When You Can’t Buy It, Building It Expands Your Shop Capabilities.
We all get crazy ideas from time to time. Sometimes we see something and that sparks an idea. Other times we’ll have a need and, “necessity being the mother of invention,” we come up with an idea of how to build that special part or tool that would fix the problem. The majority of the
Class 8 Diesel Engines – Built for Speed, Too
Class 8 Diesels Make Great Race Trucks Too, Says Ohio Engine Builder When you think about diesel engine building profit potential you may consider the on-track activities of boosted turbo diesels like the 6.6L Duramax, the 5.9L Cummins or the 6.0L Power Stroke. Impressive engines, and it’s really no surprise to see sub-11 second runs
Power Up Those Engines
Selecting the Correct Power Adder for Your Customer There’s no replacement for displacement,” goes the adage. However, this may no longer true considering the kind of horsepower being pumped out of today’s boosted engines. Whether you’re building engines for stock, performance or a diesel application, chances are you’ll be working with an engine that is
If You’re Not Measuring, You’re Guessing
Today’s tolerances are much closer than they have ever been and that is why exact measurement is necessary. Way back when, we mostly had to deal with three decimal places. Today we’re going out to four decimal places. Why? What has changed?
434 Small Block Chevy Engine
When Lowcountry Racing Engines’ very first customers cracked the block of their 406 engine, shop owner Brandon Judy was quick to lend a hand and step up their engine game with this 434 small block Chevy that’s sure to turn some heads at the local track.
Universal Technical Institute Opens Enrollment at New Bloomfield, NJ Campus
Universal Technical Institute has opened enrollment to prospective students at its new, state-of-the-industry campus in Bloomfield, New Jersey, with classes to begin in the fall. The campus will train students for high-tech, in-demand jobs as skilled automotive and diesel transportation technicians.
Cryogenics is Real and It Works – You Just Can’t See It
Cryogenics is a process in which material such as steel and aluminum are exposed to severe cold, down to -320 degrees F to make them more durable and stabilize the metal or aluminum. The closer you get to absolute zero (-459.67 F) the better, but you better not cross that line of -460 F.
WD-40 Company Searches for Trade Professionals
WD-40 Company is recruiting members in the automotive, construction, farming, maintenance, repair and operations fields to provide input on new WD-40 Brand products and uses, and to learn how to further help users get the job done right.
Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Season Reaches Halfway Point
With the Hot Rodders of Tomorrow Engine Challenge’s seventh event at the Chattanooga Cruise-in in Tennessee on April 14, they have reached the halfway point of the HROT season. At the Cruise-in a total of seven schools from Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee participated, fielding 15 teams, five of which qualified.
Spring Has Sprung – Will Landscape Engines Grow Your Business?
Have you noticed your allergies are acting up? Are the birds chirping a bit louder? Is it getting warmer and greener? Good, it’s not just me. Spring has sprung in the Northern hemisphere and that means people are going to be getting out their lawn and landscape tools.
Safe Cleaning – Are the Concepts Compatible?
The subject of cleaning is never far from the mind of the modern engine builder or machine shop supervisor. Obviously, parts must be as clean as possible so they can be inspected, repaired if possible and reassembled. The subject of SAFE cleaning is a little less definitive, however.
Equipment Options for Your Business
I’ve worked on lots of equipment that was a LOT older than me, and I can tell you there’s a certain satisfaction in taking the helm of a big, heavy machine that you know will still be working hard long after you’re retired.
Centroid Announces its A590 5-Axis Engine Shop Machining Center
A new level of 5-axis CNC machining performance and price point is found in the Centroid A590 5-axis Engine Shop machining center. Create billet blocks and heads and CNC port and blue print Diesel blocks and heads faster than ever before.
Motovicity Unveils Facility Renovations to Improve Workplace Productivity
By investing in its personnel and the environment in which they hone their expertise, Motovicity aims to utilize globally recognized, proactive business practices to improve quality of service, employee retention and ultimately the internal spirit of its brand.
Red Wing Shoe Company Spotlights Diesel Mechanic
Red Wing Shoe Company recently unveiled its Wall of Honor, a monument that features epic stories about skilled laborers and their Red Wing boots, in the honorees’ own words.
Lincoln Electric Opens New Welding Technology & Training Center
Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. held an open house and ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of its new Welding Technology & Training Center in Cleveland.
Edelbrock Names New President/CEO
Industry veteran Don Barry has been named President and CEO of Edelbrock, LLC. Barry joins Edelbrock after most recently serving as the Chief Commercial Officer of ISN, the world’s largest distributor of automotive tools. Prior to ISN, Barry was the President and CEO of The ACCEL Performance Group, which included the ACCEL, Mr. Gasket, and
Junior Hot Rodders Engine Challenge Starts Second Season
The next event will be featured as part of the Hot Rodder of Tomorrow at the Piston Power show in Cleveland, OH March 16-18. Students will be able to demo and be trained on the single cylinder engine.
Innovative Products of America 3-in-1 Diamond Grinding Wheels
Innovative Products of America (IPA) has introduced 3-in-1 Diamond Grinding Wheels available in 2˝ and 3˝ diameters. These wheels are used with high-speed die grinders.
Aeromotive Phantom Returnless EFI Fuel Pump
Aeromotive has announced its new, high performance Phantom Returnless EFI fuel pump and baffle system. The Phantom Returnless has a built in by-pass valve set for 58-PSI of line pressure, eliminating the need for an external regulator and return line from the engine.
