A Lucky Pennzoil Fan Drives Home a 2014 Dodge Viper SRT
Pennzoil has announced Michael S. Kicker from Buckley, WA as the lucky grand prize winner of the Pennzoil ‘Dream Machine’ sweepstakes. Kicker will be riding around in-style in his new 2014 Dodge Viper SRT courtesy of Pennzoil, which was awarded to him at his local Tacoma Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram SRT Dealership in Tacoma, WA.
Conventional Gasoline Models Expected To Represent Less Than Half Of Vehicles Sold Worldwide By 2017
New data from Navigant Research shows stop-start capability on vehicle engines is anticipated to be the most important innovation in improving fuel efficiency.
Studebaker Sleeper
A crude-looking ’53 Studebaker drag racing car from Iowa has its share of rust, dings, dents and paint flaws, but under its hood is a one-of-a-kind Pontiac intake manifold that has some very sophisticated engineering behind it. Davenport, IA, resident Jim Allen has owned the Studebaker Starliner Coupe since 1959. It was back in 1964 that he purchased the factory experimental intake to go on the 421-cid Pontiac Super-Duty V8.
Consider a Dyno/Flow Bench for Your Shop
Any engine builder that is doing performance work or high volume engine building can benefit from owning an engine dynamometer. A dyno is not just a tool for plotting horsepower and torque curves. It’s also a tuning tool for plotting and adjusting fuel mixture and ignition calibration, a quality control tool to assure proper engine break-in, valvetrain adjustments and to verify compression, ring seating and gasket sealing. It can also be used as a performance and/or durability research tool.
Selecting Pushrods, Rockers and Springs for Your Build
Everybody knows you need the right combination of valvetrain components to maximize an engine’s power potential. The trick is figuring out which components are the “right” ones for a given application. A high revving engine with an aggressive cam needs lightweight rocker arms and stiffer valve springs to keep up with the cam.
TI Automotive High-Performance Fuel Systems Catalog
TI Automotive, a global supplier of fluid storage, carrying and delivery technology, has announced the availability of its new 68-page high-performance fuel systems catalog. The new catalog can be accessed at the TI Automotive aftermarket website at www.tiautomotive.com/aftermarket, using the download tab.
Magnum Performance Gaskets Announces New Catalog
Magnum Performance Gaskets hit the ground running at last week’s Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show in Indianapolis, introducing its first fully illustrated, full-color catalog dedicated to the performance market, along with its retail-ready visual packaging.
Valvoline Launches TeamValvoline.com
Valvoline, a brand of Ashland Inc., has announced the launch of TeamValvoline.com, a new online resource that provides a one-stop destination for racers, engineers and auto professionals and car enthusiasts to gain access to exclusive content from industry leaders and connect with a community of racers and racing fans.
Melling’s MELL-GEAR Timing Components Catalog
Melling has released a new 2015 catalog for the re-launced MELL-GEAR line of timing components. The re-introduction of MELL-GEAR features 150+ new applications. MELL-GEAR offers a complete line of engine timing for all automotive needs. Everything from chains, sprockets, timing gears, timing chain tensioners, guides and dampers.
Renault Unveils Two-Stroke Twincharged Diesel Two Cylinder
The automotive industry is a strange place sometimes. That said, most of the new engines being released these days follow quite predictable patterns- either ultra-high compression turbodiesel or hybrid gasoline engines. However, Renault has just surprised us yet again. This surprise came in the form of the “Powerful,” two stroke, two cylinder diesel engine that uses twincharging technology to boost efficiency.
Shop Solutions – December 2014
In our shop, we don’t have a dyno or engine test stand. We work on a variety of engines from Chevys to Internationals to Continentals, so no engine start stand would suit everything we do. In an effort to find oil leaks, we have started to “smoke” our engines.
Lining Up Sleeve and Liner Work
Whether their purpose is going to be repairing an OE application or to go all out in the restructuring of the engine block, liners and sleeves have to be able to perform a number of tasks. Here are some tips to help you with their installation:
Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket INA FEAD Kit
The new INA FEAD KIT is now offered by Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket as a complete solution for repairing front-end accessory drives (FEAD). This product addresses the increasing complexity of a system supplying vital vehicle functions with ever-increasing loads.
Taylor Dynamometer Expands its RSL Series Towing Dynos
Taylor Dynamometer has recently expanded its range of RSL Series Towing Dynos; now with models to test compact to full-sized cars, SUVs and light trucks. These models are built with an aluminum frame, sheet metal body and an independent, coil-spring suspension.
Sunoco Race Fuel’s Bill Joyner Receives NASCAR Buddy Shuman Award
Bill Joyner, fuel manager for Sunoco Race Fuel, the “Official fuel of NASCAR,” was presented the prestigious Buddy Shuman Award during the annual NMPA Myers Brothers Awards Luncheon in Las Vegas. Joyner is the 58th recipient of the award, established in memory of early NASCAR Grand National Series driver and technical inspector Louis Grier “Buddy” Shuman.
Five Points to Ponder Prior to PRI
Being an FE Ford fan, and having raced them, and still owning several, “Animal” Jim enjoyed Engine Builder’s article about FE Fords in the April Issue. Jim has been in love with FE’s since his brand new ’63 R code he had when he was 22. In this article he share’s five points prior to the 2014 PRI show.
The Rebirth of the Green Monster
Recently, Tim Arfons brought the sights and sounds of turbine dragsters to an entirely new generation of racers and fans thanks to the life-lessons and hands-on expertise he learned from his father, the legendary Art Arfons. Arfons has painstakingly remade the famous Green Monster front-engine dragster to better-than-new condition and is using it as a high-speed history lesson for today’s drag racing fans.
PRW Industries Valve Covers for Ford FE
PRW Industries, a manufacturer of high performance engine components, has announced three new valve covers for Ford FE applications, model years 1958-’76 and for engines 332, 352, 390-428. The incredible ability to withstand the harsh elements of racing makes these the perfect solution for street rod and racing applications.
Crane Cams Crank Trigger Distributors
Crane Cams has announced the addition of Crank Trigger Distributors to its race billet distributors line. The four new part numbers are equipped with a large diameter, low profile distributor cap. This design helps avoid clearance problems. In addition, the caps are manufactured with solid brass lugs, which enable the transfer of the maximum amount of spark energy.
Behind the Scenes Look at Scat Crankshaft Manufacturing
With over 50 years of manufacturing experience, SCAT Crankshafts proudly produces some of the finest crankshafts in the world. With thousands of race proven wins, SCAT ensures customers receive the highest quality components on the market. In addition, SCAT rods are made from a two-piece chromoly steel forging to ensure maximum strength and durability for small and big block Chevy, Ford, Chrysler, Pontiac, Honda and many more. Visit SCAT at PRI in booth #2125.
