Engine blocks have changed, so have cylinder honing practices

Engine blocks have changed, so have cylinder honing practices

by | Oct 27, 2014 | Published Stories | 0 comments

Here’s how to apply new procedures and gain power By Alfie Bilk, September 2014: In the past two decades the metallurgy in engine blocks has changed—and not by a small amount. Cylinders are now much harder and with modern honing practices they accommodate rings that are much thinner, lighter, and lower in tension—often with exotic coatings. In addition lubricating oils have been modified significantly to reduce friction and viscosity. All of this has contributed to new power generated by the engine block, but to take advantage of it, new honing procedures have to be adopted. The techniques employed for the past twenty years are rapidly becoming unsustainable. Read the full story courtesy of Street Fords magazine by clicking...
Hooking Up Horsepower with RAM Clutches

Hooking Up Horsepower with RAM Clutches

by | Dec 5, 2013 | Published Stories | 0 comments

Compliments of Maximum Drive magazine: This 2010 Challenger acquired twin turbos and a longer stroke which, when combined, developed 640 RWHP. A 42% increase in power to this 2010 Challenger means one thing: A stronger clutch would be necessary to transmit the power.  Click here to read more about installing a clutch upgrade to the 2010 Dodge Challenger For further information contact: RAM Automotive Company 201 Business Park Blvd. Columbia, SC 29203 Telephone (803) 788-6034...