Antifreeze: The Forgotten Automotive Fluid
Coolant has become a “forgotten fluid” thanks to long life additives that allow antifreeze to last upward of 5 years or 150,000 miles. To many people, that seems like forever – but it isn’t.
CRC / K&W Fiberlock Signs With DIESEL Motorsports As Official Stop Leak Product
K&W is a longstanding name in stop leak products for the automotive industry since the introduction of K&W Permanent Metallic Block Seal in 1938.
Can An Automotive Fuel Problem Be Caused By An Alternator Or Faulty PCM Diode? A Reader Wants To Know
In response to this story by Gary Goms, reader CJ has this question: I have a problem that you may have a answer to. I have a 1995 Ford Explorer Sport 4.0OHV 4×4, that has “poor Mileage”. New s-plugs(iridium),new computer,new MAF,new egr solenoid,new oxy sensors(2 only on this car),DPFE test good,new head gaskets,manifold gaskets, camshaft
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. Introduces Nearly 60 New Part Numbers For A Range Of Applications
The new part numbers include various types of bearings, gaskets, pistons, piston rings, filters and thermostats.
Selling The Right Automotive Aftermarket Engine Hard Parts And Upgrades
Familiarize yourself with the latest engine parts offerings from your suppliers so you don’t miss potential upgrade opportunities when selling engine parts. Your customers will thank you for it!
Dana Invests In High-Bay Aftermarket Warehouse In Germany
The new addition is a multi-million euro investment scheduled for completion in October 2015.
CRP Automotive Expands AJUSA Gasket Program For Popular European Vehicles
New SKUs include valve cover, plenum and intake manifold, and exhaust gaskets.
Engine Parts Last Longer Than Ever Before
Many engine hard parts are not kept in stock but are ordered from a warehouse or distributor as needed. So it’s important to let your customers know that some parts may not be available for immediate delivery.
Rebuilding The 6.6L Duramax Diesel
It was really no surprise, since GM had single-handedly alienated the American buying public against the diesel engine beginning back in the late ’70s and early ’80s with the 5.7L V8 and 4.3L V6 diesel engines that were, let’s just say, “less than stellar.” While there’s no point now in rehashing mistakes of the past,
Radiators: Cooling System Operation
To remove the heat of combustion, the engine’s cylinders are immersed in a coolant mixture that is typically circulated through the engine and radiator by an engine-driven water pump.
