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How to Properly Dress a Grinding Wheel
Did you know that there are more than one correct ways to dress a grinding wheel? This article explains the difference and shows you how to get the best use from your grinding wheels.

Irontite Electro Magnet Kit
It's called, "Magnetic particle inspection", and is most often used to inspect cast iron cylinder heads for surface cracks in and around the combustion chambers. It can also be used for inspecting crankshafts, camshafts, and connecting rods.
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Cummins “250 Series” Applications
We have received inquiries asking if we have Injector Sleeve Tooling for Cummings 855 Cylinder heads, another is 903, then there is the 1710, and more.

Cummins ISX15/QSX15 SOHC Injector Sleeve “Replacement Tips”
Changing these injector sleeves is very basic, however, a common question we receive frequently is: “What do we do with the “Ring” at the top of the inside diameter of the old sleeve”.

Make your Flywheel Grinder last a lifetime
You’ve invested money, time, and energy to get a flywheel grinder working in your shop. And if you are like most people you are glad you did because it is doing the work, saving you time, and even creating more business.

What to know about Diamond Dressers
A diamond dresser is a tool that has one or more diamond(s) mounted on a shank by sintering. It is used to true and "dress" grinding wheels.

Valve Rotation Slows or Stops While Grinding
When your valve stops or slows down while you are grinding there is a simple reason and solution for this. It most commonly happens after having the assembly apart during a service but can also happen on it's own. However, it's very rare for this to just start happening on it's own.

Advanced Engine Valve Restoration Techniques:
The Kwik-Way SVSII Deluxe Advantage. Professional mechanics and engine builders are increasingly turning to precision equipment like the Kwik-Way SVSII Deluxe valve grinding machine to achieve superior results.

Tips to Improve Your Valve Grinding
Productivity and accuracy are the goals to strive towards when performing valve grinding operations. Here are some "Pro Tips" to help you get the most from your engine valve grinding process.

How to Properly Dress a Grinding Wheel
Did you know that there are more than one correct ways to dress a grinding wheel? This article explains the difference and shows you how to get the best use from your grinding wheels.

What to know about Diamond Dressers
A diamond dresser is a tool that has one or more diamond(s) mounted on a shank by sintering. It is used to true and "dress" grinding wheels.

Unveiling the Role of Heat Tabs in Engine Protection and Warranty Assurance
One of the primary reasons for the integration of Heat Tabs in engine rebuilding is to safeguard engine builders and rebuilders from unwarranted claims of engine failures.
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Cummins “250 Series” Applications
We have received inquiries asking if we have Injector Sleeve Tooling for Cummings 855 Cylinder heads, another is 903, then there is the 1710, and more.

Cummins ISX15/QSX15 SOHC Injector Sleeve “Replacement Tips”
Changing these injector sleeves is very basic, however, a common question we receive frequently is: “What do we do with the “Ring” at the top of the inside diameter of the old sleeve”.
Why use Stainless Steel Injector Sleeves (Cups)
We just changed our tooling to accommodate the M-11 stainless steel, not knowing why they had changed to a stainless steel cup. As you know, stainless steel is considered an exotic alloy and is not as pliable as copper or brass. It's tough stuff to work with, even to cut and roll out.
The 22 Million Car Question: Why Your Aging Engine Needs Irontite NOW
When a car reaches 10, 15, or even 20 years old, it crosses a threshold where simple maintenance isn't enough anymore. Older cars and light trucks require **more aftermarket products and services per mile** than newer models. Here's why this matters specifically for your cooling system:

How to Perform a Heater Core Flush Like a Professional Mechanic
One way to ensure a healthy vehicle is by performing a routine heater core flush. If you don’t know what that is, then keep reading.
Radiator Flush Comparison Guide: How to Choose a Radiator Flush
Read this beginners guide to learn how to choose the best radiator flush for your car. Find out which product is the best for your car. Read more here.

Don’t Forget to Flush! A Step by Step Guide to a Car Coolant Flush
A healthy coolant system is so important for your car’s engine performance. Don’t forget to flush! Here’s a step by step guide to a car coolant flush.

The Best Flywheel Grinders 2024
The Van Norman by Irontite FG5000 sets the standard for flywheel grinders. The unparalleled performance, reliability, and convenience it offers far outweigh the initial investment.

Grinding Stone vs. CBN Grinding Wheel
Discover the Pros and Cons of using Abrasive Stone verses a CBN Wheel. This brief article will give you the basics of why you might want to choose one over the other for a particular job in your shop.

Make your Flywheel Grinder last a lifetime
You’ve invested money, time, and energy to get a flywheel grinder working in your shop. And if you are like most people you are glad you did because it is doing the work, saving you time, and even creating more business.

How to Center Flywheels on the Table
Do you struggle to get a flywheel mounted to the very center of your rotating table? You nudge and nudge it and nudge for what seems like forever and it never gets perfectly centered.