Executive Interview: WIX Filters’ Edward Covington and Mike Harvey
WIX Filters’ Edward Covington, vice president of quality assurance, and Mike Harvey, brand manager, discuss what constitutes “normal” driving, seasonal car care tips and how the iconic WIX brand will mark 75 years in 2014. Edward, how can shop owners and technicians properly match oil filters to driving conditions? There are more than four million
Edelbrock Pro-Flo 14″ Round Air Cleaners and Filters
Edelbrock has introduced its new line of Pro-Flo 14″ Round high-flow air cleaners and filter elements. Edelbrock Pro-Flo air cleaners and filter elements are an economical way to ensure your engine is getting clean air, without the expense of buying a new filter every few thousand miles. They are constructed for superior filtration and air
CP-Carrillo Bullet Rods
As the global economic climate continues to change, CP-Carrillo has announced a new product division to stay current as the industry shifts to new directions. The Bullet series of pistons and rods will be the flagship for this new venture. Now in stock are CP-Carrillo Bullet Rods for Small Block Chevy and LS series engines.
Jasper Supplier Award presented to King Bearings for Overall Quality
King Engine Bearings has received its second consecutive award from Jasper Engines and Transmissions, North America’s largest remanufacturer of gasoline and diesel powertrain and drivetrain components. King was awarded the 2012 Jasper Outstanding Service Award, as well as the Key Supplier and Partner award, now followed by the 2013 Jasper Overall Quality Award. Only
Proform Digital Mini Shift Light and Diagnostic Tachometer
Proform’s new Mini Digital Shift Light and Diagnostic Tachometer can be easily installed in vehicles with 1-12 cylinders. Measuring at only 4 ¼” long, this 3 LED light will give you the signal when it’s time to shift. All settings are easily controlled with two buttons.
Rottler Manufacturing F79A
See the capabilities of this quality machine from Rottler Manufacturing. For more information visit www.rottlermfg.com.
Reinvention Project Revealed: Valvoline unveils Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s and Jimmie Johnson’s Classic Truck Creations
Valvoline and Hendrick Motorsports today unveiled two completely reinvented, redesigned classic Chevrolet trucks, the culmination of the brand’s first-of-its kind Reinvention Project campaign. After several weeks collaborating with the expert mechanics at Hendrick Performance, Sprint Cup Series drivers Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Jimmie Johnson inspected their finished trucks. The two then went head-to-head in a
6.7L Powerstroke Ford Breakdown and Inspection
We take a apart a 6.7L PowerStroke Ford Diesel engine that was removed from a running truck with a skip in it.
Tri-Lakes Becomes VP Racing Fuels Latest Retail Partner
VP Racing Fuels, Inc. has announced that Tri-Lakes Petroleum Company, LLC, has signed on with VP’s national retail branding program. A wholesale fuel distributor based in Branson, Missouri, Tri-Lakes services 75 retail and wholesale sites across Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Kansas. “Because we’ve distributed racing fuel for VP for the last four years, we were aware
Motor State Distributing VR-12 Ultimate Cooling System Protection Additive
Motor State Distributing has announced the addition of the VR-12 Ultimate Cooling System Protection Additive to its quality brand selection of cooling system additives. VR-12 is the first and only cooling system additive designed to protect the cooling system against corrosion, rust, oxidation and electrolysis while reducing cylinder head temperatures for more fuel efficiency. VR-12 is a
Speedhut Customizable Gauges
Speedhut, manufacturers of a complete line of automotive gauges, has announced a new line of digital gauges for 2014. The new gauges assist drivers in monitoring their vehicle’s systems in a modern style. The fully customizable bezel, dial and bright LED’s provide for convenient displays. At a size of 2 1/16″ (52mm), the new gauges fit
Antique Automobile Club of America Museum Wins Five National Awards
The Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) Museum was awarded five NAMMY Awards during the National Association of Automobile Museums (NAAM) Conference held last week at the Petersen Museum in Los Angeles, California. The National Association of Automobile Museums is a professional center of excellence for automobile museums and affiliated organizations that supports, educates and
King Bearings Announces New Social Media Activities
In an effort to better connect with customers, dealers, and friends, King Engine Bearings has recently launched new social media activities that will provide technical information, new product announcements and other industry news. Focused on King’s racing activities, the company has embraced Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Google+ as a means for sharing information. In this
PRW Stud Mount Pro Series Aluminum and Stainless Rockers
PRW Industries’ Stud Mount Pro Series 6061-T6 Aluminum rocker bodies are designed for engines operating with less than 750 psi of open spring pressure, while the 15-5ph stainless bodies will handle up to 850 psi. The strength and durability of both rocker arms reduces flex for more accurate valve motion as well as extended service life.
The Science of Speed Webinar Presented by King Racing
Today’s race engines make more power than ever before. Yesterday’s engine bearing load capacity no longer works today… and tomorrow’s race engines will be even more powerful. There’s a need to meet these demands with higher bearing design standards and improved materials. King Racing’s XP series of rod and main bearings was developed to meet
MSD Announces ‘Winter Sucks, Save Some Bucks’ Promo
MSD is introducing some great deals to help get your car fired up for summer. Starting April 1, you can save up to 10% on MSD’s complete line of DynaForce Alternators. MSD offers alternators for the street and track and are made in the USA. You can also save bucks on spark energy with MSD’s line of Blaster
16-Year-Old Super Late Model Driver Jordan Ives Wins $50,000 ‘Search for a Champion’ Sponsorship
Jordan Ives won his first race at age four. Twelve years later, the Gladstone, Mich., high school student has landed what might be the biggest victory of his career: the $50,000 grand-prize sponsorship in the “Search for a Champion” contest from Federal-Mogul’s Champion Spark Plug brand. Ives was one of 15 finalists from among nearly 400
Repairing a Cracked Cylinder Head in a 324 Oldsmobile
This Oldsmobile 324 Rocket cylinder head has a crack, watch John Edwards as he repairs it at Costa Mesa R&D Automotive Machine.
MSD’s Atomic EFI
MSD Performance is excited to announce that the Atomic Fuel Injection System (PN 2900 & 2910) has been granted an Executive Order Number from the California Air Resources Board. This E.O. Number makes the Atomic the only aftermarket EFI system that is legal on 1987 and older GM vehicles in California. The Atomic EFI system
Edelbrock Signature Series Valve Cover
Edelbrock has expanded its Signature Series valve cover line to now include 194-292 Chevrolet inline six cylinder engines. The new Signature Series valve cover (#4477) is designed to fit 1962-1988 (USA) and 1962-2001 (South America) 194-292 inline six cylinder engines. This valve cover has two stock-style baffled breather holes and a baffled PCV hole on
