Herman Trend Alert: Small Businesses Will Likely Lead the Recovery
Previous Herman Trend Alerts have stated that most job creation occursin small- and medium-size businesses. While we have witnessed recentwidespread job losses, small business’ historic net job creation willmake it a key player in our economic recovery. Not surprisingly, manypeople who have not been able to find employment have chosen to go intobusiness for themselves.
EngINtel: Recycled Coolant
There isn’t one of us who has not been affected or knows someone who has been affected by the economic crisis, downturn, recession or whatever catch phrase is being used this week in an effort to try and keep us from focusing on one reality that we all are aware of – the cupboards are
EFI Introduction 101
EFI has become the tool that has unlocked the next level of engine performance. Nowhere is it more evident than in drag racing, where EFI has taken over where the rules permit. Take Joe Dunn’s Pat Musi-powered ’68 Camaro that just rocked the competition with a 6.38 @ 218 mph pass. Its 755 cid big-block
Ten ‘Must-have’ Features of a Shop Website
Research conducted among our readership indicates that only about half of you have a shop website. For those of you who haven’t unleashed the power of the Internet as ashop tool, what are you waiting for? You already know that it’s aneasy, fast way to find the information and answers you need to help youdo
Installing Alignment Pins in VW W8 Intake Manifolds
Engine damage from intake manifold alignment pin entering engine cylinder. The upper and lower intake manifolds, and gasket are aligned using two steel dowel pins -A- in positions shown. If care is not taken to ensure these pins are in place when removing and installing the upper intake manifold, the alignment pin(s) may fall (unnoticed)
Coolant Leak Leads to Unnecessary Pump Replacement
Affected Vehicles/Engines: 1993-2003 Dodge trucks and Jeeps, 3.9L V6, 5.2L & 5.9L V8. Condition: Acoolant leak from a source above the water pump or from an improperlyinstalled bypass tube on the water pump itself will cause coolant topool on top of the timing cover. This coolant then rolls across thefront of the pump and behind
Paul ‘Scooter’ Brothers Elected SEMA Chairman-Elect
Paul ‘Scooter’ Brothers of COMP Performance Group will serve as chairman-elect of the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) beginning Aug. 1. Members of the 46-year old association voted Brothers to fill the position that was held for the past two years by Rick Rollins of Rollins Performance Marketing/Consulting. Rollins begins his role as of chairman on
CFM Rules
CFM and Carburetors: Carburetors are rated by CFM (cubicfeet per minute) capacity. 4V carburetors are rated at 1.5 inches (Hg)of pressure drop (manifold vacuum) and 2V carburetors at 3 inches (Hg).Rule: For maximum performance, select a carburetor that is rated higherthan the engine CFM requirement. Use 110% to 130% higher onsingle-plane manifolds. Example: If the
Big R Show Features Training Workshops from RIT
The Rochester Institute of Technology’s National Center for Remanufacturing, Resource Recovery will be presenting four training workshops during the Automotive Parts Remanufacturers Association’s (APRA) International Big R Show in Las Vegas on October 31 November 2, 2009. Automotive parts remanufacturing is becoming more competitive every year. Progressive remanufactures are always looking for new ways
EPA Confirms Aftermarket Right to Service Heavy Duty Vehicles
The Automotive Parts Remanufacturers Association (APRA) recently announced that it had received confirmation from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that nothing in EPA’s rule requiring On-Board-Diagnostics (OBD) systems for heavy duty applications was intended to prevent aftermarket facilities from servicing heavy duty vehicles and engines. APRA had questioned EPA about certain language in
Jasper Unveils New Corporate Website
Jasper Engines & Transmissions has unveiled its new and improved corporate Web site, www.jasperengines.com. The site features a fresh new look and feel with cutting-edgetechnology. Newly-designed flash content and streaming video add depthand entertainment to provide the user with information in order to makean informative decision about Jasper products. Newly released corporatevideos are available for
R2C Performance To Reward Deery Series Winners
New IMCA sponsor R2C Performance Products has signed on to give contingency awards at each event in the Deery Brothers Summer Series, as well as at the conclusion of the 23rd annual tour for Late Models. Feature winners will receive $100 in cash if they raced with an R2C-manufactured 14-inch Round High Performance Competition Series
ZF and ISE Corp. Partner to Supply Electric Hybrid Drive Systems and Components to the North American Market
ZFFriedrichshafen (ZF) and ISE Corp., a manufacturer of hybrid propulsionsystems and components for heavy duty vehicles, have announced plans tocollaborate on the development and supply of a complete line ofparallel-electric hybrid drive systems and components for the NorthAmerican vehicle markets. ZF and ISE have signed an agreement that outlines plans for an intendedstrategic collaboration and
PERA Announces its Conference Schedule
PERA has released its schedule for the 64th Annual Conference which includes an assortment of professional and technical seminars will be held along with a wide range of social and networking opportunities for engine remanufacturers and their spouses. Thursday, September 24 Golf Outing: Breakfast 7:45 am. Tee off 8:30 am Tour (Historic Trolley Tour &
Winning the Business Championship, Made Easy
Several years ago, a friend of mine, who had just retired from Indy Carracing asked me to give a dinner presentation to a group of young racedrivers. "Tell them what you learned as a business executive that canhelp them mount a successful racing effort," my friend requested. As Ithought about it, I realized that while
Straight Plug vs. Angle Plug heads?
Some people think that angle plug heads produce more power than straight plug heads. This common misconception is not true! In reality, the ONLY benefit to angled plug heads is to provide more spark plug boot clearance with some header designs. The idea of these designs producing more power came from some early angle designs
Why Buying That New Machine Is The Right Thing To Do Right Now
Why am I saying to upgrade and buy now? Well, I’ll tell you why: because if your equipment is behind the times it can’t create the tolerances that today’s engines require. So why now? After all, the market is in decline, business is off, times are really tough, right? Blah, blah, blah! Yes, the market
Savannah, GA to Host 64th Annual PERA Conference
Since 1733, Savannah, GA, has been welcoming visitors with genuine Southern hospitality. This fall, the Production Engine Remanufacturers Association will join Bagger Vance, Max Cady and Forrest Gump as visitors to this beautiful city for the 64th Annual PERA Fall Conference, September 24-26. The conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency Savannah on the
APRA Launches ‘In It to Win It’ Campaign
TheAutomotive Parts Remanufacturers Association (APRA) has launched acampaign to promote the 2009 International BIG R Show to potentialexhibitors and attendees. The 2009 International Big R Show will takeplace Oct. 31 Nov. 2 in Las Vegas. The BIG R Show will be co-located at The Riviera Hotel & Casinowith ATRA’s Powertrain Expo. Both shows take
Takin
Law enforcement and advocacy groups have long sought safe alternatives to illegal street racing that plagues South Florida roadways. To combat this dangerous activity, Homestead-Miami Speedway is proud to announce the development of the “Test & Tune” experience, whereby car enthusiasts can test and tune their street-legal vehicles on a 1/8-mile course. The Grand Opening