Problems that Plague Chrysler’s 3.5L Engine Creates Rebuild Opportunities
This engine, and its 2.7L, 3.2L and 4.0L cousins, represent a significant service opportunity for engine rebuilders from all the heat damaged inflicted upon them. If ever there was a service opportunity ripe for the taking,Chrysler’s 3.5L SOHC V6 engine (and its 2.7L, 3.2L and 4.0L cousins) is it. This engine was introduced back in
Powertrain Products; Problems With Ford 5.4L Truck Engines
The proper rebuild must contain not only new phasers, but also resized and machined camshaft bores, with the installation of OEM sized cam-bearings or an oversized camshaft with machining to zero runout (along with the traditional re-manufacturing process) Powertrain Products Inc., a national distributor of rebuilt automotive engines, reports on an alarming trend in Ford 2004-2010 trucks, equipped
Don’t Delay! — Deadline Approaching to Nominate A Shop as Top Performance Engine Builder
Online applications for the second annual Performance Engine Builder of the Year Award, presented by Engine Builder and Driven Racing Oil, are being accepted thru Sept. 30 at topperformanceshop.com. If your shop, or a shop you do business with is tops in the nation, it’s time that it gets recognized. Online applications are being accepted
MAHLE Continues Powertrain Downsize Project, Showcases Engine at Tech Center Opening
To support the Grand Opening of the MAHLE North American Technical Center, Farmington Hills earlier this summer, one of the company’s Downsize Demonstrator Vehicles, powered by a specially designed research engine, was on hand to drive appraisals by the North American Automotive Press, multiple OEM customers and government agencies. In 2006, MAHLE Powertrain and its parent company
Damage Control: Removing Problem Plugs on Ford Modular Engines
Ford recognized a plug removal problem on some of its 4.6L 3v, 5.4L 3V and 6.8L 3V engines and issued a tech bulletin — TSB 08-7-6 — to address the problems. This article supersedes TSB 08-1-9. Ford’s Modular engine, used in various Ford, Lincoln and Mercury products during the mid- to late-2000’s, has been known to give techs a hard
AVI Unveils A1 Engine Repair Test Prep Program
AVI has expanded its AVI Test Prep product line with the final volume of the ASE A Series Test Prep line. The newly released A1 program is available now on DVD and streaming on demand at www.auto-video.com. "Our AVI Test Prep programs have been a huge help to technicians preparing for the ASE tests,"
Revised Cylinder Head Bolt and Torque Procedures for 88-95 Ford 5.0L Engines
The two types of bolts that are used are physically different as you can see in Figure 1. The standard torque bolt is a non-flanged hex head bolt. The torque to yield bolt is a flanged head bolt. Both types of bolts may be used on any of the 5.0L engines. The bolts must all
Cylinder Sleeve Installation Procedures for 2002-2006 GM Ecotec Engines
This information is an update to previously published information on cylinder sleeve replacement for 2002-2006 GM Ecotec 2.0L, 2.2L and 2.4L 4-cylinder engines. A Cylinder Sleeve Removal/Installation tool (p/n EN45680-850) is required for this procedure. Tools are available from Kent Moore. Do not chill or heat the cylinder bore sleeve or the cylinder block when
Camshaft Sprocket Service for 1994 Chrysler 2.0L DOHC Engines
The camshaft sprockets on Chrysler 2.0L DOHC engines built Aug. 1, 1994through Oct. 31, 1994 may have two timing marks on the side ofeach sprocket (see Figure 1). Engine damage may result from incorrect installation of either camshaft sprocket after an engine repair. It is important that the correct timing mark is used when setting
Engine Parts Warehouse Acquires World Products
We at World are very excited because with five Engine Parts Warehouse locations across the country they stock virtually every brand of performance engine parts, including their own PBM Performance Parts and Erson Cams,” the company said in a statement. “And with more than 30 expert engine parts phone sales people available to assist you,
Revised Timing Belt and Tensioner Setup Procedure for 1998-2000 Ford 2.0L Engines
During a timing belt servicing, refer to the following service procedure for details. Note: To achieve proper timing belt tension, the camshaft sprocketbolts should be loosened enough to permit the sprockets to turn freelyon the camshafts. With cam sprocket bolts loosened and cylinder #1 attop dead center (TDC), crankshaft must be rotated to TDC in
J.D. Power and Associates Reports: EPA Emission-Compliant Truck Engines Increase in Problems, Decline in Satisfaction
Now in its 16th year, the J.D. Power study measures satisfaction with engines and transmissions among primary maintainers of heavy-duty (Class 8) trucks that are one model-year old. Satisfaction is measured based on eight key factors: engine reliability and dependability; engine warranty; acceleration when fully loaded; electronic control module; accessibility to components for service or
Sheared Crankshaft Sprocket Keys Found on Some GM 6.2L Diesel Engines
A new hardened washer, p/n 23504011, is availalbe for improved clampload of the crankshaft sprocket to the crankshaft by the crankshaftbolt. Installation torques for the hardened washer have been increasedto 177 to 185 ft.lbs. (240 N.m /250 N.m). Parts are currently available from GM and other suppliers should damperloosening occur, resulting in the crankshaft sprocket
New Products for Modern V8 Engines
The numbers aren’t there yet, but engine builders and suppliers are taking notice of the new V8s. What has taken so long? For one, the new engines are more expensive and more complex. Some shops do not have the capability or expertise to work on them just yet, but more and more shops do. One
Goodson Tools & Supplies for Engine Builders Releases 2012 Product Catalog
Among the products featured are three grades ofbrake lathe replacement tips and holders, silencer bands, mounting adaptors anda wide range of replacement parts for most popular brake lathes. Dave Monyhan, Goodson nationalsales manager, says, “This is one of the best catalogs we’ve ever produced. Theproduct line is expanded to include several new products that are
EngineQuest Head to Vegas Promotion Winners Announced
As the grand prize winner, Belez received airfare for two to Las Vegas, ground transportation to and from the hotel, a six night stay at an area hotel, and tickets for two to attend IMCA’s Duel in the Desert race at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway November 11, 2011. The First Place Prize winner,
PRI Offers Race Engine Builders Opportunities to Increase Efficiencies, Profit in 2012
The PRI Trade Show is being held December 1-3, 2011, in the North/South Building of the Orange County Convention Center, in Orlando, Fla. It is open to the racing trade only. You must be part of a racing business or professional race team to gain admission. “The PRI Trade Show is where you go when
Pro Stock Engine Technology
For a gearhead it’s always interesting to look at the upper echelons of motorsports to see what’s ticking under the hood. F1, Sprint Cup, and endurance cars are all fairly engaging from an engine perspective, but nothing tops drag racing for its sheer power, variety and ingenuity. In a single event you have vehicles competing
EngineQuest Announces 2011 IMCA ‘Head to Vegas’ Promotion
EngineQuest(EQ) launched its "Head to Vegas" promotion on July 1. The grand prizewinner will receive a seven-day, six-night trip for two to attendIMCA’s Duel in the Desert event at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway inNovember. The Grand Prize includes airfare for two to Las Vegas, groundtransportation to and from the hotel, a six-night stay at
Dura-Bond Promotes Bob McBroom to VP Operations, Engineering
In his new position, McBroom will lead Dura-Bond’s efforts to oversee engineering, production, environmental, new product development, new production processes and maintenance activities. He will lead an experienced team to facilitate future growth of the company. Dura-Bond has seen strong growth in the aftermarket during the last two years. Bob has been with Dura-Bond for