Tips and Tricks for Crankshaft Grinding

Working in technical support, hardly a day passes without at least one crank grinding question. For the most part, these questions involve properly using, dressing, mounting and balancing the crankwheel.

The other question we've been hearing a lot lately is, "What can I do with my grinding wheels that aren't the right size? Can they be changed to fit another machine or another application?" The short answer is, YES. With our expanded resizing services we can easily extend the life of a wheel. We're able to make arbors bigger, reduce the thickness, reduce the diameter, change the profile, and so on. Not only will this save the environment, it'll save you money as well. For more information, call Goodson at 1-800-533-8010.

The importance of crank grinding wheel selection

Wheel selection is critical and often overlooked. Take into consideration  a high-performance engine rebuild. The correct components for a race engine are distinctly different from those of the family car. Going for the checkered flag involves much more than going for the groceries. Therefore, it wouldn't make any sense to build a 12:5 to 1 compression engine for a grocery-getter. >>read complete story>>

Survival of the fittest – succeeding in today's economy

By Jim Tapp,
GOODSON Tech Services Manager

We all know it - the economy stinks right now. Sure, there are some areas of the country and the world where things are still okay, but for an awful lot of us, times are tough. So how do you, as a machinist survive under these conditions?

First of all, you have to be good at what you do. If you're a mediocre machinist, odds are against you. Word of mouth is one of the best advertisements there is and when you do an outstanding job for someone, they're going to tell their friends (maybe even their enemies) who will, hopefully, bring you business too.

Secondly, diversify. That's right, try something new. If you've always worked only on small block Chevys and the work isn't coming in, maybe you should take a look at expanding your services. Motorcycles, boats, atvs, snowmobilies, jet skis ... they all have engines. Somehow people are finding the money to fix their toys even if they're not repairing the family auto. Take advantage of that and keep your business growing despite the economy.

From lawnmowers to landmovers, this is the valve spring tester for you

Dave Monyhan, Goodson Techxpert™

In my humble opinion, this all NEW Valve Spring Tester from Goodson and Intercomp® is the last valve spring tester you'll ever have to buy.

This spring tester can easily handle those monster springs with killer compression ratings – as high as 1500 pounds! If you prefer kilograms, this tester will measure that too.

You'll love the large spring platform – 3.5" diameter – that will handle most valve springs commonly used today. And it has a 5" travel capacity to take on the taller springs. I guess you could say, this thing'll take on all comers and win.

But, I've saved my favorite feature for last. I love the arbor press style handle. It's easy to use and makes short work of compressing springs.

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Dates to remember:

February 7 - 9, 2009
V-Twin Expo, Duke Engery Convention Center, Cincinnati, OH
Visit GOODSON in booth #911
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February 13 - 16, 2009
Dealer Expo, Lucas Oil Stadium and Indianapolis Convention Center, Indianapolis, IN
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February 16 - 18, 2009
Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW)
Orange County Convention Center,
Orlando FL
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March 18 - 20, 2009
PERA Spring Technical Conference
The '09 spring tech meeting will include tours of Richard Childress Racing and Hendrick Motorsports. Charlotte NC
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