Shell Ecobox Efficiently Delivers Oil to Engines; Significantly Reduces Plastic Waste
Recently at the Michelin Challenge Bibendum 2010, Shell Lubricants announced that it offers an innovative product called Ecobox, an alternative to traditional plastic packaging for motor oil.
Tech Tip: Oil Leak From Bell Housing/Torque Converter on Hyundai Models
Some transaxles may experience an oil leak in the bellhousing behind the torque converter. If this occurs, the oil leak will be observed at the drain hole on the lower surface of the transaxle.
Joe Gibbs Driven Introduces High Zinc – Conventional Oil for Classic Cars and Historic Racers
Joe Gibbs Driven now offers its High Zinc formula Hot Rod Oil in both conventional and synthetic versions. Joe Gibbs Driven Hot Rod oil delivers outstanding cam wear protection as well as unique storage protection for Street Rods, Restorations and Vintage racers.
AMSOIL Features Six New Products at SEMA 2009
Here is a quick overview of AMSOIL’s six new products to be featured in this year’s New Product Showcase.
JohnDow Industries Goes ‘Green’ With New Antifreeze Drain Caddy
The 22-gallon Portable Poly Antifreeze Drain is made of virtually indestructible high-impact polyethylene and is designed for the high-volume automotive service facility.
Tech Feature: Oil Pump Technology
Oil pressure is something every engine builder worries about. Low oil pressure or a loss of pressure can cause expensive warranty problems and catastrophic engine failures, neither of which is good for your business. Though the “bigger is better” mentality persists, most engines only need about 10 psi of oil pressure for every 1,000 rpm of engine speed.
Purolator Oil and Air Filters Become ‘Classic’
Purolator, the inventor of the oil filter in 1923, has announced that its standard line of Purolator oil and air filters will now be marketed as Purolator Classic. This branding will be added to packaging, sales and marketing brochures, website and other Purolator promotional materials.
FRAM Introduces All-New FRAM Wearguard TRT Oil Filter for Heavy-Duty Vehicles
FRAM this week has introduced the new FRAM Wearguard Time Release Technology (TRTTM) oil filter for fleet vehicles, which is designed to slow oil degradation in modern diesel engines. The new filter was specially designed to help heavy-duty fleets extend oil-change intervals and reduce fleet maintenance costs.
AMSOIL Introduces Fuel Efficient, Extended Life Synthetic 5W-40 Premium Diesel Oil
AMSOIL INC. of Superior, WI recently upgraded its Premium API CJ-4 Synthetic 5W-40 Diesel Oil for extended service life highlighting documented fuel efficiency benefits. This premium diesel oil for model year 2007 and newer heavy-duty and pickup truck diesel engines requiring API CJ-4 emission quality oil standards delivers extraordinary lubrication in diesel engines found in commercial, fleet and personal vehicles.
Tech Feature: Racing Oil and Additives
Engine oil has sometimes been compared to a cake mix. The base oil is like the flour and the additives are the spices. How much is used of each varies by the type of cake and its intended use. Birthday cakes don’t really work for weddings. Engine builders have also been compared to gourmet chefs, so naturally, you like your cake a little more than the average cake connoisseur. A good cake is hard to beat, but a bad one will leave you feeling empty, looking for a jug of milk to wash away the taste.