Everyone knows, or seems to know, that synthetic oils are better than conventional oils, but do you know why? The fact is synthetic oils have several material advantages over their non-synthetic counterparts. Synthetic oils are structured with very specific properties, which leads to stronger oxidative protection against breakdown and lower evaporation rates under high temperature more…
Are you behind the wheel at least 12 hours a week? Most likely, yes. That’s the average for American motorists. Busy lives force drivers to eat meals, conduct business and even groom in their cars. All this activity may lead to messes and unpleasant odors in a car’s interior. And we all know car interior more…
Question: Can I perform a Fuel Induction Service on an engine with a turbo? Answer: To perform a BG Fuel Induction Service on a vehicle with a turbo engine, apply the product between the turbo and the throttle body. To do so, you must remove the air intake hose that goes between the turbo and more…
WICHITA, Kan. – March 9, 2011 – Today, nationwide gas prices average about $3.52 per gallon, up 13.7 cents from a week ago and 76.9 cents from this time last year. This current escalation in gas prices has left motorists searching for ways to save money at the pump. With the help of local news more…
WICHITA, Kan. -February 1, 2011 – BG Products, Inc., introduces the BG Interior Renewal® Service, a complete vehicle interior cleaning service, from the floor mats to the seats to the headliner. BG Interior Renewal® Service quickly and easily renews a car’s interior to a clean, refreshing environment. It’s designed to eliminate disagreeable odors caused by more…
I ‘ve received several inquiries about the new oil specs GF-5 and GM’s dexos and what it’s going to cost aftermarket suppliers, shops, dealers and, most importantly, consumers. I thought I’d use the BG Blend’r to clarify a few things. GF-5 This one’s pretty self-explanatory; it’s a step up from the current GF-4, which has more…
As off-road diesel engines advance to meet government emission standards, more and more emphasis must be applied to the engine consumables. We’re talking about fuel, oil and filters. Something we rarely give any thought to on a day-to-day basis could cause countless hours of down time and large amounts of frustration. James River Equipment teamed more…
The hybrid market is expected to grow another three to five percent in 2011. Although they haven’t become a major player yet, hybrids should not be dismissed. They aren’t going away. The new hybrids may seem unfamiliar, but the fuel/electric-powered machines are still cars that need preventive maintenance, says BG’s Ryan Weems. As Tools & more…
Question: Why can’t I use BG 44K® in diesels? Answer: Many have used BG 44K® in diesels but it is specifically formulated for gasoline engines, which don’t reach the same temperatures as diesel engines. Because diesel engines run hotter and at higher compressions, they must withstand stresses far beyond those in gasoline engines. BG 244® more…
In the article “Gasoline Direct Injection” in the Winter Issue of the Blend’r, we uncovered the disadvantages of the gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine: Dramatic efficiency losses due to deposits on the piston surface More deposits on the intake ports and valves (compared to port fuel injection engines) Low-mileage misfire codes Fuel economy loss Disadvantages more…
