Tech Talk
John Gelsimino Jr. of All Industrial Engine Service writes Tech Talk for Material Handling Network. Tech Talk can be your source for the latest engine diagnosis & troubleshooting tips. We are open to any engine related questions regarding remanufacturing, parts, quotation, etc. We look forward to hearing from you!
Don’t Neglect Your Timing Belt!
January 1, 2012In today’s forklift truck marketplace many overhead cam engines (OHC) are used. The majority of designs use a timing belt setup that drives the camshaft and valve train assembly. Only a few manufacturers have used a timing chain setup with... Read more about Don’t Neglect Your Timing Belt!
Identifying Your Mazda 2.0L & 2.2L Engines
November 1, 2011Identifying engine variations is always a challenge to even the most seasoned parts persons. It is the job of the engine remanufacturer to ask the appropriate questions that will identify the engine in an easy and timely manner. Some... Read more about Identifying Your Mazda 2.0L & 2.2L Engines
Proper Diesel Engine Installation
October 1, 2011One of the largest challenges of the engine remanufacturing business is often associated with improper engine installation. We all know that everyone reads all of the literature that comes with each reman engine – right? Even after reading... Read more about Proper Diesel Engine Installation
Properly Diagnose Your Customer’s Engine Problems
September 1, 2011Engine Diagnosis Methods. Several techniques can be used to properly diagnose your customer’s engine problems. This month’s article will cover the engine diagnosis methods including: compression tests (dry & wet) and the leak down... Read more about Properly Diagnose Your Customer’s Engine Problems
What Are You Smoking? GM 4.3L Analyzed
August 1, 2011Have you ever had a customer with a dirty environment? Have you ever seen a forklift that uses the GM 4.3L engine? Only if you’re in the forklift business! You may also have had experience with dirt and debris dusting a customer’s engine.... Read more about What Are You Smoking? GM 4.3L Analyzed
The 4.3L We All Know So Well II
July 1, 2011Editor’s note: Back by popular demand is a column originally featured in Material Handling Network in September 2010. Material Handling Network will provide follow-up information on this topic in our August issue.
It is hard to run a... Read more about The 4.3L We All Know So Well II
Extending The Life of a Reman Engine
May 1, 2011Upon purchasing a reman engine your dealership is forming a partnership with the engine supplier. Each party must perform their part to ensure that the engine provides thousands of hours of service. Proper installation, break-in and... Read more about Extending The Life of a Reman Engine
Covering Your Dealerships Increasing Costs
April 1, 2011No this is not another article that talks about profitability. I will not explain how to raise all of your prices and achieve profit from your dealerships profit centers. If it was that easy then this topic would not be so interesting. If... Read more about Covering Your Dealerships Increasing Costs
What’s That Engine Noise?
March 1, 2011Have you ever had an engine with a noise that you just couldn’t diagnose? Different engine designs have different characteristics that can cause an engine noise that is not necessarily an indication of a pending failure. The following is... Read more about What’s That Engine Noise?
Maximize Profit by Properly Quoting A Reman Engine
February 1, 2011At the dealership level, an engine overhaul job should be very profitable if managed correctly. However, if the quote is not created properly the dealership can give away the profits. This article will explain how to maximize profit by... Read more about Maximize Profit by Properly Quoting A Reman Engine
