Federal-Mogul Reports Solid Sales Despite Global Economic Downturn
Federal-Mogul has reported solid year-over-year results with third quartersales of $1,692 million, gross margin of $279 million, pre-tax earnings of $22million and net income of $4 million. Cash flow in the third quarter 2008improved to $25 million versus a negative cash flow of $(114) million in thesame period of 2007. Thecompany said these sales and
Egge Machine Hires Tony Colombini as Marketing Director
Egge Machine, the “Obsolete Engine Parts” manufacturer/supplier has hired brand strategist and automotive enthusiast Tony Colombini as Marketing Director. Colombini will pull from his vast experience to share the quality and history of the Egge Brand in the emerging antique, classic, performance and traditional hot rod markets in a variety of mediums. “People don’t
Showpower 2009 to Include Jasper Tour and Seminar
Shop operators and technicians participating in Showpower 2009 will have an opportunity to tour a Jasper Engines and Transmissions remanufacturing facility and take part in a specialized technical and sales seminar. Showpower, Transmission/Undercar Expo, is set for March 26-28, 2009, at the Kentucky International Convention Center in Louisville, KY. Showpower Coordinator Michelle Dickemann said the
Education Session Scheduled for AAPEX 2008
AAPEX attendees will learn what to expect in the next three to five years in the vehicle market and how to prepare for our rapidly changing industry, during an educational program presented by Mark Seng and David Goebel, R. L. Polk & Co., entitled, "The New Change in the Vehicle Market – What Does It
What’s Rockin’ In Performance Rocker Arms and Valve Springs
Horsepower is in the heads. But for a cylinder head to breathe efficiently, the valvetrain must be rigid and strong to minimize flex, but also lightweight. For most performance applications, that means replacing the stock rocker arms, valve springs and pushrods with some type of aftermarket roller rocker arms, stiffer valve springs and stronger pushrods.
Understanding Valve Design and Alloys
To the naked eye, a valve is a valve is a valve. Sure, there may be two, three, four or more of them in the cylinder head, but unless you have x-ray eyes, one alloy looks pretty much the same as another. The importance of coatings to today’s valves should not be overlooked, of course.
Takin’ it to the Streets: Performance Valvetrains for [almost] Everyday Use
Even though the valvetain plays a supporting role in the overall performance potential of an engine it can still be a make or – frequently – break proposition for engine builders. In a street performance application in particular your customers are usually quite proud of their vehicles and spend a lot of money on appearance.
Scheid Diesel Silverline Dragster Rail Sets National Record
The Scheid Diesel Silverline diesel dragster made history at the Muncie Dragway, October 18, 2008 in Muncie, IN, and is now the official DHRA National Record holder for the fastest diesel powered vehicle in the quarter-mile. Scheid Diesel Silverline™ Race Team driver Bo Layne made the diesel record-breaking quarter-mile run of 6.908 seconds at
SodaBlast Systems Expands Into Russia
MMLJ, manufacturer of SodaBlast Systems, has announced its expansion into Russia. The explosion of popularity for this green cleaning system has created an international demand for SodaBlast Systems, according to the company. Benny LeCompte, vice-president of SodaBlast Systems, says: “We are excited about the future for SodaBlast systems based on a global call for greener
Polk Introduces New Vehicle Statistics Reports for the Automotive Aftermarket
R. L. Polk& Co. has announced the launch of its New Vehicle Statistics reports forthe automotive aftermarket. The New Vehicle Statistics reports are available ona monthly basis to help provide faster clarity to developing market situations,enabling aftermarket-related companies to make business decisions more efficiently. Now availableto the aftermarket, Polk has provided this information to Original
MAHLE Motorsport Introduces New Website
MAHLEMotorsport, a division of piston manufacturer MAHLE, has launched a newwebsite. The newsite — http://www.mahlemotorsports.com— features a complete downloadable catalog of MAHLE pistons, piston rings andengine components filled with in-depth product information. Accordingto the company, the new easy to navigate site offers intuitive techinformation, downloadable assembly instructions as well as distributorlocations for easy purchasing. Comingsoon
HD Remanufacturing Summit
The Heavy Duty Remanufacturing Group Summit ’09 in Orlando, Florida on February 16 will feature an outlook for the reman business by Bruce Plaxton, veteran industry observer and analyst. Bruce is President of BGP Marketing Solutions in Schaumburg, IL, a consulting practice with a focus on mobile capital goods. Plaxton has been an advisor to
10 Ideas To Increase Customer Loyalty
A solid customer base is not something that grows overnight. It takestime to cultivate a database of customers who return for servicetime and time again, and who also recommend your shop to others.Several factors work together to enable you to earn their trust andrespect, which translates into satisfied customers and highly soughtafter repeat business. Things
Online Registration Now Open for HDAW ’09
Onlineregistration officially opened on Oct. 1 for the 2009 Heavy Duty AftermarketWeek (HDAW), scheduled for Feb. 16-19, 2009 at the Rosen Centre Hotel &Resort and Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. HDAW isthe largest North American gathering of the independent heavy duty industry. Morethan 1,800 managers and executives from 17 countries including distributors,manufacturers, service
Nine Earn 2008 IMCA National Championships
IMCA crowns its biggest national championship class this season, with six more drivers racing to first-ever top titles in 2008. P.J. Egbert of Copperas Cove, TX, topped the IMCA Modified standings, Rod Snellenberger of Pulaski, WI, was first in IMCA Sunoco Stock Car points and Shannon Anderson of Atlantic led the way in the IMCA
K-Line Signs Service Tool Agreement with Caterpillar
K-Line Industries Inc, located in Holland, MI, says it has signed a multi-year agreement with Caterpillar, Inc. of Peoria, IL. K-Line will provide engineering and manufacturing services for the design and manufacture of special service tools used by Caterpillar Dealers to service Caterpillar equipment. K-Line has been a supplier to Caterpillar for over 30 years.
Hastings Releases 2009 Master Piston Ring Catalog
Hastings Manufacturing Co. hasannounced the release of its new 2009 Master Piston Ring Catalog.Featuring the broadest offering of piston ring applications availableto the engine aftermarket, the Hastings 2009 Catalog includes stock oiland compression piston rings for virtually every engine type, includingcars, trucks, motorcycles, agriculture, compressors, marine andperformance racing—gasoline or diesel—domestic and international. Hastings 2009 Master
Oil Pumps
It’s 6,000 rpm – do you know what your oil pressure is? That’s a question every engine builder should know the answer to if they’re building an engine that’s going to survive. Maintaining adequate oil pressure and volume is absolutely essential for engine durability. The problem is the output of many stock oil pumps, particularly
Kicking Asphalt
In this election year it somehow seems appropriate to talk about a movement that reaches the common citizen…the working man…the small-business person. Political rhetoric aside, it has the potential to gain traction in the industry and showcase what’s great about America – grassroots road racing. There are no multi-million dollar sponsorships (multi-million dollar wallets not