Author: Thrive Admin

Don’t miss Drew Neubauer behind the wheel of the Stevens-Miller Racing (SMR) No. 12 Berryman Products “Chemtooler” Ford  Mustang this weekend at Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca.

Neubauer said,

As a part-time driver in the series, it’s an honor to drive the Berryman Ford Mustang for a championship-winning team like SMR! The car’s livery is one of the best in all of motorsport, the fans love it and I can’t wait to send it down the corkscrew! Living in Texas, it’s great to have the opportunity to represent Berryman, a Texas-based company that has been a constant industry leader in additives, solvents and lubricants for more than 100 years.

Joe Stevens and his team make it a seamless transition each time I’m in the car. I’m really looking forward to being back in the TA2 paddock with SMR. Week in and week out, in SMR is one of the best, if not the best teams in all of Trans Am and it’s a pleasure to be a part of the team. The cars are incredibly well prepared and the atmosphere under the awning is fantastic. The team not only makes me feel at home, but my friends and family as well — they do an all-around great job.

Trans Am’s TA2 is the only all-American professional road racing series out there and we’re thrilled to be a part of it!

This weekend’s Trans Am presented by Pirelli TA2 events from Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca will be live streamed on the Trans Am app with qualifying on Friday at 4:30 pm PST and the feature race on Saturday at 1:10 pm PST. Be sure to follow all of the latest news and schedule updates on gotransam.com.

About Stevens-Miller Racing:

Stevens-Miller Racing (SMR) has one of the highest winning percentages in Trans Am’s TA2 category. SMR’s staff has earned 40-plus podiums, three championships, multiple Hard Charger Awards, Rookie of the Year, and more. The team’s focus is achieving the driver’s desired goals. SMR has what drivers need, be it GT2, SVRA Group Six, or TA2. Whether it’s to have fun, develop your driving ability, or win a championship, SMR does it all and has the winning history to back it up. See www.stevensmillerracing.com for more details about our programs and Arrive & Drive and car prep opportunities.

Keeping your engine clean and vehicle effectively is easier than you think! Berryman Products has been making All-American automotive products you can trust for over 100 years and has continually improved it’s products to help keep your vehicle at optimal performance. 

Here are our 5 essential products to help keep you on the road:

1. Berryman® B-12 Chemtool® Carburetor, Fuel System and Injector Cleaner: Quickly disperses moisture and dissolves gum, varnish, and other fuel residues from the entire fuel system, fuel tank, fuel lines, fuel injectors, valves, rings and pistons with H.E.S.T.  Regular use ensures higher compression, fewer repairs, lower operating costs, and increased spark plug and injector life. Available in both consumer and commercial sizes. Catalytic converter and oxygen sensor-safe. 
2. Berryman® Intake Valve & Combustion Cleaner: Professionally formulated for use in all fuel-injected gasoline engines. Contains polyetheramine (“PEA”) to clean combustion chambers and ALL types of intake valves, including those in PFI, TBI, and GDI engines. Dissolves stubborn carbon buildup for a dramatic increase in performance and overall drivability. Restores original octane requirements. Includes universal application accessories. Safe on catalytic converters and oxygen sensors. Not for use in diesel engines.
3. Berryman® 4-Step Professional Air & Fuel System Maintenance Kit: Cleans all major air-intake and fuel system components in all fuel-injected, gas-powered vehicles, including modern GDI and turbocharged engines. Improves hard starting, rough idle, poor fuel economy, and overall drivability. Proprietary universal application system works with both air-intake and manifold vacuum injection systems. Safe on catalytic converters and oxygen sensors.
4. Berryman® B-60 High Mileage Oil System Rejuvenator: Cleans and protects the crankcase and engine oil system of all gas-powered vehicles, including those exceeding 60,000 miles. Conditions and revitalizes seals and gaskets to help stop engine oil leaks. Contains zinc-based ZDDP and molybdenum (“moly”) to fight friction, heat, and wear. Helps prevent sludge formation to maximize engine performance and life. Safe on catalytic converters and oxygen sensors.
5. Berryman® B-33 Engine Degreaser: Proprietary blend of high-performance detergents and emulsifiers easily penetrates road grime, dirt, grease, and oil. The fast spray on/rinse off cycle saves time and conserves water. for vehicle engines, small engine parts, lawn mowers, hand tools, machinery, fleet, farm, and marine equipment. Contains no phosphates, abrasives, solvents, or VOCs.

There’s a reason why silicone spray lubricant is an absolute must-have for anyone who works on their car: its long list of potential uses!

