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New GM 6.6L V8 L8T Gas Engine

Features best-in-class standard torque, direct injection and variable valve timing, as well as a cast iron engine block for durability.By Dave Hagen The General Motors 6.6L V8 L8T gasoline engine is currently available in the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado HD and…

Applied Nano Surfaces

It’s all about friction By David Chobany Sunnen Products recently announced a partnership with Applied Nano Surfaces (ANS) to advance friction and wear reduction technology. Sunnen and Sweden’s Applied Nano Surfaces (ANS) have entered into a joint market development agreement…

Turbocharger Balancing

An absolutely critical aspect of turbo service By Mike Mavrigian Crankshaft balancing is vital to obtain smooth engine performance and the elimination of detrimental harmonics that can not only reduce performance output but can cause premature wear to engine bearings,…

Thrusted Into Success

By Chuck Lynch Engine builders know that crankshaft end play is an important measurement that must be strictly adhered to, but do we understand what other parameters impact the performance and longevity of the thrust bearing? The measurement of crankshaft…