Melling Acquires Performance Springs UK Ltd.
Melling Engine Parts CEO Mark Melling announced the acquisition of Performance Springs UK Ltd. based in Blackpool, England. Performance Springs specializes in design and manufacturing of springs for the automotive and industrial sectors. Recently Performance started supplying Melling its aftermarket needs from its 20,000 sq.-ft. facility. The acquisition brings together two talented teams focused on providing
Goodson Pneumatic Valve Spring Compressor
Goodson Tools & Supplies for Engine Builders has introduced a Pneumatic Valve Spring Compressor that is certified to 1000 pounds of force. This valve spring compressor is lightweight but durable, built of 6061/7075 T-6 aluminum. The two-stage air pump develops up to 1,000 pounds of force on as little as 90 PSI shop air. Two
Intercomp Arbor Valve Spring Tester
The high-leverage handle and billet aluminum frame allow easy rating of large batches of springs, producing up to 1,500 lbs. of force.
Professional Secrets to Selecting Valve Springs
Valve springs play an essential role in controlling the breathing in internal combustion engines. The valves are mechanically opened by a camshaft, with the help of the valve lifters or tappets, and closed by the valve springs. But valve springs perform one of the most the critical functions: lifting the weight of the valve. Valve
Lunati Dual Valve Spring Kits For LS Series Engines
The new Lunati LS Dual Valve Spring Kit features precision wound, heat-set, Signature Series dual valve springs for required seat and open load pressure, plus total spring travel to accommodate cams with aggressive gross valve lifts of up to .660″.
Form, Fit & Function – Valvetrain Components Must Work in Harmony
The upper valvetrain is one of the most critical components in an engine build, so it’s essential you choose the right parts for the application and install them correctly. Here are some suggestions for getting things right: DON’T USE “STANDARD” LENGTH PUSHRODS Many variables can affect the length of the pushrods that are required to
748 HP Big Block Chevy
Some engine builders breakdown a big block chevy engine and discuss its timing, valve springs and more.
DRC Race Products Valve Spring Removal Tool
It is unrealistic to assume race engines will operate reliably without regular inspections. In fact high-powered, high-revving drag racing engines require valve spring pressure checks after each run. At the other end of the spectrum mild-powered race engines often tolerate at least one season of racing and sometimes two or three before a rebuild is
