Miller to Give Away the Ultimate Weldshop, Valued at More than $17,000
Miller Electric Mfg. Co. is giving away an Ultimate Weldshop valued at more than $17,000. The Ultimate Weldshop Giveaway includes a welder/generator, welding and plasma cutting power sources, auto-darkening helmet, safety gear, welding accessories and personalized expert training. The Ultimate Weldshop Giveaway runs October 1 through December 31, 2007.
Miller’s Plasma Cutting Guide Eases Equipment Selection
Miller Electric Mfg. Co. has introduced its new Plasma Cutting Guide to help end-users with equipment selection and to discuss the advantages of plasma cutting versus traditional metal cutting methods. The eight-page Plasma Cutting Guide also includes basic instructions on plasma cutting, information about equipment operation and plasma safety guidelines.
Stride Tool Introduces Imperial Ratcheting Tube Cutter
Stride Tool Inc. has introduced the Imperial TC-1050RH Ratcheting Mini Tube Cutter, a unique tool in which the tube cutter can be removed from the ratcheting handle. The ratcheting tube cutter is designed for 1/8-inch to 5/8-inch outside diameter tubing, and has a minimal clearance radius of 1-1/4 inches.
Tech Tip: Kia Sephia Start Motor Fails to Engage/Blows Fuse
Some 1998 Sephia models produced before May 7, 1998 (A/T equipped vehicles) or May 2, 1998 (M/T equipped vehicles) may intermittently experience a condition where the starter motor fails to engage and blows the 15-amp start fuse. This condition is usually worse when the outside air temperature is high.
Tech Tip: Top-Notch Design is Key When Selecting New Filters
Veteran auto mechanics will remember the days of oil-bath air filters, cartridge-type oil filters and sediment-bowl fuel filters. While these early-design filters would work well under a narrow range of circumstances, most were woefully inefficient and inadequate in the long term. All were subject to careless installation and dirt contamination during servicing.
Jasper Adopts Computer-Controlled Valve Seat Forming
Jasper Engines and Transmissions has adopted a computer-controlled, single point machine generated concept in its cylinder head valve seat machining process.
Kia Tech Tip: Start Motor Fails to Engage/Blows Fuse
Some 1998 Sephia models produced before May 7, 1998 (A/T equipped vehicles) or May 2, 1998 (M/T equipped vehicles) may intermittently experience a condition where the starter motor fails to engage and blows the 15-amp start fuse. This condition is usually worse when the outside air temperature is high.
Hobart Offers $40 Rebate on Handler 125 EZ Wire Welder
With a $40 manufacturer’s rebate and an estimated retail price around $400 before rebate, it’s easier than ever to own the Hobart Handler 125 EZ industrial-grade flux cored wire welder. Featuring a single control knob, the Handler 125 EZ enables someone with little or no welding experience to start producing good welds with minimal practice.
Carley’s Corner: Smoother Surface Finishes for Today’s Engines
As engine technology continues to advance, so do the surface finish requirements for many of today’s gaskets. Some engines today require an almost mirror-like finish on the cylinder head and block deck surfaces to seal the head gasket – which means many machine shops may need to upgrade their surfacing equipment to achieve the smoother