A New Look at Cooling System Technology
While changes in modern cooling system technology might not be apparent in day-to-day servicing, the fact is that auto manufacturers are continuing to increase fuel economy and power output by changing how the cooling system operates.
Ohio Technical College Opens The Edelbrock Performance Academy
Ohio Technical College (OTC) and Edelbrock LLC last week celebrated the grand opening of The Edelbrock Performance Academy in Cleveland, OH. This new program is designed to give students a solid foundation in the building and tuning of high-performance products.
Getting Stoked to Service the 6.0L Power Stroke
If there were one engine that plagues the mid-size diesel world, you would have to say that it is the 6.0L Power Stroke. The 6.0L came into existence because the EPA demanded tighter emissions laws for diesel engines. Even though the 7.3L was branded as the reliable workhorse for Ford, it would never be able to pass the tighter emissions laws that were going to come into effect for 2004.
Building Ford Strokers: Making the Most of a Windsor
Typically the questions with a stroker are, ‘How big can you make it?’; ‘How big do you want it?’; and ‘How are you going to swing all that mass in there?’ explains John Nijssen, aka Stroker John.
A Conversation with the MAHLE Clevite Champion Technician Winner Dave Arce
MAHLE Clevite recently announced the winner of its Champion Technician Contest that was held in October. After receiving many impressive nominations they announced Dave Arce as the winner during NASCAR Champion’s Week in Las Vegas.
Tech Tip: Dodge/Jeep Engine Misfire at Idle
This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with a 3.7L engine in which the customer may experience occasional engine misfire at idle. The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate for single or multiple cylinder misfire.
Tech Tip: Coolant Leaks, Head Gasket Issues on Toyota 2.2L Engines
Loss of engine coolant has been reported on some Toyota 2.2L 5SFE engines in various amounts. In most cases, there are limited signs of this leakage on the ground directly below the engine compartment after it has set for a long period of time.
Mopar to Highlight Cubic Inches and Horsepower at SEMA
A new 512 CID, V-10 engine with more than 800 horsepower and a new 426 Gen III High Output HEMI crate engine will highlight the Mopar display at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, Nov. 1 – 4 in Las Vegas.
Flexing Rocker Arm Muscle
How a Time Tested Technology Has Provided Proven Performance
Tech Tip: Gaskets from Different Eras Vary Quite a Bit from More Modern Vehicles
When selling engine gaskets, the modern parts professional is often faced with a dizzying array of gasket technologies. The difference in gasket technologies among a ’50s-model pickup truck, a ’60s-vintage, high-compression muscle car and a modern bi-metal or aluminum engine is often quite dramatic.