While harsh winter weather will keep some folks indoors, owners of four-wheel drive vehicles will head out to plow, tow or go off-road for the favorite snowy and icy pursuits. All this work and fun can put plenty of stress on transfer cases, which means it’s time to evaluate quality replacement parts to get your […]
In 2017, GM brought back a legend, the Gen III 6.0L reman. For 2018, GM made the big-bore v8 tougher than ever and added CNG and LPG capability. The latest 6.0L reman (P/N 19356406), available now, arrives with hardened valve seats and stiffer valve springs for greater strength and durability. It also features GM’s option […]
Super strong and durable adhesives are increasingly a part of repairs for collision and mechanical work. For these adhesives to do their job, they must be applied correctly. That means repairers must gain a thorough understanding of how these adhesives work and then stick to the recommended application process. ACDelco threadlocker (Genuine GM Parts #19369733) […]
GM announces that two 8-speed remanufactured transmissions will hit the market at year’s end. Beginning in December, reman versions of the model year 2018 8L45E and 8L90E 8-speeds will become available for select vehicle applications. Both transmissions come with all the advantages of GM remanufacturing process: • Efficient clutch-to-clutch shifting • Plug and play design engineered […]
GM transmissions continue to evolve to meet vehicle needs. When great years for automobiles (think ’57 Chevy and the Muscle Car era) are discussed, model year 1940 doesn’t stand out. It probably should. That was the year Oldsmobile began placing HydraMatic transmissions in its vehicles. The HydraMatic was the first true, high production fully automatic […]
Consistency and added protection were the goals in updates to limited warranties for most Genuine GM Parts and ACDelco Parts. Effective April 1, 2018 most GGMP and ACDelco Parts will offer identical warranties with upgraded coverage. Dale Tripp, GM aftermarket manager for engineering, quality, training, quality and brand protection, explains the changes. “We made the two […]
Have a taste for adding more high-quality OE parts to your work? R.O. Writer has just put them on the menu for every repair. In August 2018, R.O. Writer, maker of some of the most popular shop management tools in the market, rolled out a new product version that adds the ability to order OE […]
The Automatic Transmission Rebuilders Associate (ATRA) Powertrain Expo found a new home with some new neighbors in 2018. ATRA returned to Las Vegas but moved to Bally’s Hotel and Casino while setting up shop from Oct. 31 – Nov. 3, a notable departure from the previous years’ early summer schedule. The reason behind the change: […]
Imagine taking a seat at the track and watching a new Camaro hit the quarter mile in an estimated 9 seconds with an engine generating the equivalent of nearly 700 horsepower and 600 lb.-ft. of torque. Imagine being blown out of your seat discovering that engine was powered by electricity. This is the 2019 eCOPO […]
Diagnostics and repair insights provided by ACDelco/GM Parts Training Specialist, James Rokitski Are your customers having issues with misfires, a ticking noise or an SES light that has turned on in a GM vehicle? GM specialists say the problem could be related to a collapsed or stuck Active Fuel Management (AFM) lifter. Correctly diagnosing potential AFM […]
Use manufacturer instructions to install GM’s new line of camshaft position actuator solenoids It’s always good news when GM releases a new line of parts since repairers everywhere have access to more quality manufacturer parts with factory warranties. This is certainly the case with the introduction of new variable valve timing (VVT) intake and exhaust […]
The way jargon, abbreviations and acronyms get tossed around in technical discussions, it’s easy to talk about things without truly understanding them. Take transmission components. There’s plenty of talk about TCM (Transmission Control Module) and TEHCM (Transmission Electro-Hydraulic Control Module), but what is the significance of each and the key differences? Simple answer: They’re actually […]
Chevrolet Performance has just cut the MSRP on three of its most powerful small-block V-8 engines by thousands of dollars. Making this deal even more attractive, the price reductions are permanent. Now is a good time to put the following engines on your next performance shopping list. LS7 Engine (P/N 19329246) Probably best remembered as […]
Things of real value never go out of style. That includes old friendships, good neighbors and loyalty. In 2019, GM gives a special nod to loyalty with a new program aimed at rewarding independent installers whenever and wherever they purchase any replacement parts from GM. Dubbed my GM Partner Perks, the new program will effectively […]
Following 20 years of service, the Duramax 6.6L engine is finally coming to market with a machined block offering. The brand-new Duramax machined block will join the full range of original equipment service parts available from Chevrolet Performance. The Duramax block (P/N 12651877) is based on the one used with 2010– 2017 LML and LGH-code production […]
Customers looking to boost vehicle performance are also getting a boost to their Genuine GM Rewards thanks to an expansion of the Rewards Program that now encompasses Chevrolet Performance assemblies. Each Genuine GM Rewards point converts into buying power, making each 50 reward points redeemable for gift cards, electronics, travel and even towards the purchase […]
PREPARE FOR THE COLD TIMES WITH GM’S LATEST TRANSFER CASES
While harsh winter weather will keep some folks indoors, owners of four-wheel drive vehicles will head out to plow, tow or go off-road for the favorite snowy and icy pursuits. All this work and fun can put plenty of stress on transfer cases, which means it’s time to evaluate quality replacement parts to get your […]
REMAN 6.0L ENGINE – NOW AVAILABLE WITH CNG/LPG CYLINDER HEAD OPTION
In 2017, GM brought back a legend, the Gen III 6.0L reman. For 2018, GM made the big-bore v8 tougher than ever and added CNG and LPG capability. The latest 6.0L reman (P/N 19356406), available now, arrives with hardened valve seats and stiffer valve springs for greater strength and durability. It also features GM’s option […]
Better Bonds – Use thread locker adhesives properly to perform lasting repairs
Super strong and durable adhesives are increasingly a part of repairs for collision and mechanical work. For these adhesives to do their job, they must be applied correctly. That means repairers must gain a thorough understanding of how these adhesives work and then stick to the recommended application process. ACDelco threadlocker (Genuine GM Parts #19369733) […]
