Billet Blocks and Heads vs. Cast Iron
Billet aluminum has a lower yield strength or higher modulus of elasticity, meaning it will flex, or absorb energy easier under tension or stress than cast aluminum, without incurring permanent damage.
Shop Solutions November 2023
Many times, the flange diameter of the rod nuts will contact the radius around the nut seat on some rods. Some jobs may not warrant the expense of spot facing the nut seat on the connecting rods. In that case, it can be quicker and more effective to just machine a chamfer on the ARP rod nuts.
The CNC Landscape Continues to Grow Inside Engine Shops
Several manufacturers named automation as one of the biggest continuing trends surrounding CNC equipment these days, and it’s clearly a key contributor to a CNC machine’s ability to do more without human interference.
500 cid Top Fuel Hemi Engine
Boasting 10,000-12,000 horsepower, Top Fuel dragsters run a supercharged, nitro-breathing, billet Hemi engine. To keep these engines living throughout the season, shops like Pro Motor Engines are part of the engine program. Shop owner Dennis Borem walks us through how he helps Rick Ware Racing and Clay Millican’s Top Fuel Hemi engines.
Turbocharged 6.7L Cummins Engine
Jonathan Montesino has been building and campaigning his Ford Ranger for years, and with a turbocharged 6.7L Cummins under the hood, it now boasts a 4.23-second ET at 175 mph.
Graymills’ SuperSonic Liftkleen Parts Washer
Unlike standard spray cabinet washers, immersion cleaning exposes all surfaces of the part, including blind holes and small crevices, to the cleaning solution.
Preparing for Off Season: Tips and Tricks for Fluids in Your Motorcycles, Classics, Hot Rods, Muscle and Race Cars
Join this free upcoming webinar where we will delve into essential maintenance practices to ensure your prized machines remain in top condition during the cold months.
Shop Solutions – October 2023
A written warranty provides benefits for you and your customer. It sets expectations, protects both parties and is a great marketing tool that encourages repeat business.
Naturally Aspirated LS3-Based TA2 Engine
With a 40-year history in all sorts of racing, machining and engine building, Pro Motor Engines in Mooresville, NC can do just about anything in-house from NASCAR to drag racing and everything in between. Just check out this LS3-based TA2 spec engine!
Lubrication Specialities Inc. CEO Chris Gabrelcik to Retire
Lubrication Specialties (LSI), manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret® high performance lubricants and additives, announces the retirement of company founder and CEO Chris Gabrelcik. Effective at the end of June, Gabrelcik will continue to own and oversee the management of Microwave Renewable Technologies (MRT) in Mount Gilead. Gabrelcik began Lubrication Specialties in 1997 with a focus on providing lubrication
Sunnen SV-2400 Series Precision Vertical Honing System
The machine’s rotary feed system and superior tooling delivers extremely precise bores.
Rottler Report with Jessie Berwick of R&L Engines
Jessie Berwick is the Head Machinist at R&L Engines, a 6,000 sq. ft. state of the art engine rebuilding and machining facility that handles performance vintage, race and marine engines. They own three different Rottler Manufacturing machines, including this F69A. “One thing I like about Rottler machines it that they require minimal maintenance and have
Naturally Aspirated 632 cid Big Block Chevy Engine
Jerry Sweet’s 1976 Nova has been owned by his family for a long time. Despite it changing hands briefly, it it is once again Jerry’s, and he’s using it to its full potential with plenty of miles on the street and countless hours at the track, all thanks to a badass, naturally aspirated 632 cid big block Chevy engine built by Robbins Racecraft Inc.
Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines, Equipment and Replacement Parts
Relying on OE manufacturers like Caterpillar, Cummins, Detroit Diesel and Waukesha has always been an option, but diesel equipment owners are now more than ever seeking the aftermarket as a more viable solution for replacement parts.
The Evolution of Pro Mod Diesels
The advancements within the performance diesel world over the past 20 years have been nothing short of phenomenal. In fact, within just the last five to 10 years, that progress has been even more rapid and impressive, but few progressions have been more astonishing than those within the Pro Mod Diesel realm.
PurePower and S&S Diesel DCR Replacement Fuel Pump for 6.7L Powerstroke
The DCR fuel pump was made to solve the high-pressure fuel pump problem associated with Ford Super-Duty trucks using the 6.7L Powerstroke.
A Look at Lead Times
Lead times are no longer months upon months as they were in the middle of 2020 and throughout 2021, but the situation is still of some concern, and it’s forced engine builders to get creative at times.
CNC Update: Features and Automation
Precision is key when it comes to automotive parts; the complex designs of connecting rods, pistons and rings, blocks, cylinder heads, and other parts require super tight tolerances that are getting more and more difficult to be met by hand or with other machining processes outside of CNC.
Elgin Industries Partners with Main Street Capital Corp. to Fund Long-Term Growth Strategy
Elgin Industries, a leading U.S.-based manufacturer of engine and chassis components, today announced that it has partnered with Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) to help fund the Company’s long-term growth strategy. Main Street, which has acquired an equity position in Elgin, is a leading principal investment firm that partners with entrepreneurs, business owners and
2,000 Horsepower Single-Turbo 6.7L Cummins Engine
Finding a solid middle ground between extreme power and streetability is often a difficult task for engine builders and customers to agree on. However, this 6.7L Cummins proves it’s never impossible. This particular engine was built by LinCo Diesel Performance for owner Daniel Hargrove. Check it out!
