Chevy LT1 Engine and Reverse-Flow Technology
The Chevrolet LT1 5.7L V8 engine that was produced from 1992 to 1997 has some significant differences compared to the previous small block Chevy it replaced, and the third generation LS1 small block that later replaced it. The most obvious difference that distinguishes the LT1 from these other engines is the front-mounted Opti-Spark ignition system.
ATC Technology Corp. Says Honda to Begin In-Sourcing the Remanufacturing of Automatic Transmissions
ATCTechnology Corp. (ATC) said earlier this week that it received verbalnotice from Honda of the automaker’s intention to in-source theremanufacturing of automatic transmissions for its vehicles as early asyear-end. ATC previously provided remanufactured automotive transmissions forHonda. The business accounted for about $52 million of ATC’s 2008revenues – approximately 10 percent of company revenues and 29
Oil Pump Technology
Oil pressure is something every engine builder worries about. Low oil pressure or a loss of pressure can cause expensive warranty problems and catastrophic engine failures, neither of which is good for your business. Though the “bigger is better” mentality persists, most engines only need about 10 psi of oil pressure for every 1,000 rpm
SuperFlow Acquires Zoom Technology
In an agreement reached with ZOOM CEO Chris Hansen, SuperFlow will take over all manufacturing, sales/marketing and administrative operations for the Zoom Technology product line, effective immediately. Hansen will also relocate from ZOOM’s New Jersey facility to Des Moines, Iowa to assist in the transition, and to support ZOOM’s existing product line and customer base.
Navistar’s Green Diesel Technology Products Qualify for Government Grants
Eligible fleets wanting to make environmentally responsible changes to their vehicles can now apply for government grants to offset the costs of retrofitting their existing trucks. International® truck and IC Bus dealers offer a suite of products that may qualify under federal, state, and local clean diesel grant programs. “Our International dealers are ready to
Gene Haas Foundation Funds Machining Technology Scholarships
The Gene Haas Foundation has provided a $200,000 grant to the SME Education Foundation to help qualified students interested in machine operation and maintenance coursework take advantage of their Gene Haas Foundation Machining Technology Scholarship. High school seniors, graduates or GED recipients will be eligible for the one-year Gene Haas Foundation Machining Technology Scholarship,
AETC To Celebrate 20 Years of Aftermarket Secrets, Focuses on the Future of Performance Engine Technology
After 20 years of trading horsepower trends and secrets, the Advanced Engineering Technology Conference (AETC) will continue its focus on the future of performance technology in 2009. This year will spotlight one of the key power players of new aftermarket technology – the Ford Modular engine. With five diverse experts already scheduled as speakers, this
Diesel Engine Technology: Emissions Control
Good news! You won’t be faced with any new engine technology in acouple of years. While engine makers are planning on using variousmeans to qualify their products for the enhanced emissions regulationsthat will take effect in 2010, all will use technologies long proven onthe road. Most manufacturers, especially those with European ties, haveindicated that they
Advanced Engineering Technology Conference Announces Early Sign-Up Bonus
As if the great wealth of information and camaraderie were not enough, the AETC conference is now adding further incentive for early sign-ups – a special AETC jacket and 10 percent discount – just for being one of the first 100 people to sign-up. This embroidered jacket, a $250 value, is the most recent attraction
Engine Sealing Technology
Since the days of sealing engines with asbestos, cork, rope and paper are, for the most part, ancient history, new-age materials and designs have elevated the critical role gaskets and seals play in the longevity of an engine. Finding the optimum sealing material and design remain a challenge many gasket manufacturers face as engines are
Federal-Mogul Corporation Drives the Future Through Leading Technology at Auto Beijing 2008
Federal-Mogul Corporation is pleased to bring its innovative products, brands and technologies to Auto Beijing 2008. This marks the first time Federal-Mogul will exhibit at Beijing’s International Automotive and Manufacturing Technology Exhibit, one of the world’s most exciting international automotive events. As a world-class automotive supplier serving the foremost original equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket
Valve Seat Technology For Stock and Performance Applications
Valve seats are a critical engine component because they are the foundation of the valvetrain. The seats provide a surface for the valves to seal against when they close so there’s no loss of compression or pressure from the combustion chamber. The seats also help cool the valves by conducting heat away from valves into
Old Iron, Times (and Technology) Change!
For the past 15 years or so I’ve abused the automotive media and the English language with series after series of vintage engine build-ups. These are opus-length ordeals that consume somewhere between 150 and 250 pages and a lot of photos aimed at doing what I can to re-discover and re-invent various vintage engines for
Understanding High Performance Valvetrain Technology
Parts are getting lighter, stronger and capable of producing more horsepower than ever before. One of the driving forces behind these advances has been the proliferation of aftermarket cylinder heads that require unique valvetrain components. In addition, new computer-aided design, modeling and manufacturing techniques are making it easier and faster for valvetrain component suppliers to
Final Wrap: A New Year And Some Brand Spankin’ New Technology
Happy New Year! As you undoubtedly realize, this is the time of year when magazine editors typically write their columns on one of three subjects: How bad the last year was and assurances that THIS year will be better. How great last year was but expressing concern that the bottom will drop out soon. Or,
University of NW OH Hosts Engine Builders During Technology Conference
More than 250 engine builders learned about the most recent developments in engine building and toured the University’s soon-to-be completed High Performance Technology Building. Seminar topics included: Cylinder Head Welding; Proper Piston Ring Filing; OHC Cylinder Head Disassembly; CNC Machining; Dynamometer Technology; Performance Engine Technology; Crack Detection; Honing for Performance; Cylinder Head Performance. “This was
Shop Financials: Automotive Technology Isn’t All Under The Hood
Like our cars, many of us take our computer systems and networks for granted. Once they are installed and working, we tend to forget about scheduled maintenance and security. Since most of the services that our companies require are on the Internet, we are forced to get access to stay current with technology. When on
Blast Cleaning Technology
The future, they promised us, would be full of amazing things. We would be commuting in flying cars, we would be using robots to do most of our manual chores and space travel would be fairly routine. First, the future was 1984 – then it was 2001. Now, in 2005 we do have highly exotic
Piston Ring Technology: Stock and Performance
Piston rings have one of the toughest jobs inside an engine. They’re slammed up and down between the ring lands thousands of times a minute; they’re subjected to searing temperatures and extreme pressures; and they’re constantly scraping back and forth against the cylinder walls. In spite of all of this, the rings are expected to
New Clean Diesel Technology
With gasoline prices in the U.S. bouncing around the two dollars per gallon mark, record high oil prices and growing uncertainty over the price and availability of future oil supplies, any new technology that can give consumers more bang for their buck should be welcomed. Domestic vehicle manufacturers have virtually abandoned further development of electric