The twin-turbo Impalla SS made it's way to South Georgia Motorsports Park in late February to compete against the fasted radial cars on the planet.  Hoping for a top 10 finish among a very strong field and a packed house, the custom Baker engine turned out to be more than the small tires could handle.  The car, however, was a big draw.  Click the headline for more photos, thanks to Dragzine.  Watch for a story in Dragzine!

BEI’s proprietary 24 cu.in. Opposed-Piston Turbo Diesel Engine/APU has successfully demonstrated cold start, low idle, high idle and incremental loads nearing the target power output.  See it run at http://youtu.be/WJvEYzIgGYI. With a target of 20kW output, this technology has widespread potential due to its small size, flexible footprint, power-to-weight ratio, low part count, and fuel efficiency.  The single cylinder engine also provides a low compression ratio with low heat rejection, variable boost, high speed, good cold starting and multi-fuel capabilities.  The Opposed-Piston Turbo Diesel Engine is based on traditional design coupled with advanced engine health management strategies.  Operating on the two-stroke cycle, the inwardly-opposed-piston engine offers reliability and efficiency of a breathe-easy piston port design.

David Adkins, owner and driver of the fastest twin-turbo in the U.S., is interviewed by Holley Performance at the LS-Fest in this video link  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JC243KyiBt8.  David Adkins’ twin turbo ’63 Impalla put on a great show and took home the trophy at LS-Fest last summer, winning the newly-formed Pro-LSX division.  Adkins posted 4.540 at 162.86 MPH in the eighth-mile at the event.  Since then, Adkins has posted a 6.36 @ 223 in the 1/4 mile.  This car is always a fan favorite!

Thanks to all of our customers, new and old, that stopped by the booth at the PRI show.  It was great to be back in Indy, and great to reconnect with both customers and Pro/Cam distributors. What a show! 

Baker Engineering will unveil a new Pro/Cam fuel pump for small block Ford applications at the PRI show!  Based on the same successful design as our Chevy fuel pump,  the new Ford pump offers all of the necessary key features including 6-valve style, 130 gph flow rate, and gas or alcohol compatibility.  And best of all … reliability and consistent pressure at higher RPMs. The Ford mechanical fuel pumps are rated through 1,200 Hp for gasoline and 600 for alcohol, and are available in 7.5, 11 or 15 psi.  For more information, see us at PRI or call (616) 837-8975.

Baker Engineering was named Engine Builder of the Year at one of Michigan's toughest race tracks, Berlin Raceway.  The award was presented at the annual Champions Banquet, where Outlaw Late Model Champion Steve Needles commented "their customer service is second to none ... without them, I would not have won this championship."  (Thanks Steve!)  This is the fifth time that Baker Engineering has received the award.   Thanks to all our of loyal Berlin customers for another great season!!!

BEI'S Dyno Jet Chassis dyno has received an upgrade!  We now have the capability to measure vehicle horsepower up to 1500rwhp (up from the original 1200rwhp).   The chassis dyno is a perfect tool for measuring and optimizing horespower at the wheels.  For details, click the Engines & Upgrades tab, then the Test and Tuning link or www.bakerengineeringinc.com/EnginesUpgrades/TestandTuning.aspx