Whether you’re about to pick up a can of our silicone spray lubricant for the first time or are just looking for new ways to use the one you’ve had in your garage for weeks, we’ve got you covered. Here are a few easy ways to use your silicone spray lubricant on your car – and some other ones around the house that you may not know about!

No more struggling with manual windows

This isn’t really an issue for the majority of cars on the road, but if you’re driving something classic with manual crank windows, spraying a bit of silicone lubricant into the window channel will make it go up and down a lot quicker and with a lot less work required on your end.

It won’t be as easy as automatic windows, sure, but it does make it a lot easier to appreciate one of the quirks of an older car.

Chassis Lubrication

Another must-do for older cars is spraying some silicone lubricant spray onto the bearings and bushings on your ride’s chassis. Doing so will reduce wear that comes with metal-on-metal surfaces working together, extending the life of your steering and keeping your car where it belongs: out on the road.

Various hinges and hatches

Really, anything that’s sticking or stubborn on your ride (within reason, of course) can be improved with some silicone lubricant spray. Seatbelt retracting too slowly? You know what to do. Gas cap sticking when you open it? No longer! Hinges on your hood not moving like they used to? You’ve got the solution right there in your hands.

Struggling to open car doors in the window? Our silicone lubricant spray is a great winterproofing tool that can get things moving again!

Non-Car Uses

But wait, there’s more! As a household item, silicone lubricant spray can make your life a lot easier as well. Have a sliding glass door? Spray a bit of silicone lubricant spray on the tracks and see how much easier it is to open and close.

Sick of leftover residue from removing labels on various products like jars? Hit it with some spray and watch it slide right off.

Have a stubborn zipper that just won’t move? Use some silicone lubricant spray and watch it move like new! In a sticky situation with some superglue? Not anymore.

What we’re saying is that there are a ton of uses for silicone lubricant spray that you probably didn’t even know about until now – and it’s a product that you should definitely stock up on if you want to make everything in your life run more smoothly. Learn more about our Silicone Lubricant and all our products.

Break out those windshield scrapers and antifreeze, Texas, because it’s that time of the year when you’ll have to drive in the snow.

No, that’s not a joke, or a typo, it’s an inevitability – while not all parts of Texas get snow (and certainly not consistent amounts of snow like other parts of the country), it’s not unheard of to get some pretty impressive accumulation overnight. Like last year, when Western Texas got more snowfall overnight than Minneapolis – including a staggering 7 inches (!) in Corpus Christi.

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January is here, and with it comes the common question: Do I need snow tires? Turns out there isn’t really a short answer, because the answer depends on a variety of factors. Let’s dive right in and find out if you should shell out for snow tires this winter.

Question One: Where Do You Live?

The most obvious component to this answer – and most impactful – is local climate. If you live in a place like Vermont or Michigan – or any state that sees a lot of sub-40 degree temperatures and regular snow – you might want to dig into your checking account and get a new set of tires for your ride.

Snow isn’t the only reason to get snow tires. After all, they’re commonly referred to in the industry as “winter” tires rather than snow tires, as it’s a more accurate term – the rubber compounds and tread patterns are made to handle better in colder and wetter settings. Even if you live in a dryer state that doesn’t get a lot of snow, but do a lot of driving in cold weather (or at night in states that are generally considered ‘warmer’), you may want to make the investment, because you’ll see plenty of benefit.

Question Two: What Kind Of Car Do You Have?

Driving a Miata all winter? Hey, props to you if you’re brave enough to do that, just know that you will absolutely need more traction than a lightweight, rear-wheel drive car can provide in wintery conditions.

If your car has all-wheel drive, you might be fine on all-season tires, but will still see an added benefit by going with winter/snow tires instead.

SUVs, pickup trucks and wagons are where things get a bit iffy, especially if you don’t have all-wheel or four-wheel drive. While you may have more grip when accelerating or turning thanks to the added weight, stopping could be a big issue, especially in wet and icy conditions. Winter tires can help avoid all of the issues that come with that.

Question Three: Can You Afford Them?

Listen, in an ideal world, everyone would have winter tires for months like January and February, but even if they’re something most people *should* have, they may not be something that everyone can afford.

A good set of winter tires can run you anywhere from $65-120 per tire (so, $260-480 for a full set) – and buying a partial set is a bad idea as it gives you different grip levels in the front and back – so it can be a hefty investment for many drivers. If you’re comfortable driving in the snow, have the right kind of car and are willing to drive far more carefully in wintery conditions, you can probably get by without.

That said, if you can afford them and live in a state where they’ll get enough use, you should consider them an important investment, both for your safety and the safety of others on the road.