U.S. House Committee Passes Bill Requiring Independent Scientific Analysis of E15 Gasoline

The U.S. House Science Committee approved a bill (H.R. 3199) directing the National Academy of Sciences to conduct a scientific assessment on how gasoline blended with 15 to 20 percent ethanol (E15 and E20) may impact gasoline-powered engines, vehicles and related equipment.  The analysis would consider a variety of issues including tailpipe and evaporative emissions, impact on OBD systems, materials compatibility and fuel efficiency.  The National Academy of Sciences would have 18 months to conduct its analysis. HR 3199 will now be considered by the full House of Representatives.

We Urge You to Contact Your Congressional Representative to Request Their Support for H.R. 3199

• H.R. 3199 acknowledges that E15 causes corrosion with incompatible parts.  Ethanol increases water formation which can then create formic acid and corrode metals, plastics and rubber.  The EPA allows use of E15 in 2001 and newer vehicles, but agreed to make it “illegal to fuel pre-2001 vehicles” with E15.  A required warning label on the gasoline pump will not protect consumers from accidentally misfueling these vehicles/engines.
• H.R. 3199 recognizes that E15 is not yet in the marketplace.  It is still the subject of several lawsuits and Congress could enact legislation to block the sale.
• H.R. 3199 prevents the EPA from permitting the sale of E15 before the report has been submitted to the House Science Committee.
• H.R. 3199 potentially protects millions of vehicles and engines that can be harmed from E15.  The EPA was premature in permitting the sale since it is still unclear how E15 impacts tailpipe and evaporative emissions, OBD systems, materials compatibility and fuel efficiency.

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BluePrint Engines has introduced the first of its new line of high-performance Muscle Series™ cylinder heads for automotive enthusiasts looking for affordable power and outstanding performance—the 195cc S/B Chevy aluminum cylinder head.  The new line is also available for engine builders, jobbers and performance shops worldwide—and will include aluminum heads for both small and big block Chevys.

BluePrint Engines President Shawn Sterling explains that the company’s venture into cylinder heads reflects its commitment to serve the performance market in areas where it can clearly add value. “When it comes to price and performance, the BluePrint Muscle Series™ cylinder heads are in a class of their own,” says Sterling. “They’re a perfect fit for what we do, and we’re excited about the extra value these new performance heads bring to the market.”

The popularly sized 195cc S/B Chevy head goes right to the heart of the performance market. It comes fully assembled and is designed for hydraulic flat tappet and hydraulic roller cams. Key features include BluePrint performance ports and combustion that are as-cast, high-quality 21-4n stainless steel valves, Viton seals, double springs, and other high-performance features.

At $895 per pair, the low-cost, high-performance BluePrint Muscle Series™ cylinder head offers cost conscious car enthusiasts and engine builders a welcome alternative when performance and cost matter.

“We really hit the sweet spot when it comes to affordable performance,” says Shawn Sterling at BluePrint Engines.  “The numbers were particularly encouraging when we compared them to higher priced industry leaders,” he adds. “Intake and exhaust flows for our 195cc head, as cast, were nearly identical with competitive heads that retail for 27% more. We even did okay against CNC-ported heads that retail for almost $600 more. Bottom line, I think we hit our mark.”

Three more high-performance BluePrint Muscle Series™ aluminum cylinder heads are in production now and will be available later this winter. The entire line comes with a 12-month limited warranty.

BluePrint Engines is a major manufacturer of high-performance crate engines and components for automotive and marine enthusiasts and distributors worldwide. Founded in 1990, BluePrint Engines builds and delivers performance engines to customers worldwide. The company prides itself in being large enough to deliver the quality, pricing and reliability that its customers demand—yet small enough to offer great customer support.

Click Here to DOWNLOAD Spec Sheet for the BluePrint Muscle Series™ 195cc S/B Chevy Aluminum Cylinder Head

For the more than 20 years, the BluePrint Engines name has represented the highest quality dyno-tested performance crate engines. Today, the international standards organization has certified that quality under the latest ISO 9001 quality standard.

