In Focus: Redline Detection SpeedSmoke, No. 95-0135

Oct. 1, 2020
The unit uses the same technology that was developed for leading automakers.

The Redline Detection SpeedSmoke, No. 95-0135, is designed to pinpoint leaks in sealed systems within vehicles from naturally aspirated to turbocharged, diesel, boosted engines. According to the company, SpeedSmoke is the first of its kind smoke machine that incorporates both low pressure and high pressure in one sleek design. The machine pinpoints EVAP leaks, intake leaks, exhaust leaks, wind and water leaks, turbo boost leaks, CAC leaks, cabin leaks, as well as leaks in faulty seals, gaskets, fittings, and more. SpeedSmoke helps technicians and shop owners reliably diagnose, maintain, and repair their customers’ boosted vehicle systems.  

Application

The SpeedSmoke is designed to detect, locate, and repair leaks in sealed systems from naturally aspirated to turbocharged, diesel boosted engines. This includes EVAP leaks, intake leaks, exhaust leaks, wind and water leaks, boost leaks, CAC leaks, cabin leaks, as well as leaks in faulty seals, gaskets, fittings, and more.

Features and Benefits

• Designed for the aftermarket.

• For use in both low pressure EVAP applications and high-pressure, turbo diesel engines.

• Creates a dense, visible vapor with up to 20 times psi and 40 times the flow of traditional smoke machines, the company says.

• Simulates the boost load of a running engine for testing with the engine safely off.

Selling Points

• Made in American quality. 

• Customer service and ASE-certified technical support available.

• Performs all types of leak detection in one machine.

• Uses same technology developed for leading automakers.

• Features an onboard micro air compressor and 12V DC power for total portability.

• Includes all needed accessories.

Origin

OEMs have increasingly turned to boosted systems to improve emissions and gain fuel economy without sacrificing performance. For many brands, more than half of models are boosted. This increase in boosted vehicles means technicians are in need of tools and training to repair turbo, diesel, boosted vehicles. The SpeedSmoke uses the same technology that was developed for leading automakers and mandated essential equipment at dealerships in 114 countries, now available for the aftermarket.

Manufacturing/Engineering Specifications

This product is made in the U.S.A. It weighs 27 lbs and has a total shipping weight of 46 lbs with all adaptors and accessories. The operating temperature range is 0 to 140 degrees F. It has a 12V DC power and onboard air compressor for portability with the option to use external compressed air/inert gas.

Storage and Display

The SpeedSmoke comes as a single unit per package with a durable accessory kit case and all needed accessories including adaptors and vapor producing fluid for more than 200 tests. Boxed in display-ready, quality packaging featuring product images.

Suggested Retail Price

$2,995

For More Information

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1-714-451-1411

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