by Clint Meyer, BG Technical Service Representative Read time: 3 minutes How do you stay cool in the summer heat? If you’re like me, you live for the outdoors, especially during the summer. Warmer weather means I get to work and play with my piston-powered vehicles. Just because I like the warm weather doesn’t mean more…
Oil sludge is a murderous foe that looks a lot like a burnt marshmallow. If you love toasted marshmallows but don’t have the patience to toast them (or if, like me, you like them burned), you’re probably familiar with the black, bubbly surface that develops once the marshmallow is on fire. Blow it out, let more…
I’m a liar. At least, sometimes. I just went to the dentist and as far as she’s concerned, I floss day and night and brush vigorously, but not too vigorously (a healthy amount of vigor). As I’m lying in the dentist chair, it occured to me that I lie to my doctor too. She thinks more…
WICHITA, Kan. – BG Products announces its recent partnership as part of the extra Online Loyalty Program. As the only preventive maintenance company participating in this Program, BG is pleased to offer this premier opportunity to its customers. In joining brands such as Bosch Automotive Parts and Castrol Lubricants and Fluids, the program rewards sales more…
by Clinton J. Meyer Technical Service Representative ACS Certified in Chemistry and Biochemistry Summer is here! Time to get out and ride those motorcycles, quads and jet skis. You’ve waited all winter for the adventure to begin. The only thing between you and freedom is a quick tune-up to de-winterize your ride. Follow my guide more…
The other day I drove-thru a sandwich shop for dinner with my kids. We call this time of the day “sandwich-hour.” We are a sandwich-loving family. In classic kid fashion, my kids ordered the sandwiches that come with no veggies or dressing. I asked if the sandwich craftsman would add mayo to the sandwiches. Sometimes I more…
A history of the fuel induction service A fuel induction service removes the deposits that build up inside the air intake system of an engine. This service has been around for a long time, dating back to the days of carbureted engines, when carbon would build up on top of the pistons and cause drivability more…
Children are the future! Not far from BG headquarters stands a towering 107-year-old home. At a glance, the house looks like nothing more than an architectural beauty, past its prime. But this home is alive and thriving with the work of Legacy Ministries! Legacy Ministries is gearing up for another bountiful gardening season. This time more…
Dear Tommy, Ever seen folks happy to stand in line? If not, you need to visit a Minnesota car wash in the spring. This is a cheery group of folks! Winter is fading into memory and the air is fresh. Trees are budding, birds are chirping and Minnesotans can finally scrape the salt, sand and more…
Engine flush. Isn’t that just an oil change? It’s just old oil out, new oil in, right? Not exactly. If we break down those two words (engine and flush) you have your answer. Engine: That hard-working part of your vehicle that powers everything from the transmission to the air conditioner. Flush: Removing contaminants (like flushing more…
