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WIX Filters 75th Anniversary Die Cast Car

WIX Filters, a member of the Affinia Group family of brands, is rolling out a die cast of one of the most recognizable American cars – the 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe – as part of its collectible die cast collection. The collectible is captured in 1:18 scale die cast replica, complete with a custom paint

SCT Holdings Acquires Bully Dog

SCT Holdings (SCT), a software company focused on improving fuel efficiency and increasing performance in vehicles, announced the acquisition of Bully Dog, an automotive calibration solutions provider to the truck aftermarket. The combined company will offer customers with the most effective software solutions to optimize their vehicles’ performance across an unprecedented number of vehicle types. “Combining

7 Tips On Delivering Extraordinary Service

Most shop owners will start pumping more money into their marketing campaigns when they are looking to increase their business. This can help bring new customers into your engine shop, which is certainly important, but the value of your new customers diminishes if you’re unable to keep them coming back. There will be no greater

2014 Marks 5th Annual Holley LS Fest

Holley has announced September 5-7, 2014 are the official dates for the 5th annual Holley LS Fest. Once again Beech Bend Raceway in Bowling Green, Kentucky will host the largest all-LS celebration in the country. 2013 saw record numbers of both participants and spectators and there was already excitement in the air about 2014 being

Penray Total Diesel Fuel System Cleaner

Fuel system contamination is a year-round problem for diesel-powered vehicles, especially in commercial vehicles where down time can be expensive and can even lead to loss of customers. Of special concern in recent years is the presence of black tar-like material in diesel fuel, commonly referred to as asphaltenes. This material can quickly clog fuel filters, fuel injectors and other critical

Crankshafts and Bearings for Street Performance and Racing

The crankshaft and bearings are the foundation of any engine. The type of bearing and crankshaft materials that are used, their strength properties, fatigue resistance and ability to handle high torque loads ultimately determine how durable the engine is and whether it goes the distance or self-destructs.   Most engine builders have strong opinions and

ARP Main Stud Kits

Industry leading fastener manufacturer ARP has recently released a dozen main stud kits for OEM and aftermarket applications, as well as high performance main bolt kits. Notable among these are kits for the new Dart LS Next block, as well as Dart SHP small block Chevy and Ford engines. ARP’s Pro Series studs and bolts

Hooker Headers Builder Series Components

Hooker Headers New Builder Series is designed to help header fabricators build their own custom exhaust systems. For GM LS engines, Hooker offers both 3/8” mild steel and investment cast stainless steel warp-resistant flanges. Proprietary 304 stainless steel merge collector with Hooker’s revolutionary internal attenuation spear is perfect for not only LS engine builders but

Intermotor Parts Car Giveaway

Standard Motor Products (SMP) has announced the Intermotor Parts Car Giveaway, available to professional service technicians, counterpersons, motorists and all import car enthusiasts, is running now through April 15, 2014. The program will award one grand prize winner a 2014 Subaru Impreza WRX, as well as first and second place prizes. “Intermotor is recognized as

Tracking Down the Coyote

Today, restoration projects seem to be at an all-time high. You would have to admit that there is a love for true American iron. True American iron is also becoming rather hard to come by. As Americans, we were always proud of our cars and trucks. The vehicles manufactured by the BIG 3 (Ford, GM,

Honeywell Expects to Launch 100 New Turbos in 2014

Honeywell Turbo Technologies says it expects to launch more than 100 turbocharger applications involving more than 20 new technologies in 2014. These new applications will serve Honeywell’s global customer base with gasoline, diesel, natural gas and hybrid powertrains in both light vehicle passenger and commercial vehicles. Honeywell states it has more than 500 current turbo programs

It Only Takes A Moment To Destroy Your Reputation

You’ve worked hard to earn your business’ good name and the reputation you’ve built in your community. Word of mouth is one of your greatest referral sources. Whether you’ve been in business for months, years or decades, your reputation hangs in the balance. One scathing online review and your sterling reputation could be tarnished at

Diamond Competition Series Pistons

Diamond has announced a line of pistons for the highly ­popular big-block Chevrolet Sportsman racing engines. Known as their Competition Series, they are suitable for most 24- or 26-degree valve angle big-block cylinder heads. As expected, they cater to race engines in several favored classes, ­including Top Dragster, Top Sportsman and ET Bracket. The Competition

History in the Making: 1964 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe

I enjoy history. And I’m guessing that those in the engine performance and rebuilding industry like you have an affinity toward history as well. It could be why many of you are in the business of bringing back to life engines that have accumulated miles of roadway travel on family vacations, or set records on

Mopar GEN3 5.7L HEMI Powers Six Vehicles at 2014 King Of Hammers

Mopar, Chrysler Group LLC’s service, parts and customer-care brand, will be testing its mettle in the southern California desert at the 2014 Griffin King of The Hammers, an event built around what many consider the toughest one-day off-road race in the world that combines desert racing and rock crawling. Organized by the ULTRA4 Racing Series, the week-long

Rottler Manufacturing H70 Series Vertical Honing ­Machine

Rottler Manufacturing’s H70 Series Vertical Honing ­Machines are built for today’s modern engine builder and feature: Windows Touch Screen Operating System; Internet Support & Connectivity; Automated hole-to-hole unattended operation, ­offering 50-70% labor savings; CNC Touch Screen Control – easy ­programming for ­automated operation; Automated Load/Force Control for perfect surface finish and geometry; Automatic Lower Crash

Blower Drive Service Sold to Steven Yetzke’s Belt Drives Ltd.

Blower Drive Service (BDS), the Southern California manufacturer and distributor of superchargers and supercharger components for street driven vehicles, has been acquired by another Southern California company with ties to the industry, Belt Drives Limited (BDL). “I’m proud to announce that my company has come to an agreement with the Railsback family, who have owned BDS since its inception,

Voodoo Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms

The product of extensive testing, these CAD designed and FEA optimized rockers were engineered specifically for high-performance street engines. Constructed from extruded aircraft quality aluminum and CNC machined to precise tolerances, the superfinished surface increases durability and sheds oil. They are lightweight yet strong enough to handle aggressive spring pressures and higher lift cams while

The Michigan Madman Meets The Widowmaker

There seems to be one in every neighborhood. You know – the kid who takes his experimenting a little too far. Growing up, you probably knew that kid – or may even have been that kid. Here is one of those true stories of “the kid” who’s love of machines and inventing got him into

The Snap-on Two-Piece 3/8-inch Drive Impact Swivel Extension Set

The new Snap-on Two-Piece 3/8-inch Drive Impact Swivel Extension Set (202IPFX) gives professional engine builders superior access to fasteners that are difficult to reach straight on, such as transmission bolts, drive line bolts, exhaust manifold bolts and cylinder heads. “Engine builders are always looking for tools with the versatility and increased efficiency of our new 202IPFX