Firstly, cylinder heads, are located, on the top of the engine block.
Consequently, they are the first line of defense, to completing the seal, of the combustion chamber. The two most common types are, overhead valve (OHV) and overhead camshaft (OHC). And, are home for, most of the moving parts of the engine.
Choose Your Help Topic Below
Valve Job – Why Would You Need One – Causes – What To Expect
Valve Stem Seal Failure – Follow The Symptoms And Conditions
Rocker Arms Dislodging – Along With Valve Seats Falling Out
Valve Seats – Learn How To Install And Grind Valve Seats
Valve Guide Wear – How To Identify and Reduce Oil Consumption
Emission Thermactor Plugs – For Small Block Ford Cylinder Heads
Valve Lash Setting – Top End Ticking Noise, Usually The First Sign
Valve Lash – Getting All The Facts For Setting And Adjustment
Cylinder Head Cracking – Overheating Is The Most Common Cause
Cylinder Head Resurfacing – All About Getting The Correct Surface Finish
GM 3100 – 3400 Engine Issues – Heads, Manifolds, Rocker Bolts
GM 6.6L Duramax Diesel – Choosing The Correct Head Gasket
Head Bolts – Never Reuse Torque To Yield (TTY) Head Bolts
Valve Springs Can Cause, Floating Valves And Pumped Up Lifters
Automotive Engine Valves – Function – Failure – And, Testing
Valve Lifters – Hydraulic – Mechanical (Solid) – Learn The Difference
Engine Compression – What Can Cause, Low Or No Compression
Wet Compression Testing Is A Step Up, From A Regular Test
Valve Train Noise – Where Is It Coming From ? – Is It Bad ?
Sticking Valves Because Of Carbon Deposits And Rich Fuel Mixture
Valves And Piston Rings Function – Failure Warning Signs – Testing
BY DANNY BENDER