PRW Welcomes Debbie O’Connell as New Purchasing Agent
PRW Industries Inc., a manufacturer of high-performance engine components for hot rods and race cars, has announced that Debbie O’Connell has joined the PRW team as its new purchasing agent. Prior to working in the automotive aftermarket, she spent the last 8 1/2 years as the procurement supervisor for an FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) repair
Building Performance Cummins Engines
The clouds of black smoke along with the whistling of the turbo bring out a new wave of spectators. It’s all about the rumble and feel from the massive foot pounds of torque, not the horsepower. Who would have ever thought that a diesel engine would gain respect in the world of performance? Now, it’s
Diesel Motorsports Grow in Popularity
DIESEL Motorsports began 13 years ago in Muncie, IN, where the first “diesel only” event was put together by a local TDR Club and two promoters. Organizers held the event because the drag strips at that time would not let diesel trucks run on their tracks. In fact, they still do not have diesel classes
Mopar Muscle is the Name of the Game
Ask any Mopar aficionado around the Midwest, “Who is the guy to go to if it has anything to do with a Hemi power plant?” And the answer which will probably be uttered is Tony DePillo and his Specialty Motorwerkes Company located in the Dayton, Ohio area. He does it all, from a speed shop owner, a
Ford’s Famous Flathead V8
It was special in so many ways. First of all, it was the first V8 engine for the Ford line of cars. Nobody could imagine the effects it would have on the racing and hot rod world in the years to come. Even in its stock trim, it was a gutty little powerplant, but it would
VP Out, Sunoco In as NHRA Official Fuel For 2015
The NHRA has announced an agreement whereby Sunoco has been named the official fuel of NHRA beginning in 2015. The following is a response to the announcement by VP’s president, Alan Cerwick: As NHRA’s official fuel through the end of the 2014 season, VP Racing Fuels will continue to service the remaining NHRA races in
Just in Time – Addressing Timing Component Replacement and Upgrades
The timing components that drive a camshaft affect valve timing, ignition timing (if the engine has a cam-driven distributor), compression, engine performance and fuel economy. Because of this, the timing components must be in good condition with minimal wear and slop, and they must be durable enough to maintain accurate timing for the service life
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
Two of a Kind – Dodge Bros. Celebrate 100 Years
Engine builders John and Horace Dodge started making automobiles in 1914 — 100 years ago. However, the Dodge brothers actually got into the automobile industry in 1900 and actually manufactured engines under contract to Henry Ford in 1900. Eventually, they built all of Ford’s mechanical parts. John and Horace were talented machinists who started at
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.
Prolong Super Lubricants to Unveil Custom-Designed 1955 Chevy Wagon
Staying true to the earliest days of drag racing, Prolong Super Lubricants will soon unveil a 1955 Chevy 210 four-door Wagon, styled after the classic drag support vehicles, which were fixtures at drag strips across the country in the 1960s. The slick vintage wagon was inspired by Prolong’s staunch support of the classic car, hot
PRW Sportsman Roller Tip Rocker Arms
PRW Industries, a manufacturer of high-performance engine components, has launched a consumer rebate program on its Sportsman Roller Tip rocker arms. The addition of a $5 pre-paid Visa gift card makes these popular rockers an even better value. Designed for engines with less than 350 psi of open spring pressure, these rocker arms are ideal
Dart Pro1 Big-Block Cylinder Heads
Despite having been on the market for decades Dart’s Pro1 big-block cylinder heads receive constant upgrades. In fact, this is the essence of their universal appeal—their development never ends. Originally introduced in 1982, David Reher of Reher Morrison says, “There is nothing that compares with the Pro1. They have been the best bang for the
Pick-a-Part: Selecting Valvetrain Components for a Performance Build
Selecting the right components to make a race-worthy valvetrain is crucial to assembling an engine that will last – and win. The pushrods, rockers and valve springs must be able to handle all of the stresses of the camshaft rotating with high spring pressures and with huge lift. As we all know, weakness in any
2014 Marks 5th Annual Holley LS Fest
Holley has announced September 5-7, 2014 are the official dates for the 5th annual Holley LS Fest. Once again Beech Bend Raceway in Bowling Green, Kentucky will host the largest all-LS celebration in the country. 2013 saw record numbers of both participants and spectators and there was already excitement in the air about 2014 being
AERA Tech & Skills Conference Hosted by Liberty Engine Parts
Time is running out to register for the AERA Tech & Skills Conference hosted by Liberty Engine Parts on Saturday, March 15, 2014 in Louisville, KY. The AERA Tech & Skills Conference hosted by Liberty Engine Parts will be held at 3865 Produce Road Suite 213-A, Louisville, KY 40218. FEES: $10 per person ($10 for each additional person from the same
Blower Drive Service Sold to Steven Yetzke’s Belt Drives Ltd.
Blower Drive Service (BDS), the Southern California manufacturer and distributor of superchargers and supercharger components for street driven vehicles, has been acquired by another Southern California company with ties to the industry, Belt Drives Limited (BDL). “I’m proud to announce that my company has come to an agreement with the Railsback family, who have owned BDS since its inception,
NADM/DIESEL Motorsports 2014 Schedule Set
The National Association of Diesel Motorsports is in its eighth year of providing Sanctioned diesel sled pulling and drag racing events across the United States. Diesel motor sports and NADM has grown quickly with events now all over the country. Many state, regional clubs/associations and diesel promoters are putting diesel events in many different rural
Future Alternative Fuels Could be a Gas
Alternative fuels such as E85 and biodiesel that were once considered fringe fuels are now mainstream. You can burn any mixture of gasoline and E85 in any vehicle that is Flex Fuel capable. As for biodiesel, blends ranging from B05 (5% biodiesel) to B100 (100% biodiesel) are being used in all kinds of diesel applications.
Learning To Race Pro Stock
My transition in 1975 from bracket racing a 122˝ wheelbase mid-eleven second, two-ton ’57 Mercury to racing in a low nine-second 99˝ wheelbase, Pinto Pro Stock car, was quite a jump. I was jaded with bracket racing and wanted to run heads up – all out with a door car. So, Pro Stock was it.
