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USED OIL ANALYSIS
May 10, 2018 | DISASSEMBLY & CLEANING
USED OIL ANALYSIS For best results: Take sample within 10 minutes of using the equipment. (i.e. shutting off the engine or coming off the track) If this is not possible, drain 1 quart of fluid into a quart or larger container, shake for 1 minute before filling the...
REAR MAIN PAIN
May 2, 2018 | GASKETS & SEALING
REAR MAIN PAIN We are still getting lots of calls on rear main seal leaks on LS engines after rebuilds. We suggest engine builders install the rear seal with the lip facing the crankshaft, like all other engines, regardless of installation instructions. This change in...
PISTON CLAMP
May 2, 2018 | PISTONS & RINGS
PISTON CLAMP Eliminating the movement of the parts when installing or removing Spirolox type retaining rings makes the job easier. This device, simply made, stabilizes the assembly and/or removal. Instead of clamping a connecting rod in a vise and trying to steady...
GM AFM VLOM
May 1, 2018 | CAMSHAFTS & VALVE TRAIN
GM AFM VLOM The GM Active Fuel Management, or AFM Engines in 2005-2014 5.3L and 6.0L Passenger Cars, Trucks and SUVs are prone to lifter failures. These lifters are expensive and labor intensive to replace. As is common with lifter failures, the lifter usually gets...
A BIT OF KNOWLEDGE
Apr 20, 2018 | TOOLING
A BIT OF KNOWLEDGE Three tips to make your drill bits last longer.1. choose the right bit. A black oxide coated bit helps reduce friction and increase chip flow but shouldn’t be used on nonferrous materials. TiN is a titanium nitride with a gold color that can run...
SUBARU HEAD GASKET TECH
Apr 12, 2018 | GASKETS & SEALING
SUBARU HEAD GASKET TECH The EJ series 2.5l boxer engine has been powering many Subaru vehicles since 1996. With many different variations, they all share the potential for developing head gasket leaks. O.E.M. gaskets were composite or early generation MLS designs,...

