Oil Starvation
“The cornerstone of any lubrication system is the engine’s demand for oil,” says Mike Osterhaus, VP Aftermarket Products, Melling Engine Parts. He explains that the engine’s highest specific rate of demand (gallons per engine revolution) is at hot idle.
OTC H-D Engine Service Tools for Detroit Diesel
Designed with the technician in mind, the tools are made to help keep heavy-duty trucks on the road by making preventative maintenance, inspections and service easier and more efficient.
6.7L Cummins-Based Enforcer Engine
Diesel performance is Drew Pumphrey’s drug of choice. He admits he’s hooked, addicted, has needed to win competitions to pay for gas to get home, and missed Thanksgiving dinners to work on diesel engines. That level of dedication shines at his shop, D&J Precision Machine, where he builds fully custom diesel engines like this Enforcer engine, based off a Cummins 6.7L. Find out what makes this one special diesel build!
Fastener Fascination
According to ARP’s Chris Raschke, engine builders need to make sure to have the correct fastener for the application first. “When you get a new fastener, you need to take it out of the package, inspect the fastener, make sure there’s nothing wrong with it.
Coating For Performance
In today’s performance driven, engine building world, everyone wants to squeeze out another few horsepower, deliver more torque, create less friction, wear and heat, and ultimately, make the engine last longer. How do you all of that you ask? Parts coatings.
D-A Lubricant Celebrates 100 Years
D-A Lubricant Company is celebrating 100 years of offering quality lubricants to the market. The company was incorporated in Washington, D.C. on January 7, 1919. Today, D-A offers a full array of greases, oils, hydraulic fluids, gear oils and specialty lubricants.
D-A Lubricants Releases New Look Coolant Portfolio
D-A Lubricant has announced the completion of its updated coolant product portfolio. New products have been added, and there are new gallon package sizes, as well as bold and vibrant D-A Lubricant labels.
D-A Lubricant Announces New Website
D-A Lubricant Company has announced the launch of its new website: www.dalube.com. The new site is loaded with new features such as a new brand/look, streamlined navigation, user-friendly infrastructure, as well as enhanced images and better viewability across different devices.
Building an ASCS Sprint Car Engine
Salina Engine’s primary focus is on racing engines, with its main market being sprint car engines for various sanctioning bodies.
Installing Connecting Rod Fasteners—Tips And Tricks To Get It Right
There is perhaps no more important component contained in the internal combustion engine than the connecting rod fastener. Regardless of whether a particular connecting rod uses a bolt/nut arrangement, or a capscrew configuration, the connecting rod fastener’s performance is critical. Understanding the details for proper installation is important for veteran engine builders and first-timers alike.
Full Throttle Signs Cristy Lee as Brand Ambassador
Automotive maintenance chemicals brand Full Throttle Products has announced it signed MOTOR TREND TV host Cristy Lee as its brand ambassador.
ASCS 360 Sprint Car Engine
Adam Cofer and the folks at Salina Engine focus on race engine builds, specifically engines like this ASCS 360 Sprint Car engine. The intent of this build was to attempt to curb the cost of 360 Sprint Car engines while still delivering a very competitive package. Find out how this engine came together and how it does on the track!
Shop Solutions – March 2019
PARTICLE TRAY Looking for a way to make cleanup easier – or even unnecessary? In my hone, I keep a large cookie tray under the block I am processing. This creates a settling pond for most of the material that is removed during the honing process. Without the cookie tray, most of the heavy material
CRC Industries Partners with UTI to Educate Future Technicians
As part of a partnership with Universal Technical Institute (UTI), CRC Industries will supply all UTI locations with a variety of products from its chemical brands, including CRC, SmartWasher, Sta-Lube, K&W, and Weld-Aid. Additionally, CRC will provide product training materials and workshops to UTI students and instructors.
Engine Oiling
I recently encountered a problem with one of my street rods that forced me to think objectively about engine oils, oil pressure and engine lubrication.
Idemitsu Lubricants America Announces New ATF and CVTF Products
Lubricant manufacturer, Idemitsu Lubricants America, has introduced three innovative OEM formulated Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) and Continuous Variable Transmission Fluids (CVTF), which bring the number of Idemitsu’s full line of vehicle specific ATF and CVTF products to 12, covering virtually every Asian transmission available in the American market.
Engine Pro Shop Solutions – October 2018
PAPER CLAMP PIN CLIP Some piston pin clips can be a bear to install. If not supported right, the first one will push in too far or can be hard to seat. My solution uses office supplies to solve a shop problem. I lube and install the piston pin and then use the arm or
Red Line Synthetic Oil Names JMPR its Agency of Record
JMPR Public Relations has been named agency of record for Red Line Synthetic Oil, a supplier of synthetic lubricants and additives for the automotive, motorcycle, marine and powersports markets with a strong history in the motorsports community.
AMSOIL Unveils New Packaging System
AMSOIL has unveiled a revolutionary new packaging system for hard-to-reach gear lube installations. The new AMSOIL SEVERE GEAR Easy-Pack eliminates the challenges presented when changing gear lube by providing less mess, reduced waste and easier access.
The ‘Original Green Oil’ Gets Rediscovered
A rapidly increasing number of engine builders working on hot-rod, drag, boat, late-model and classic-vintage engines have rediscovered PennGrade 1, “The Original Green Oil,” that is manufactured by D-A Lubricant Company.
