Tech & Tools

HRR Tech Editor Mike Mavrigian Completes Five-Part Dart 427W Engine Build Series

Posted By Ashley Smissen , April 13, 2010

Mavrigian began the build with a 351W Dart block, and gradually increased the displacement to a whopping 427 cid.

HRR Technical Editor Mike Mavrigian has just completed his Dart 427W engine build, and is ready to dyno it! Each step of the project, which Mavrigian began in December 2009, has been documented on the Precision Engine website as part of a five-part series.

MAHLE Clevite, Inc. Introduces Victor Reinz Gaskets e-Learning Course

Posted By Ashley Smissen , April 5, 2010

MAHLE Clevite, Inc. has added a new course on Victor Reinz gaskets to its eLearning curriculum, the company announced. The new course covers the features of Victor Reinz gaskets and offers automotive and engine-rebuilding professionals the necessary tools to master sealing solutions.

Aftermarket Performance EFI Training Guide

Posted By Mike Mavrigian , April 1, 2010

Professional Products' Powerjection III throttle body is shown mounted to the company's Hurricane four-barrel manifold. It mounts exactly like a four-barrel carb.

This article focuses on EFI conversions using aftermarket performance systems when outfitting a previously carbureted engine with EFI. We’ll cover the basics and offer a few tips to help you avoid common EFI problems.

Restorer Profile: Teaching Customers Restoration Basics

Posted By Devlin Smith , March 29, 2010

By offering informative how-to classes to local enthusiasts, Dreamers Rods & Pickups N.W. in Everett, Washington, is attracting new customers and ringing up sales.

Melling Tool Co. to Acquire Rush Metals

Posted By Ashley Smissen , March 16, 2010

Melling Tool Co. has announced a tentative agreement for the purchase of Rush Metals. Rush Metals is a subsidiary of Cloyes Gear and Products, Inc. Final closing is expected to occur in mid-March, said the company.

Q&A With Interior Fabrication Seminar Presenter Mobile Solutions

Posted By Greg Basich , March 3, 2010 2 comments

The workshop takes place 2:30-4:30pm on Saturday, March 13.

The HRR Trade Show will be featuring a new Interior Fabrication training seminar on Saturday, March 13, from 2:30pm- 4:30pm. (Please note the time change!) The seminar will be hosted by Arizona-based company Mobile Solutions.

New Car Detailing Metering System from Meguiar's

Posted By Ashley Smissen , February 22, 2010

Meguiar’s has introduced its new Professional Metering System for use in a professional detailing environment such as, detail shops and body shops. These systems produce metered, accurate dilutions that maximize productivity, minimize waste and reduce labor costs incurred with manual mixing, said the company.

Tracerline's Leak Detection Dye for All Coolants

Posted By Ashley Smissen , January 5, 2010

Tracerline's specially formulated dye is safe to use for both extended-life and conventional coolants.

Tracerline Dye-Lite Clear-Blue fluorescent dye is designed to make it easy for technicians to locate coolant leaks in engine systems.