Shop Solutions – April 2016
To make the glass in our glass-beading machine last longer, we cover the inside with duct tape, leaving a small open port to view the work. When this gets cloudy, we remove another small piece of the tape. Our glass lasts much longer now before it needs replacing.
Royal Purple to Sponsor Ed Carpenter Racing Starting at Indy 500
Just in time for the iconic 100th running of the Indianapolis 500, Royal Purple announced its sponsorship of the Ed Carpenter Racing Verizon IndyCar Series team for the 2016 race season. Beginning on May 29, the Royal Purple logo will adorn the engine cover of the Ed Carpenter Racing No. 20 Chevrolet.
DEI Mini Versa Starter Shield
Constructed of an aluminized heat reflective material backed with a high temperature rated glass fiber insulation barrier, the new mini DEI Versa Shield protects starters and other components from failure due to heat soak.
WELD Revs Up its Support as a 2016 Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Sponsor
Recognizing the opportunity to support young people in their pursuit of an automotive career, WELD has renewed its sponsorship of the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow (HROT) Engine Challenge program. WELD has been a HROT sponsor since 2013.
Edelbrock E-Force Supercharger Systems For 2007-’13 GM HD Trucks
Edelbrock has expanded its popular E-Force Supercharger systems for 2007-’13 GM trucks to now include Heavy-Duty models. These systems increase the stock GM 6.0L engine output up to 424 rear wheel horsepower and 431 ft.-lbs. of torque for improved towing performance.
Chevrolet Performance Aluminum Slant-Edge Air Cleaner Kits
Slant-Edge Air Cleaners are the perfect way to complete your dress-up look in premium Slant-Edge style. Whether you have Slant-Edge valve covers, or a set from a different series, these air cleaners with prominent raised or recessed emblems will bring your engine look together in head turning fashion.
Ensuring Your Insurance
In the business of engine building there are numerous insurance coverages that you may be aware of and already have, but there are several that you may not know even existed that could help your business in case something happens.
Hypertech Founder and President Mark Heffington Has Passed Away
Mark Heffington, founder and president of Hypertech Inc., passed away April 23. He was 74. Heffington pioneered automotive aftermarket tuning with the invention of the “Power Chip,” which was used to recalibrate early automotive computers.
T&D Machine Roller Rocker System for GM Duramax Diesel V8
T&D Machine Products has made available a roller rocker system for the GM Duramax diesel V8. T&D has engineered and produced a rocker set to give an extra advantage to this 32-valve powerhouse.
Polaris Systems, Inc. Announces New Polaris XA Software
Polaris Systems, Inc. has announced its next generation of software, Polaris XA. Partnering with Rocket Software to develop this product, the new software will be released in Q4 2016.
Concept One Pulley Systems Victory Series HD Pulley System
Concept One Pulley Systems has introduced a brand new Victory Series HD Pulley System. The new system is a heavy-duty 8-rib pulley kit with 33% more grip than a standard 6-rib kit. The Victory Series HD Pulley System features heavy-duty tensioner, extra bracketing and is engineered for 500+ horsepower LS street engines.
Honing Aluminum Blocks
Manufacturers who produce “linerless” hypereutectic aluminum blocks today include Audi, BMW, Honda, Mercedes, Porsche, Volkswagen, Volvo, and Yamaha. Most late-model engines have aluminum blocks to save weight, including most of the familiar domestic V8s such as Chevy LS, Ford 4.6L modular and 5.0L Coyote, and Chrysler 5.7L and 6.1L Hemi. Yet these have iron sleeves.
Elgin Industries Celebrates 15th Consecutive Year as a Top Supplier to JASPER
Elgin Industries has been selected for the 15th consecutive year as a top-performing supplier to JASPER Engines and Transmissions. Elgin representatives recently received JASPER’s “ELMO” trophy in recognition of service excellence.
Chicago Pneumatic Ultra Lightweight 1/2″ Impact Wrench
Chicago Pneumatic has unveiled its new ultra-lightweight ½” impact wrench – CP7732C – which is the new generation of the company’s best-selling ‘stubby’ and is the latest in a series of compact tools for the vehicle service industry.
Juan Bez Named President of ACL Distribution
The ACL Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Juan Bez as the new President of ACL Distribution, based in Grand Rapids, MI. Bez assumes the position and responsibilities from Tim Vehlewald, who retired in January.
Valve Timing Events and the Order of Importance
If you’ll recall, in the January issue, we got into the nitty gritty details of what makes a camshaft the “right” camshaft. In this issue, we’ll continue the education. Cam class is back in session!
WD-40 Specialist Spray & Stay Gel Lubricant
To meet the needs of trade professionals with jobs requiring longer-lasting lubrication and corrosion protection that won’t run, drip or make a mess, WD-40 Company is launching the Spray & Stay Gel Lubricant to its WD-40 Specialist line of products.
Edelbrock Power Package Top End Kit for HEMIs
Edelbrock has added a new Power Package Top End kit for Chrysler 426-528 HEMI engines. Each Edelbrock Top End kit is based on the popular Total Power Package concept of combining dyno-matched components for dyno-tested and proven results.
Motor State Distributing Adds Cold Air Inductions
Motor State Distributing has increased its coverage of air intake systems with the addition of Cold Air Inductions to the company’s ever expanding list of quality brand vendors.
Grassroots Racers from North Carolina, Georgia Win 2016 ‘Search for a Champion’ Sponsorships
Two grassroots racers will be able to pursue their goals of racing at the professional level thanks to two grand prize sponsorships awarded through the 2016 “Search for a Champion” contest from Federal-Mogul Motorparts’ Champion brand.
