband Carl Benz (inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame in 1984), she played a significant role in the filing of the first patent for the automobile in 1886 and demonstrating the roadgoing capability of her husband’s invention.
CRP Automotive Special AJUSA Gaskets for Honda and Acura VTEC
CRP Automotive now offers a special series of AJUSA gaskets for VTEC/Spool Filter and Variable Timing Solenoid applications. These gaskets help solve a chronic problem and improve both the cost and convenience of VTEC engine maintenance.
