New AMSOIL SAE 30 Break‐In Oil allows quick and efficient piston ring seating and protection for new and rebuilt engines. Cam lobes, lifters and rockers are protected by anti‐wear additives during the critical break‐in period when wear rates are the highest. In addition, increased film strength protects rod and main bearings from damage.
New Trend tool steel solid tappet for Ford-engine circle track and drag race cars Trend now offers a new, lightweight tool steel solid tappet for Ford engines. Designed for circle track and drag racing, it is ideal for both professional and Sportsman competition. For use with alloy steel and tool steel camshafts, the new [...]
VOODOO TO THE RESCUE Over the past few decades motor oils have been reformulated to meet the specific needs of late model engines and the always tightening Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) restrictions on emissions. This is great for late model engines with hydraulic roller lifters, but very bad for anyone with an early model, [...]
CHOOSING THE RIGHT OIL FOR FLAT TAPPET CAM BREAK-IN All oils are not created equal. by Mike Mavrigian photos by author Avoiding flat tappet cam failure can be as simple as using the correct oil during break-in. Chances are you’ve run into this problem first-hand, or know a builder who has shared his horror stories. [...]
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