August 2022 Shop Solutions
August tips and tricks for the shop!
High Horsepower Engine Sealing
In the context of high-horsepower engine building, the pressure on a cylinder head can be so great that it can, in effect, marginally push it away from the engine block. This makes engine sealing one of the more prevalent challenges, and it gives whole new meaning to the phrase “keep your head down.”
VP Racing Announces a New Entitlement ForThe Inaugural IMSA VP Racing Sportscar Challenge
VP Racing Fuels announced today a new entitlement sponsorship with IMSA, the International Motor Sports Association. A new, multiple-class, sprint-race series will make its debut in 2023 as the IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge. The series will feature currently homologated Le Mans Prototype (LMP3) and Grand Touring 4 (GT4) race cars in 45-minute sprint races
Gold Eagle Co. & Lubrication Specialties Inc. to Merge
Two privately held manufacturers will operate as one now that Gold Eagle Co. has acquired
LSI, makers of the popular ‘Hot Shot’s Secret’ brand.
Zengine Breaks Gender Barriers to Help Vehicle Owners
Fran Christopher has been instrumental in developing a new diagnostic tool that helps consumers save money on engine repairs. She says with inflation hitting people in the pocketbook right now, Zengine is an important new product for everybody. As the trend of older cars continues, understanding the overall health of the car’s engine with a
VP Racing Returns as the Official Fuel Supplier of SRX for 2022 Season
VP Racing Fuels and SRX Racing announced today the return of VP as the Official Fuel Supplier of SRX for the 2022 season. A global leader in performance fuels, lubricants, and additives, VP Racing is synonymous with racing. “The 2021 SRX inaugural year was an outstanding experience,” said Bruce Hendel, Senior Vice President, Global Sales
VP Racing Fuels and the NASCAR Whelen Euro Series Partner on Sustainable Fuel Development
VP Racing Fuels, Inc. today announced that it has entered into an agreement to be a Technical Partner of the NASCAR Whelen Euro Series, as an exclusive supplier of racing fuel and partner in sustainable fuel development. “VP Racing Fuels is excited to join the NASCAR Whelen Euro Series as Technical Partner and exclusive supplier
Howell EFI Introduces TBI Conversion Kits for Classic International Harvester Scout Trucks
The Scout is going through a renaissance of popularity, especially at auctions nationwide. Howell EFI offers eight different Throttle Body Injection (TBI) kits that can be used to convert classic International Harvester Scout trucks to TBI. Whether driven off-road, used for show or a daily driver, Howell’s TBI conversion kits are designed to convert classic
Howell EFI I-6 and V8 Ford TBI Conversion Kits
Howell EFI is known widely in the industry for their easy to install GM-based EFI and TBI kits for Jeep CJs, most of which are 50 state emissions legal. Now available are Howell’s Ford Inline 6 and V8 TBI Kits ideal for converting carbureted first generation classic (1966 to ’77) Ford Broncos to TBI. Whether
Copper vs. MLS Gaskets for 1,500 HP
For a 1,500-hp capable engine, should it be sealed with copper or MLS gaskets?
Chain Smoker – a 1947 Fargo with a Compound Turbo 12V 6BT Cummins Engine
Just one glimpse at Warwick Andrews’ art rod named Chain Smoker simply isn’t enough. You could stare at this 1947 Fargo FL1 pickup with a compound turbo 12-valve 6BT Cummins engine for hours. See the intricate details for yourself!
Farmaldehyde – A Compound Turbo 6.6L Duramax Engine in a Hearse
Street Outlaws Farmtruck and AZN have a knack for turning mundane cars into performance beasts. Helping them do it this time around is Jeremy Wagler and Wagler Competition Products, which built this 6.6L Duramax for a 1958 Cadillac Hearse being dubbed Farmaldehyde.
PRI Honors Top Products at 2021 Trade Show
The motorsports industry’s best and brightest products were honored at the 33rd annual Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show in Indianapolis earlier this month. In all, nearly 30 exceptional parts and accessories were recognized by a panel of 12 judges representing traditional and new media, as well as sanctioning bodies and race tracks, from more
428 Ford FE Stroker
After finding suspicious workmanship on this Ford FE Stroker done at a shop in America, Chris Morus of Elite Engine Building in Victoria, Australia was given the engine to do the job right. See what went into this FE Stroker build!
Turbocharged VP44 5.9L Cummins Engine
Jared Rectenbaugh caught our attention when he messaged us that he was rebuilding this VP44 5.9L Cummins engine for more horsepower. Looking to build a daily driver/street sleeper, he got machine work from KDD as well as a laundry list of quality components. Find out what went into the new build!
Turbocharged & Nitrous-Boosted 6.7L Cummins Engine
Looking for a badass street/strip truck, a customer recently chose LinCo Diesel Performance to do the engine, transmission and truck work. The result was this 6.7L Cummins build that goes a few steps beyond what LDP regularly churns out. Find out what went into the build.
Off-Road Race Engines
As the off-road racing community and technology grew, so did the vehicle speeds and related suspension components. Today, these are without a doubt one of the most highly strained engines in motorsports – bar none.
America Recycles Day: How to Properly Dispose of Motor Oil
One of the items you should recycle is used motor oil, especially given the harmful effects it can have if spilled or allowed to seep into the ground. Did you know that one gallon of motor oil can contaminate a million gallons of water if poured into a storm drain? Luckily, used motor oil is one
2,000+ HP Capable GT500 Short Block
Starting out building custom drag race engines, Fast Forward Race Engines has transitioned into doing batch engine work for other shops the last decade. One of it’s best-selling short blocks is this 2,000-HP capable GT500 and we’ve got all the details.
VP Racing Fuels Introduces Premium Performance Oil Filters
VP Racing Fuels, Inc., a world leader in performance fuels, lubricants, additives, and retail, has signed a licensing agreement with Champion Laboratories, Inc. to offer a line of premium racing oil filters designed for racing and high-performance passenger cars. “At VP Racing Fuels, we pride ourselves in partnering with best-in-class manufacturers like Champion Laboratories for our