Dayco Appoints Jay Buckley Director Heavy-Duty/Specialty Markets
Jay Buckley has joined Dayco as the director, heavy-duty and specialty markets for the U.S. aftermarket team. Jay will work in the Troy, MI office and report to Mike McTeer, vp sales & marketing for the U.S. aftermarket. Jay will be responsible for HD, powersports and off-road product management. Additionally, he will use his experience and expertise
LS Engine Parts Selection
People in the aftermarket thought that the SBC could never be replaced, but in the eyes of many hot rodders and engine builders, the heir to the throne is the LS platform.
Cloyes Now Offers More Products
The timing drive systems manufacturer added 131 new parts to its catalog in 2019.
440 cid Whipple-Blown LS Engine
Attracting customers from hot rod users to doing motors for the Fast and the Furious and the Batmobile to the Drift series, King of the Hammers and Baja 1000, CBM Motorsports churns out a lot of engines. Above all else, the shop, which specializes in LS engine work, does its most business for sand rails, and that’s where this 440 cid Whipple-blown LS engine is heading. Find out what went into this supercharged build.
Snap-on 3/8˝ Drive TechAngle Flex-Head Torque Wrench
The new Snap-on ATECH2FR125B 3/8˝ Drive TechAngle Flex-Head Torque Wrench provides the same benefits as fellow ATECH series tools, but with more range, strength, and accuracy.
ASE Introduces Updated Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2) Test
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) will launch an updated version of the Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2) test on January 6, 2020.
6.6L LML Duramax
Travis Turner discovered there wasn’t anyone in his area working on diesels, or anyone who really knew much about them, so he set out to change that. He started Pure Addiction Diesel Performance in 2013 and has been building diesel trucks and engines ever since, just like this 6.6L LML Duramax that puts out 1,200 hp! Find out what went into this diesel build.
OTC H-D Engine Service Tools for Detroit Diesel
Designed with the technician in mind, the tools are made to help keep heavy-duty trucks on the road by making preventative maintenance, inspections and service easier and more efficient.
Permatex The Right Stuff 90 Minute Gasket Maker Named Best New Product
Permatex, an innovator in chemical technology for automotive maintenance and repair, has been awarded the 2019 Best New Product Award for Chemicals, Lubricants & Filters at the 2019 Automotive Aftermarket Product Expo (AAPEX) for its Permatex The Right Stuff 90 Minute Gasket Maker Series.
OTC Fuel Injection Tools for H-D Detroit Diesel Engines
The expansion of OTC’s heavy-duty product lineup allows technicians to better perform preventative maintenance, inspections and service on Detroit Diesel Series 60, two-cycle Series 53, 71, DDEC IV engines and more.
Cloyes Earns Two Automotive Communications Awards
Both in the business-to-business category, Cloyes won Best Ad Campaign to the Technician / Repair Audience and Best Use of Ad Graphics to the Distribution / Retail and Technician / Repair Audience.
OTC Crank & Cam Tools for Detroit Diesel Engines
New crankshaft and cam tools include a crankshaft seal and wear sleeve installer, an alignment tool and replacement tip, along with a cam gear alignment fixture, retaining tool and an alignment tool. Each tool is for use on multiple variants of Detroit Diesel engines.
Cloyes Earns Best New Product Award at AAPEX 2019
The company’s Variable Valve Timing Chain Kit won the Hard Parts category in the New Product Showcase.
MAHLE Aftermarket Announces Finalists for ‘Drive with the Original’ Promotion
The four finalists for the MAHLE “Drive With the Original” Technician Promotion have been selected for this year’s grand prize drawing. These four finalists will travel to the 2019 AAPEX show in Las Vegas, where one of them will win the grand prize, a custom-built Petty’s Garage Dodge Challenger.
CRP Industries Builds Growth with Core Brand Innovations and Manufacturing
A key component of the company’s vision is the continued growth of core brands: REIN Automotive Parts, Pentosin Technical Fluids, AAE Steering System Components and AJUSA Gaskets, as well as the power transmission and fluid transfer product lines offered by CRP’s industrial division.
Fastener Fascination
According to ARP’s Chris Raschke, engine builders need to make sure to have the correct fastener for the application first. “When you get a new fastener, you need to take it out of the package, inspect the fastener, make sure there’s nothing wrong with it.
6.6L LLY Duramax Engine
With a background in engineering and years of diesel training under him, Rich Strube makes sure he applies what he’s learned over the years to his engine work at Richie’s Diesel Performance. One such example is on his 2005 GMC Sierra with this 6.6L LLY Duramax inside. Find out what makes this build unique!
6.6L LBZ Duramax
When a rebuild went wrong at another shop, Sin City Diesel & Off-Road was entrusted with this 6.6L LBZ Duramax engine. Find out what went into making this 200,000 mile engine run like new again!
Tradeshow Season
While the rest of the world tends to slow down in the fourth quarter, our industry is starting to rev up. That’s because it’s tradeshow season, and the excitement for next year is always palpable!
OE Parts vs. the Aftermarket
Many of your customers believe that OEM parts are better than aftermarket parts. We wanted to dispel some of the myths once and for all. Without getting into the mud about which brands are better. It is important to note that not all parts are created equal, and this includes both aftermarket and OE replacement parts.
