Got a Minute? – Educating the customer
Time is an interesting construct. If you look at its history, you begin to realize that there is no real reason for a minute to have 60 seconds, an hour to have 60 minutes or a day to have 24 hours, or for us to divide those 24 hours into 12 hours of daylight and
Is it normal for a customer to lose up to a quart of oil every 2,000 miles?
Q. Is it normal for a customer to lose up to a quart of oil every 2,000 miles? A. Surprisingly, if your customer is driving a 1999-2002 GM truck with the 4.8L V8 (also known as the Vortec 4800), the answer is "yes." General Motors says oil consumption of this magnitude under normal operating conditions
Cost Cutting, But Not At Expense Of Customer Relations
Having spent my teenage years primarily in the late
The Obd Ii Shop: Will Machine Shops Be Able To Pass Added Technology Costs On To Their Customers?
These days, OEMs push the envelope in terms of precision engine building techniques. Will machine shops be able to pass added technology costs on to their customers? After a recent tour of the DaimlerChrysler Kenosha, WI, engine plant, I came away with a lot more questions than answers about the future of engine rebuilding, especially
Performance Marine Engines – Meeting Customer Expectations
Life is a series of compromises. Human relations almost alwaysinvolves compromises of some sort. You want Chinese for dinner,she wants Italian; something has to give. Even if you go yourseparate ways, it’s a compromise and a decision to not dine together. Believe it or not, it’s the same with machinery. Any exercisein design is a
Diesel Transmissions for Performance Applications
Today’s diesel crowd is using their truck like a truck, and like a toy too, which requires a robust transmission.
The Impact of Diesel Fuel Injectors
Diesel fuel injectors are an essential component of any diesel engine and play a crucial role in performance and efficiency.
Diesel Fuel Pump Technology
Companies in the diesel fuel pump space are looking to keep pushing the envelope by focusing on increasing flow and pressure capabilities, durability, and functionality.
Rislone Diesel DEF Treatment
This unique formula protects SCR and DEF systems against harmful deposits that can otherwise build up and reduce engine performance.
Shop Solutions May 2024
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Liqui Moly Sponsors World’s Largest Porsche 356 Gathering
Promoted annually with the seal of Porsche AG and the Official Porsche Club, the International Porsche 356 Meeting takes place on a rotating basis in several countries.
Schaeffler to Support Automotive Transmission Service Group Education
Schaeffler to provide ATSG members with ongoing education and technical resources.
Mazak to Unveil New and Expanded Product at IMTS 2024
Mazak’s booth will feature a wide range of machines from its Ez, SYNCREX, QUICK TURN, NEO and INTEGREX series this year at IMTS.
All-Billet K24 2.2L Honda Engine
We’ve known JBR Engines owner Jose Bello for a few years, and well before that, we knew his shop was one of the premier shops in the Honda and import engine scene. During a recent visit, we got to see an all-billet Honda K24 2.2L engine coming together for a customer looking to improve upon his 5.86-second quarter mile time!
Schaeffler Recognized as General Motors 2023 Top Global Supplier
Schaeffler was presented its Top Supplier Award during the recent General Motors Supplier of the Year Event in Miami.
Dayco Announces New Headquarters and Leadership Hires
Dayco has announced the appointment of five strategic leadership positions, as well as the relocation of Dayco headquarters to Birmingham, MI.
Jasper Announces Record ESOP Value
In just 15 years, Jasper has grown to be the 33rd largest ESOP in America.
Turbocharged 5.9L Cummins Engine
At Back Bay Diesel Performance, repair and performance work are taken very seriously. Those capabilities are often showcased through custom shop builds, like shop owner Adam Nichols’ own turbocharged 5.9L Cummins engine for his personal drag truck. Check it out!
Holley’s Sniper 2 EFI Platform Gains Bluetooth Capability
Tech advancement brings even greater affordability and ease of use to Holley’s popular Sniper 2 EFI ecosystem.
Hot Shot’s Secret Announces a Promotion and New Hire
Lubrication Specialties, manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret, hires new field marketing representative and promotes Kaysie Keen to field marketing manager.