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Engine Top End

So, the engine top end, is usually everything above the cylinder head gasket. This would include everything, in engines that have a overhead camshaft (OHC).

GM 3100 - 3400 Engine Issues - Cylinder Heads, Manifolds, Rocker Bolts
Engine Top End

GM 3100 – 3400 Engine Issues – Cylinder heads, manifolds, rocker bolts

11/30/2021

GM 3100 – 3400 engine issues, are still happening and are being repeated. We still have leaks, installation problems, as well as cylinder head and rocker bolt issues. That’s because, most people are still confused […]

Valve Lifters - Hydraulic and mechanical (solid) - What is the real difference.
Engine Top End

Valve Lifters – Hydraulic and mechanical (solid) – Learn what the real difference is.

11/28/2021

Valve Lifters, Hydraulic And Mechanical (solid). So, what is the real difference. Both, hydraulic and mechanical (solid) valve lifters, have the same job, but do it differently. They both follow the contour of the camshaft […]

Valve Seats - Installing And Grinding Valve Seats - Learn The Basics
Engine Top End

Valve Seats – Installing And Grinding Valve Seats – Learn The Basics

11/01/2021

Learning how to machine, install and grind valve seats; can help solve many, valve leakage and valve burning issues. The growth of the valve seats market can be traced, back to the early 1970s. This […]

Valves And Piston Rings
Engine Bottom End

Valves And Piston Rings – Functions – Failure Warning Signs – Testing

10/20/2021

Valves and piston rings, are crucial for your engine to function properly. Aside from your head gasket, these are the parts that are responsible for, sealing the combustion chamber. Most of the time, valves and […]

Leaking Head Gasket Symptoms - Learn About The 5 Common Symptoms
Automotive Leaks

Leaking Head Gasket Symptoms – Learn About The 5 Common Symptoms

10/10/2021

By learning what the leaking head gasket symptoms are; you may be able to save yourself, thousands in repairs. Consequently, a leaking head gasket, can lead to repairs to the tune of, $1000 to $3000. […]

Head Gasket Leak - Engine Overheating Is Often The First Sign Of Trouble
Automotive Leaks

Head Gasket Leak – Engine Overheating Is Often The First Sign Of Trouble

10/03/2021

The last thing anyone ever wants to hear are the words “you have a head gasket leak”. So, your vehicle has started overheating, but you cannot find the source. Engine overheating is often the first […]

Valve Stem Seals - Failure Symptoms Under Different Conditions
Engine Top End

Valve Stem Seals – Failure Symptoms Under Different Conditions

09/09/2021

Valve stem seals control the lubrication of the valve stem, as it moves up and down in the valve guide. But, if too little oil flows past the valve stem seals, the valve stem and […]

Valve Train Noise - Where Is It Coming From ? - Is It Bad ?
Engine Noises And Vibrations

Valve Train Noise – Where Is It Coming From ? – Is It Bad ?

08/24/2021

Valve train noise, is usually due to excessive clearance, between two internal engine parts. Each valve utilizes, a valve spring that returns it to its, original closed position. So, If a valve spring has broken […]

Bubble Test - Used In Conjunction With A Cylinder Leak Down
Automotive Leaks

Bubble Test – Used In Conjunction With A Cylinder Leak Down Test

08/04/2021

So, to determine the health of a head gasket, between two cylinders try doing a bubble test. If you believe you have a leak, but just cannot find it, doing a bubble test may be […]

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