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1998-2002 Honda 3.2L V6 Camshaft Subgear Preloading

The1998-2002 Honda Passport (3.2L) V6 engine has a “non-interference”design. This means the valves never contact the pistons, even when thevalves or camshafts are not correctly timed, or even if a valve isfully open and its piston is at top dead center (TDC). • The ratio between the camshaft drive gear and the camshaft gears is1.33

Senate ‘Clunker’ Bill Includes SEMA Safeguard for Older Cars and Trucks

TheSpecialty Market Equipment Association (SEMA) says that legislationintroduced in the U.S. Senate to establish a one-year national vehiclescrappage program includes a SEMA provision to prevent cars that are 25years or older from being crushed. The bill was introduced by Sen.Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Sen. Sam Brownback (R-KS) and is otherwiseidentical to legislation recently approved by

Show Your Muscle

Since the dawn of time (well, since the invention of the SECOND automobile), man has been on a quest. A quest to be faster. A quest to be more powerful. A quest to be the best. The true hotrodder uses talent and skill to design, fabricate, analyze and invent in the hopes of rising above

Oil Pump Technology

Oil pressure is something every engine builder worries about. Low oil pressure or a loss of pressure can cause expensive warranty problems and catastrophic engine failures, neither of which is good for your business. Though the “bigger is better” mentality persists, most engines only need about 10 psi of oil pressure for every 1,000 rpm

Customer Service: Good, Bad or Ugly, It

Normally in this space, we talk about high performance and ways you can expand into the performance market in an effort to continue your company’s success. Well, I’m going to change gears just a little bit and talk about customer service. I originally intended to cover another subject, but recent experiences have led to me

What Are The Benefits Of Using API CJ-4 Motor Oil?

It has been about three years since API CJ-4 diesel engine oil was introduced.  In the past when a new API category diesel engine oil was introduced, the previous category was typically discontinued.  Today both API CJ-4 and the previous category API CI-4 PLUS diesel engine oils are available. However, there are many benefits to

SuperFlow Acquires Zoom Technology

In an agreement reached with ZOOM CEO Chris Hansen, SuperFlow will take over all manufacturing, sales/marketing and administrative operations for the Zoom Technology product line, effective immediately. Hansen will also relocate from ZOOM’s New Jersey facility to Des Moines, Iowa to assist in the transition, and to support ZOOM’s existing product line and customer base.

Egge Announces Del Austin as New Sales Director

Egge Machine and Speed Shop is proud to introduce Del Austin as its new Sales Director. Del has many years of automotive aftermarket industry experience at the Jobber, WD, and Manufacturer levels. He has owned and operated both Jobber stores and Machine Shops, and is a hands-on enthusiast. Del has a collection of both pre-war

Legislative Vehicle for Cash for Clunkers Remains Uncertain

Following a May 5 meeting at the White House to discuss the status of climate change legislation, House Democrats announced an agreement on a "Cash for Clunkers" bill. The agreed-upon proposal would provide vouchers to Americans for one year to encourage the purchase of about one million cars and trucks and the destruction of a

Crankshaft Balancing

The first step in understanding crankshaft balancing is to understand the purpose of the counterweights. The counterweights are designed to offset the weight of the rod and pistons. You have the weight of the crankshaft and the pistons and rods. At any point in the assembly’s rotation, the sum of all of the forces are

Executive Interview with Bill Skok, President of Elgin Industries

BillSkok is president of Elgin Industries, a leading global manufacturer oforiginal equipment and replacement engine and chassis products for theautomotive and commercial vehicle markets. Skok joined the company,founded in 1919 by his grandfather, Martin Skok Sr., as governmentsales administrator in 1985 and became vice president of OEM sales in1988. He was named president of the

Selecting Cranks, Rods and Bearings For Your Next Build

Racing engines are made for one thing – speed. But speed is a wide target. It is in the sum of parts that are bolted together to make up the package that speed is delivered to your customer. Engine builders know that one of the biggest areas where races are won and lost is in

Caterpillar, Navistar Announce Global Joint Venture for Commercial Trucks

As the next stepin the alliance announced in June 2008, Caterpillar Inc. and NavistarInternational  have signed a definitive agreement to produceCaterpillar heavy-duty vocational trucks for sale in North America andform a 50/50 joint venture that will pursue global commercial truckopportunities outside of North America. "This joint venture leverages the complementary strengths of two greatcompanies to

The Truth About Valve Springs

Valve springs are one of the most critical and most overlooked components in your engine.Proper selection of the valve spring begins with identifying theapplication and selecting all of the valve train components to achievethe engine builders’ goals. Thespring is selected to complement the system and must be matched withthe entire valve train in order for

Chrysler “A” Block Lifter Bank Angles

The latest version of Chrysler’s “A” engine block features a differentlifter bore angle. This block is commonly called the “R” block. Theangle of the lifter bore is changed to help straighten out thepushrod angle. The standard lifter angle on the “A” engine is 57degrees from vertical. This points the lifter away from the center ofthe

Executive Interview with Vic Edelbrock Jr., President and CEO of the Edelbrock Corp.

From aftermarketNews.com There have been plenty of media reports detailing the struggle in the auto industry today due to the tough economic climate. We haven’t heard much, however, about how this situation is impacting niche suppliers and the performance sector. What are you seeing out there right now?

APRA Announces 21st European Symposium

At the International APRA European Symposium, remanufacturers have the opportunity to engage in vital dialogues on issues that affect their industry. By attending the seminars and the reception they can take advantage of some of the industry’s best networking opportunities to better understand the future of these markets. They will recognize opportunities to improve their

PERA Spring Technical Conference Wrap Up

The Production Engine Remanufacturers Association (PERA) recently held its Spring Technical Meeting at the Hilton Charlotte University Place, Charlotte, NC, March 18-20. Approximately 56 attendees representing 11 production engine remanufacturers (PERs), and 23 manufacturers and other suppliers attended the event. Presentations on Alternative Fuels, Understanding Zinc in Engine Oils and a Comprehensive View of Synthetic

Las Vegas Hotel Discounts Negotiated for AAPEX and SEMA Show

Exhibitorsand buyers will benefit from substantially discounted hotel room rates,the lowest in six years, at nearly all Las Vegas hotels for AutomotiveAftermarket Industry Week 2009, slated for November in Las Vegas.Organizers of the Automotive Aftermarket Product Expo (AAPEX) and theSEMA Show have negotiated rates that are from 25 to 45 percent lowerthan last year. To

Crane Cams To Be Purchased By Scorpion Performance, Holds Job Fair

Scorpion Performance, Inc., a high performance valvetrain parts manufacturer, recently announced that it is in the process of buyingCrane Cams, which closed its doors in February and was scheduled for a liquidation sale in April. Crane Cams has been in business 56 years and is one of the best-known brands in the industry. Scorpion Performance