New, Used or Rebuilt? – Where will you find the best next machine for your shop?
Most of you have only known me as the “Goodson Guy” for the last 21 years. But did you know I was also the Sales Manager for Winona Van Norman? Did you know I also worked the Southern California territory as an equipment rep for 5 years? During my time in the streets of Southern
Head and Block Resurfacing Equipment
Regardless of what type of engine work you do in your shop (stock, performance, diesel, marine or anything that comes in the door), you need the ability to surface heads and blocks. Deck surfaces on high mileage heads and blocks are often corroded, pitted, scratched and/or out-of-flat – especially if the engine blew a head gasket or overheated.
Machinist Calc Pro 2
The Machinist Calc Pro 2 provides hundreds of fast, precise machining-specific solutions for face, end and slot milling plus turning, drilling and boring. It also has built-in tables for 20 materials, 6 processes and 3 tools, making it an even more powerful tool for all your speed and feed calculations.
Upgrading Valve and Seat Equipment
If high quality head work is a cornerstone of your business, you should review your current situation to see if an equipment upgrade could improve not only the quality but also the quantity of your work.
The Equipment and Tool Institute Names Greg Potter Executive Manager
The Equipment and Tool Institute has announced that its Board of Directors named Greg Potter as the organization’s next Executive Manager effective November 1, 2014. Potter has been actively involved in ETI since 1985, holding many positions within the organization including three terms on the Board of Directors, President of the ETI Board of Directors from 2004 – 2006, Technical Manager from 1994 -1997, Scan Tool Group Chairman from 2010 to present, as well as serving on various Committees including the Marketing and Program Committees.
Must Have Shop Tools & Measuring Equipment
You can’t do quality work in an automotive machine shop if you don’t have the right tools and measuring equipment. “Must have” tools and equipment include those that are necessary for engine disassembly, for inspecting and measuring engine components, and for engine assembly.
Analog Valve Spring Tester from Goodson
Goodson Tools & Supplies for Engine Builders has introduced a new Analog Valve Spring Tester. The new Analog Valve Spring Tester features: • 600 pound capacity in 10 pound increments • 5” diameter Ashcroft quality analog pressure gauge • Spring platform handles springs up to 2” diameter x 4.5” overall height • Press assembly height
Changing Weather Prompts Changing Workplace Safety Issues
Seasons change every year, and yet each year people seem surprised and suffer losses because of this predictable change. Every business should survey their property to determine what steps can be taken to help prevent wintertime losses. Some items to consider: • Condition of entrances and exits: Are they in good condition or could snow,
