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Historic Vehicles Drive Anti-Ethanol Message to Congress

Joined by Congressional leaders and industry experts, members of the SEMA Action Network (SAN) participated in the “Fuel for Thought” Rally on Capitol Hill. The event raised awareness of the corrosive effects of ethanol-blended gasoline on automobile engines and the dangers of consumer misfueling. Hosted by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) in partnership with the

One Minute Might Save You Thirty!

The call, one of hundreds made every day,  goes something like this: “Hello. This is Billy-Joe-Bob, can I help you?” “Yeah Billy, this is Hank with Smith Machine. I’m working on an F-150 with a 4.6 and I need some parts.” “OK, Hank. I have several Smith Machines, do you know your account number?” “No.”

Oiling System Technology

Oil is the lifeblood of every engine. Any significant loss of oil pressure can destroy an engine in a split second so the oiling system must provide a constant supply of oil under all operating conditions.   With performance engines, keeping the engine lubed with a steady supply of oil can be a challenge because

Performance Diesel: The New Hot Rods

With all of the bolt-on diesel components that are available on the market these days, why would you get into offering performance engine rebuilds for the diesel market? I’m sure you are asking yourself this question every time you get a call from someone with a diesel engine asking how they can get more power. But believe

Performance Diesel: Turbos & Tuning

There is nothing more fast and furious than the roar of a turbo engine when it is finely tuned and performing efficiently on all levels. Whether pulling gear with the diesel truck or revving the street hot rod, making the most out of the turbo is crucial to most engine builders. As the consumer’s appetite

Super Comp Drag Racing

There are no rules for engine size, but engine builders should look to build for consistency in this class What does it take to build a winning engine for Super Comp drag racing? The Super Comp drag racing class runs on a 8.90 time limit, with essentially no rules regarding engine displacement, carburetion or type

Sleeves & Liners

I often hear customers ask about the difference between a sleeve and a liner. It’s an understandable question. Automotive guys call them sleeves and diesel guys call them liners. And while they may be used for similar purposes, the perception of what they do may be very different among different groups. Many automotive enthusiasts understand

Knowing You, Knowing Me

For almost 30 years now, Engine Builder has been asking the professionals in this industry about business. We ask you for detailed information on how much you charge, how much you make, how much you spend and how much you have left over.   We compile all of this information into several different reports each

Keeping Your Balance With 3.7L?Chryslers

Even though flywheel and clutch assemblies are balanced individually within allowable limits, the mating of each part with the crankshaft axis is essential so that they “run true.” Ideally, the balancing of both the crankshaft and flywheel assembly as one unit would be the way to go – since that’s not likely, holding the closest

SEMA Announces Board of Directors Election Results

Evans fills the position held for the past two years by Nate Shelton of B&M Automotive Group. Shelton will begin serving his term as chairman in July. The newly elected SEMA board volunteers are Kyle Fickler of Weld Racing and Tim Watts of Superlift Suspension. Jeff Bates of Bob Cook Sales was re-elected and will

Racing Oils

Performance engines built for racing deserve the best possible lubrication. Ordinary street oils don’t cut it on a race track. By Larry Carley The latest API-certified SN and ILSAC GF-5 motor oils are fine for everyday driving in late model vehicles, but most off-the-shelf motor oils (even many synthetics) come up short in the anti-wear

Longtime Goodson Tech Services Manager to Retire

Tapp, whose last day is June 28, 2013 has been with Goodson Tools & Supplies since April 1992. According to David Monyhan, Goodson Sales Manager, “Jim has been at the heart of many of our new products over the years. He has experience in running his own shop and teaching at a tech school, which

Motor Oil Fact or Fiction

1. Synthetic motor oil is too slippery. It causes roller bearings to slide instead of roll, and that causes the bearings to fail. Fact or Fiction? – Fiction If you have ever flown on a jet airplane, you have enough experience to debunk this myth. All jet turbine engines utilize rolling-element bearings, and every jet

Don’t Overlook The Easy Dollars To Add To Your Bottom Line

As I began to review the profit and loss statements from last month, I was reminded of something I learned long ago. Financial data, although very useful, is just a snapshot of the past or history. I’ve seen so many shop owners over the years have the right tools for the job, and they attend

Chrysler 3.7L Throttle Body ‘Whistle-Like Sounds’

This repair procedure involves applying a thin bead of RTV to theintake manifold-to-throttle body joint.This information applies tovehicles equipped with a 3.7L engine built on or before March 12, 2007. There have been reports of vehicle owners who experience a slight“high frequency (pitch)” whistle-like sound while driving. This soundis not loud and may not be

Hastings Manufacturing Company Acquired by RFE Investment Partners

Hastings Manufacturing Company, a nearly 100-year-old global manufacturer of piston rings, has announced its acquisition by RFE Investment Partners, together with management. The firm currently manages more than $450 million in committed capital.   “We are very excited to partner with RFE Investment Partners and continue to grow the business,” commented Bob Kollar, president and

Honeywell Turbochargers Help Chevy Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel

Honeywell turbochargers are a vital component of the soon-to-be-released 2014 Chevrolet Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel that will get an industry-best 46 mpg in highway driving, setting the bar higher for fuel efficiency and emissions control, according to the company. As revealed at the Chicago Auto Show, the Cruze Diesel will become the manufacturer’s first clean-diesel

Hastings Announces Marion Holt As VP Of Business Development

Hastings Manufacturing Co. has announced the addition of Marion Holt as a key member of its global sales and business development team. Holt has been appointed to the position of vice president of business development reporting to Bob Kollar, president and CEO. In this capacity, Holt will be responsible for complete management of the company’s

BorgWarner Presents Trophy To Indianapolis 500 Winner Tony Kanaan

Following the 97th running of the Indianapolis 500, BorgWarnerPresident and CEO James Verrier presented Tony Kanaan with the Borg-Warner Trophy in Victory Lane. Tony Kanaan ‘s sterling silver imagewill be the 100th added to the prestigious and historic trophy, joiningevery winner of the "Greatest Race in History."   "The Borg-Warner Trophy symbolizes a long tradition

Federal-Mogul Board Elects Co-CEO of F-M Corp. and CEO, Global Aftermarket

The board of directors of Federal-Mogul Corp. has announced the election of Kevin Freeland to the position of co-CEO of Federal-Mogul Corp. and CEO of Federal-Mogul’s Vehicle Components Segment (VCS), effective June 17, 2013. Freeland will report to the company’s board of directors. Federal-Mogul’s VCS is one of the largest independent global suppliers of leading,