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A f t e r m a r k e t D a i l y N e w s W e d n e s d a y, N o v e m b e r 6 , 2 0 1 3 2 4 COLOR COOLANT TECHNOLOGY MAKES VEHICLE MAINTENANCE EASY Recochem Inc. has launched a new line of OEM ® Extended Life antifreeze and coolants, designed for use in specific vehicle makes and models, for the United States and Canadian markets this year. These quality ethylene glycol based coolants are recommended for automo- tive and light duty vehicles requiring spe- cific technology engine coolants. The company developed six OEM Premium Extended Life Antifreeze/Coolant products for the U.S. market, which are formulated with key proprietary OAT and HOT technologies to meet the performance requirements of the recommended vehicles. The specific vehicle-makes are listed on the labels and the colors of the liquids correspond to the color-coded packaging for an easy selection process and worry- free maintenance experience. The prod- uct line-up includes the following: OEM Premium Extended Life Red Antifreeze/Coolant is recommended for use in Lexus, Toyota, Scion and other automotive and light duty vehicles need- ing a phosphate based OAT coolant. It meets or exceeds the performance requirements of ASTM D3306 and JIS K2234 specifications. OEM Premium Extended Life Green Antifreeze/Coolant is recommended for use in Hyundai, Infiniti, Isuzu, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Acura, Honda and Suzuki vehicles. It meets or exceeds the performance requirements of ASTM D3306 and JIS K2234 specifications. OEM Premium Extended Life Blue Antifreeze/Coolant is recommended for use in Acura, Honda, Infiniti, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Suzuki, Hyundai, Isuzu, Kia and Mazda vehi- cles. It meets or exceeds the perform- ance requirements of ASTM D3306 and JIS K2234 specifications. OEM Premium Extended Life Pink Antifreeze/Coolant is recommended for use in Lexus, Toyota, Scion and other automotive and light duty vehicles requiring a phosphate based OAT engine coolant. It meets or exceeds the perform- ance requirements of ASTM D3306 and JIS K2234 specifications. OEM Premium Extended Life Orange Antifreeze/Coolant is recommended for Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick, GMC, Hummer, Pontiac, Oldsmobile, Saturn and Saab vehicles requiring a pure OAT engine coolant. It meets or exceeds performance require- ments of ASTM D3306, JIS K2234 and VW TL 774D specifications and is fully compatible with product meeting GM 6277M. OEM Premium Extended Life Gold Antifreeze/Coolant is recommended for Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. It meets or exceeds the performance requirements of ASTM D3306, GM 1825M/1899M, Chrysler MS7170, MS9769, SAE J1034, JIS K2234 and US Fed A-A-870-A specifica- tions and is fully compatible with product meeting Ford WSS-M97B51-A1. These OEM antifreeze/coolants are concentrate formulas, alumini- um compatible and have the recommended change interval at 150,000 miles (when proper- ly diluted and added as an initial fill) or five years service protec- tion to provide extended protec- tion beyond the lifetime of tra- ditional antifreeze/coolants. About Recochem With over 60 years in business, Recochem operates as a producer, formu- lator, contract packager and wholesale distributor of industrial and consumer chemical products. The company manu- factures a broad range of automotive liq- uids, household solvents, green products, cleaners, wood preservatives, moth pre- ventatives, outdoor and indoor living products and heat transfer fluids. The company has operations in Canada, North America, Europe, Australia and the Asia Pacific. For more information, visit booth 6120 at AAPEX, go online to www.recochem.com and www.coolantexperts.com or email Norman Renglich at nrenglich@recochem.com. ALEMITE DETAILS GREASE GUN SAFETY PROCEDURES By Jerry Shew, Principal Engineer, Alemite LLC All machinery must be lubricated to ensure smooth operation and long service life. From manufacturing to vehicle serv- ice, grease guns are a common way to achieve proper lubrication. Alemite offers a comprehensive line of grease guns rang- ing from manual to battery-operated tools and provides the expertise to help you purchase the correct tool for the job. Though use of grease guns is wide- spread, these tools deserve your respect and should be used according to the man- ufacturer's guidelines to avoid injury. Operators should be trained on each piece of equipment to be lubricated, as well as each grease gun that will be used. Do not apply lubricants to a machine in operation unless the fittings are located in a safe place. Never reach over, under, through or past moving parts to complete your task. Regardless of which grease gun you use, the high pressure developed by the tool should be considered. High-pressure injection injuries may be caused by the accidental injection of grease, oil or sol- vent through the skin and into the under- lying tissue. Generally, fingers or hands experience this type of injury, and it is most likely to occur when a hose rup- tures. Some lubrication applications