New Online Welding and Electricity CourseMiller Electric has recently set up free basic MIG-welding and electricity online courses to help you out. What nice guys, huh? The courses are designed to give the users an understanding of the MIG process and how electricity relates to welding components. The interactive courses can be found at www.millerwelds.com. We strongly suggest taking a look at this training and education page if you're thinking about learning the trade or just want more info. Information: Miller Electric Manufacturing Co., 800/327-8132, www.millerwelds.com
Shackles From DetroitWe bet you didn't know that Eaton Detroit Spring made shackles. And what nice shackles they are. With their greaseable zerk fittings and a heavy-duty design, you should be thinking about giving Eaton a call the next time you need some shackles. There are many different applications and models available. Information: Eaton Detroit Spring Inc., 313/963-3839, www.eatonsprings.com
Mechanix ShoesAfter listening to what mechanics wanted, Mechanix Wear went to work designing its new M60 Pit Boot. It features Nubuck leather for durability and a heavy-duty oil-resistant rubber outsole that also resists hydroplaning and gives traction on wet surfaces. The shoe seems like the perfect footwear for those of you with cracked kneecaps from oily shop floors. Information: Mechanix Wear, 661/257-0474, www.mechanix.com
Aluminum Carb CoverThis aluminum carb cover fits most two- and four-barrel carburetors and features a water- and vibration-proof speed-nut design. The speed nut is fastened onto the cover with an O-ring seal assembly, therefore eliminating misplaced wingnuts. Information: Kluhsman Racing Components, 800/814-5745, www.krcracing.com
Banks Gets WiredFrom an extensive development process, Banks has introduced its new Computerized Brake Controller (CBC) for Banks Brake diesel exhaust braking systems. This unit precisely senses throttle position and the brake's corresponding valve closure and is the first computerized exhaust brake on the market. This replaces the common throttle-position switches which are prone to sticking. Information: Gale Banks Engineering, 800/438-7693, www.bankspower.com