Technicians Can Earn Cash Debit Cards by Installing Walker Converters this Fall
Tenneco Inc. will offer prepaid debit cards valued at up to $60 to qualifying automotive service professionals who install select premium exhaust products this fall. Available September 1 through October 31, 2010 to members of the Tenneco Expert Plus dealer loyalty program, the Walker “Smart Choice” promotion will offer debit cards valued at $15, $30, $45 or $60 for qualifying sales of Walker premium exhaust products.
Maremont Releases Supreme Performance Catalog
The Supreme Performance catalog from Maremont includes everything needed for easy exhaust installation for the professional installer.
Tech Feature: Taking it to the Streets
We have all seen in our industry that a “streetable” racing engine or a “raceable” street engine appeals to a broad spectrum of potential engine buyers because of its flexibility. Yet, everyday street driving is not the same thing as serious drag racing.
Cataclean Adding Distributors in the U.S.
An innovative new product called Cataclean is fast becoming the “it” chemical for many professionals to address carbon buildup problems that occur as a result of unburned gasoline or diesel during the combustion cycle, changing the way technicians look at chemicals as a tool to better service their customers and keep them coming back.
Thieves Targeting Catalytic Converters in Wal-Mart Parking Lot [VIDEO]
Police in Atlanta, GA, say thieves have targeted vehicles parked in a Wal-Mart parking lot several times during the past month. With the right saw, it only takes the thieves a minute or two steal a catalytic converter.
CORSA Announces Free Exhaust Plate with C5 or C6 Exhaust System Purchase
CORSA is offering the stainless steel exhaust plate, which is laser etched with the company’s logo, to enthusiasts who purchase a new C5 or C6 Corvette exhaust system from authorized CORSA Performance Dealers between now and August 1, 2010.
2010 Walker Emissions Control Catalog Features Hundreds of New Parts for Domestic and Foreign-Nameplate Models
Among the new parts highlighted in the 2010 Walker catalog are more than 50 additional direct-fit Walker Ultra OBD II catalytic converters, dozens of CalCat converters for the California market, 21 manifold converters, 46 additional Quiet-Flow SS stainless steel mufflers, and nearly 80 new pipe SKUs.
Tech Feature: Lack of Power Leads to Exhaust Restriction Analysis
In the early days of carburetors and mechanical fuel pumps, most lack-of-power complaints stemmed from vapor locking on the fuel pump or the fuel filter clogging. But that’s becoming the exception rather than the rule.
Nearly 250 Catalytic Converters Stolen from Litchfield, CT, Business
Jeffrey Dinwell told a reporter from WFSB-TV Channel 3 that someone broke into Ding’s Auto Salvage Yard this past weekend and stole nearly 250 catalytic converters. The catalytic converters were locked in a storage container, but that didn’t deter the thieves.
DynoMax Sponsors Exciting XORRA Series for 2010 Season
DynoMax Performance Exhaust, a leader in the performance exhaust market, has announced its sponsorship of the exciting Xtreme Off-Road Race Association (XORRA). Rancho, a sister brand to DynoMax, has also extended sponsorship for its sixth consecutive year.
Tech Tip: Ticking or Knocking Noise Coming from Some Ford Catalytic Converters
Some 1997-2003 F-150 vehicles equipped with any engine, and 1997-1998 F-250 LD vehicles equipped with the 5.4L engine, may exhibit a ticking or knocking noise coming from the catalytic converters.
Tech Tip: GM Mass Air Flow Sensor Failure
Instances of repeated Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor failure on General Motors applications utilizing the remote-mounted Delco unit can often be traced to an engine back-fire condition. The sudden intake pressure buildup can induce cracking of the heated element resulting in MAF sensor failure.