Bar’s Leaks One Seal Stop Leak
Bar’s Leaks has combined three of its popular stop leak products into a unique new multipurpose formula that can eliminate engine, transmission and power steering system fluid leaks. New Bar’s Leaks One Seal Stop Leak is the first all-in-one additive specifically designed to stop leaks in all three systems. Bar’s Leaks One Seal Stop Leak (P/N
MAHLE Aftermarket Champion Technician Contest
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. recently kicked off the fourth annual MAHLE Aftermarket Champion Technician Contest, designed to spotlight talented and forward thinking engine technicians and specialists who demonstrate success and creativity as it relates to advancing the field of engine development.
ACL Distribution Acquires ACL Bearing Company
ACL Distribution, Inc. has announced the acquisition of the assets of ACL Bearing Company of Tasmania, Australia. ACL Distribution of Grand Rapids, MI, is a manufacturer and distributor of engine bearings for the automotive aftermarket.
British Invasion – All the King’s Horsepower
Interest in British sports cars grew in the U.S. after World War II, when soldiers returning from England brought MG TCs home with them. Soon other sports cars came from “across the pond.”
PERA Holds 69th Annual Conference and Welcomes New President
The Production Engine Remanufacturers Association (PERA) has been in Louisville, KY this past week for its 69th Annual PERA Conference where it welcomed incoming president Frank Owings of Titan Engines. Owings replaces outgoing president Robert McGraw of AER Manufacturing.
Holley Carbureted Dual Plane Intake
Holley has announced its all new carbureted dual plane intake for the popular GM LS engine. This intake allows you to bolt your favorite 4150 flange carburetor onto an LS engine.
Enerpulse Donates Pulstar Spark Plugs to Support Delancey Street Foundation
Enerpulse Technologies, makers of Pulstar with PlasmaCore spark plugs, recently donated nearly $3,000 worth of spark plugs to the Delancey Street Foundation for its fleet of vehicles in Los Angeles.
$125,000 ‘Search for a Champion’ Contest Returns This Fall
The Champion Spark Plug brand is once again stepping forward to support grassroots racers through the popular $125,000 “Search for a Champion” contest, which will fund 15 sponsorships available to racers in virtually every form of engine-driven competition.
PRW Rocker Arm Rebates Are Back
PRW Industries is reintroducing its Rocker Arm Rebates this fall. Purchase any of PRW’s Performance Quotient Platinum Series Shaft Mount Rocker Arm Systems through any PRW authorized distributor and qualify for a $20 Visa gift card rebate.
Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel, First to Meet 2015 Emissions Regulations
Cummins Inc. announced that it has received certification for its 6.7L Turbo Diesel from the California Air Resources Board (CARB), meeting the Low-Emission Vehicle III (LEV III) standards.
Racing with the Ramchargers
Before Neil Newman’s tenure with Chrysler Marine Division, he had gone to school at the Chrysler Engineering Institute (CEI) with many members of the original, legendary “Ramchargers” drag racing team.
Hedman Stainless Steel Headers
Hedman’s newly designed shorty headers for the S197 5.0 Mustang are created with power and efficiency in mind, and are engineered to give your vehicle the maximum amount of breathing room without violating your state’s emissions laws.
Corsa Performance Corvette Air Intake
CORSA Performance has added air intake applications for 2008-2013 6.2L, 2006-2009 7.0L Z06 and 2005-2007 6.0L Chevy Corvette models. The air intake gives enthusiasts a state-of-the-art way to increase engine performance for significant improvements over stock systems.
Wiseco Diesel Pistons
Wiseco, a high-performance piston maker established in 1941, is launching a new range of diesel pistons for Dodge Cummins, GM Duramax and Ford Power Stroke engines.
The History of AMG
For 47 years, AMG has been home to some of the fastest, mightiest and most exciting road and race cars ever created – the latest chapter of which was revealed on 9/9/14 as the Mercedes-AMG GT. So this seems to be an excellent time to reminisce.
The Evolution of Surface Treatments
In the never ending quest for better performance, durability and reliability, various types of surface coatings and treatments have evolved as solutions for problems that have vexed engine builders for years. Coatings that were once considered exotic race-only solutions are now being used on a wide variety of stock and performance applications. If you’re not
GearWrench Introduces 120-Position Extra-Long Ratcheting Wrenches
GearWrench has announced its new 120XP Universal Spline XL Ratcheting Wrenches. The new ratcheting wrenches feature 120 positions for every full rotation and a swing arc of as little as 3 degrees. The new 120XP Ratcheting Wrenches from GearWrench deliver unparalleled access, allowing them to turn hard-to-reach fasteners in confined areas. Available in SAE and
Variable Valve Timing Theory and Principles
There’s no doubt that engine specialists will begin seeing more variable valve timing (VVT) designed engines in their shops, as the generation of vehicles equipped with this technology begins to make its way into the service industry. In fact, the current versions of VVT were popularly introduced into domestic production about 10 years ago. Operating
Independent Study Confirms Safety of Shop Towels
TRSA, the leading global textile services trade association, announced that an independent study conducted earlier this year found workers who routinely use shop towels had no increased health risk above regulatory levels of concern. The study, commissioned by TRSA and conducted by Arcadis U.S., Inc., measured heavy metal exposures in laundered shop towels sampled from
Schumann Energy Recovery Oil Pump
The “Energy Recovery” oil pump design by Schumann’s Sales & Service Inc. is currently undergoing patent review for its ability to self-prime a front-mounted oil pump like those used in Chevy LS and other late model engine applications. The pump’s unique flow characteristics provide instantaneous oil pressure and consistent output at all engine speeds. The