require needle-type accessories that can lead to an injury if used improperly. An injection injury may be small and essentially painless, and the injured per- son may be tempted to continue working. However, if you receive any type of injection injury, you should seek medical attention immediately. The lubricant will need to be removed and treatment initiat- ed to prevent infection. To minimize risk, you should choose the right tool for the job. Alemite represen- tatives can assist you in pur- chasing the appropriate grease gun to meet your needs. Never change the configuration of a grease gun for a purpose other than that for which it was intended. Be certain all components utilized are rated for the amount of pressure you will be develop- ing. You should use only hoses specified by the grease gun manufacturer. It is essential that you inspect the hose before each use. If there are any signs of wear or damage on the hose, do not use it. When loading a grease cartridge, make sure the follower rod is securely latched to the end cap so that it doesn't spring back unexpectedly. Use care when removing the pull-tab on the cartridge to prevent getting cut by the tab's sharp edges. Always aim the grease coupler away from your body when loading and priming a grease gun. Read and follow the manu- facturer's instructions before using your grease gun. Avoid kinking hoses as this can make them more susceptible to rup- tures. Be sure to label your grease gun so that you can identify the type of grease in that particular gun. All repairs should be performed by a qualified technician who uses only original replacement parts. Finally, after perform- ing lubrication tasks, be sure to wash your hands to remove any chemical residue. For more information on Alemite's AFCS PC fluid inventory control and manage- ment system, visit booth 965, contact cus- tomer service at 866-4-ALEMITE or visit the company website at www.alemite.com. PROLIFT SUSPENSION: THE 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA 2.5-INCH SUSPENSION LIFT KIT FITS Prolift Suspension is proud to announce that its industry-leading CNC machined billet aluminum 2.5-inch suspension lift kit for the 2007-2013 Toyota Tundra 2WD and 4WD trucks fits the work ready, fam- ily-tough 2014 Tundra. Prolift's advanced integral lift technology has allowed its engineers to design the ultimate Toyota Tundra suspension system, working with- in factory geometries – the ultimate proof being one kit, Part Number 1231, that fits both applications. That's engineering by an installer who knows how to design the ultimate suspension solutions for perform- ance and ease of installation. Prolift's VP of Operations, Randy Haflich, offers his perspective drawn from years of hands-on experience. "We understand how all of the sus- pension components interact with each other and have implemented an integrat- ed design approach that takes the per- formance of our vehicle suspension sys- tems to the next level," Haflich said. "You can see it in our components. The intelligence is evident in both the com- plexity and simplicity of our parts; engi- neered to the nth degree for ultimate per- formance, yet simple to install in a mini- mum amount of time." Suspension Kit 1231 features billet 6061 aircraft grade aluminum, precision CNC machining, a diff drop kit, automo- tive grade hardware, AVT (Anti Vibration Technology), rear blocks tapered to maintain driveline angles and the advanced integral lift design maintains travel limits set by the factory. The Suspension Kit 1231 is an all inclusive kit that maintains OEM geome- try, has an installer-engineered design, requires no cutting or drilling, includes a carrier bearing drop and a skid pan drop, and is made in America. Prolift Suspension is committed to manufacturing the majority of their components in America to keep jobs here. American sportsmen, American workers. Prolift has the skills and the craftsmanship to get the job done right. Prolift is so confident in its products that it offers its industry-leading Square Deal Guarantee – basically guaranteed for life. Prolift will be there to work with you and support you through installation as you build your rig. Prolift wants to earn your business and your trust, one customer and one kit at a time. "We know our customers and the kind of gear we would want as fellow sportsmen and that drives everything we build," says com- pany founder Andy York. "We optimize the performance of each system while maintaining OEM specified geometry. We study each vehicle, rip it apart and put it back together again, to identify all of the components that need to be designed to work together, as a system, to build the ultimate kit." Prolift Suspension has kits for Chevy/GMC, Dodge RAM, Ford, Jeep, Nissan and Toyota. Prolift suspension has the gear to help sportsmen build their rig for the ultimate off road adventure, whether that is off roading, camping, hunting or fishing. No matter what your off-road passion is, Prolift Suspension allows you to attack the trail. For more information, visit booth 34219 at SEMA, go online to www.proliftsus- pension.com or call 503-543-5515.