Precision Engine

PONTIAC 455, PART 3

mike.mavrigian — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:28:35 +0000

Ross Racing Engines’ Tony Lombardi cut the valve reliefs using an end mill and his adjustable piston vise. Build, text and photos by Mike Mavrigian The Pontiac bigblock build (starting with a 455 block and boring/stroking to 501 CID) is progressing. I apologize for the time delay, but this build has been [...]

FREE UPGRADE WITH A1 CARDONE 2T315 TURBOS

mike.mavrigian — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:28:13 +0000

The 2003-2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and Dodge Neon turbochargers have an extremely high O.E. failure rate. This is due in-part to design flaws in the routing of the oil feed line. Due to extreme temperatures the oil feed line gets restricted with a build-up of coked (burnt) oil, effectively starving the turbo for oil. [...]

DEI’S NEW FULL-LINE CATALOG

mike.mavrigian — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:27:49 +0000

Design Engineering, Inc. is the parent company for six innovative performance brands: DEI, Radiator Relief, SPA Turbo USA, Boom Mat, Ny-Trex and CryO2 trusted by street and race enthusiasts and professionals to deliver as promised. Their new and expanded 56 page catalog introduces many new products and provides complete ordering information including part number, product [...]

MAHLE CLEVITE INTROS NEW PART NUMBERS

mike.mavrigian — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:27:25 +0000

MAHLE Clevite Inc. introduced 62 new part numbers in November for various types of bearings, cylinder components, filters, gaskets, piston rings and turbochargers. The part numbers are available for a range of light vehicle and heavy duty applications. New part numbers are available for the following products: Engine Camshaft Bearing Sets; Engine Pistons; Air [...]

GM & FORD CLUTCH ALIGNMENT TOOLS

mike.mavrigian — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:27:06 +0000

Ram Clutches has introduced two new metallic clutch alignment tools for 26-spline GM and Ford applications. Machined from 1040 plain-carbon steel and each with a spline diameter of 1.125in, one alignment tool features a pilot bearing tip to suit GM applications (PN 03-013), the other Ford (PN 03-048). While plastic clutch alignment tools have been [...]

KING INTROS XP BEARINGS FOR SUBARU

mike.mavrigian — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:26:46 +0000

King Engine Bearings, a leader in high performance engine bearings, has introduced new rod and main bearings for Subaru engines in its popular XP Engine Bearings line. The enhanced tri-metal, copper lead construction with nickel barrier of the XP Bearings features King’s proprietary SecureBond advanced adhesion process which provides superior stability between the top [...]

LINGENFELTER ANNOUNCES DEALER PROGRAM

mike.mavrigian — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:26:29 +0000

Lingenfelter Performance Engineering introduces the LPE Parts Dealer Program, a new purchase program for aftermarket performance dealers, distributors and tuners worldwide to carry and sell Lingenfelter branded parts. As part of the program, authorized LPE parts dealers will be able to purchase Lingenfelter developed components at a discounted rate as well as take advantage [...]

LS RETRO BUILD, PART 4

mike.mavrigian — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 21:05:27 +0000

This installment in our LS 5.3L “retro build” covers installation of our hydraulic roller lifters, cylinder heads, pushrods and rocker arms, completing the valvetrain. . Build, text and photos by Mike Mavrigian . CYLINDER HEADS While there’s nothing to complain about with the original casting number 862 aluminum heads (GM P/N 12559862), making them flow [...]

KING BEARING TALK AT IMIS SHOW

mike.mavrigian — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 21:05:10 +0000

King Engine Bearings will present “Race Engine Secrets: Bearing Clearance, Tolerances and Oils” during the upcoming technical seminars at two race industry trade shows. The seminars will be conducted by Ron Sledge, King’s new performance and technical manager. The first seminar will take place at the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show on Friday, December [...]

GOODSON ADDS BRAKE SERVICE EQUIPMENT

mike.mavrigian — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 21:04:57 +0000

Goodson Tools & Supplies for Engine Builders is pleased to announce the acquisition of the assets and product lines of Goodtool Brake Service Tools & Supplies. Goodtool Brake Service Tools & Supplies has been supplying brake service companies with replacement parts, cutting tips, silencers and more for brake lathes since 1996. With the acquisition, Goodtool’s [...]