On November 15, 2011, BluePrint Engines’ quality management system (QMS) was certified for compliance with ISO 9001:2008 by Orion Registrar, Inc. of Arvada, Colorado. The nine-month alignment and audit process included a systematic review of management’s commitment to quality as well as inspection of BluePrint Engines facilities, procedures and process documentation.

BluePrint Engines president Shawn Sterling says, “We have always had a quality policy, but in February, 2011, we defined it so we could use it to guide our decisions and actions and assure that we always consider these our core objectives: Quality, Value and Innovation.”

ISO 9001 compliance is mandatory for many manufacturers and requires ongoing audits by the certifying company. Continued certification includes development of internal systems to ensure all specifications and processes are carefully defined and followed throughout BluePrint Engines’ designing, machining, assembly and shipping processes.

About BluePrint Engines:
Founded in 1990, BluePrint Engines has grown to become a leading U.S. manufacturer of competitively priced high-performance crate engines.

The company manufactures and sells all popular displacements for GM, Ford and Chrysler engines under its BluePrint Performance™ line. The company also manufactures a BluePrint ProSeries™ line of high-displacement engines with a power range up to 815 hp. Both engine lines are available in multiple configurations to satisfy virtually every situation, including short blocks, long blocks, and dressed options. Every engine comes with an industry-leading 30-month, 50,000-mile international warranty. BluePrint Engines also has introduced the first of its new line of high-performance Muscle Series™ cylinder heads for car enthusiasts who want affordable power and outstanding performance. 

Over the years, BluePrint Engines has earned a reputation for reliable quality and affordable performance from the ground up–one customer at a time. All BluePrint Engines product lines are geared to the performance market and can be found where value and performance matter most: classic American muscle cars, street rods, 4x4’s, desert trucks, racers, and rat rods.

Kearney, Neb. - BluePrint Engines has announced that it will introduce its new BluePrint ProSeries™ line of extreme horsepower engines at the upcoming SEMA show in Las Vegas, Nov 2-5. This new line of affordable world-class engines is specially designed for car enthusiasts and drivers looking to step up in power and performance, says company president Shawn Sterling.

“The BluePrint ProSeries™ engine is the perfect crate engine for people who really want it all-quality, affordability, extreme horsepower and torque,” says Sterling. “With our new ProSeries engines, you don't have to sacrifice one for the other. We've driven power and value up with one hand, while driving costs down with the other.”

The new BluePrint ProSeries™ line is the industry's first full line of extreme horsepower engines, ranging from 540 HP to 815 HP. The new line includes two Chevy small block engines (a 427 and a 454), four big block Chevy engines, and a 427 Ford Stroker Windsor. All ProSeries™ engines are streetable and can be ordered in base or dressed configurations, with most priced in the $8,500-$10,000 range.

Note to Editor: Please the see table below for the complete BluePrint ProSeries™ product line with engine displacements and peak horsepower and torque ratings.  

“Every BluePrint ProSeries™ engine is built one engine at a time by a skilled BluePrint craftsman with the best all-new name brand performance parts on the market,” says Sterling. “Quality names you know and trust, like World Products, Scat, Edelbrock, Comp Cams, MSD and Holley to name a few. That's really what the new BluePrint ProSeries™ engines are all about-reliable quality, extreme performance and affordability.”   

For more information on the BluePrint ProSeries™ line of engines or for high- resolution photography, go to BluePrintEngines.com.

BluePrint Engines is a leading manufacturer of high quality high performance crate engines for car and marine enthusiasts and distributors worldwide. Founded in 1990, BluePrint Engines has built and delivered more than 30,000 high performance engines to customers around the world. The company prides itself in being large enough to provide the service and reliability its customers demand, yet small enough to hand build an engine that's just right for them.

BluePrint ProSeries™ Engines