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Vacuum Leak Detection – The Safe Way To Find Vacuum Leaks

12/31/2023

A Vacuum leak can trick you, and your car computer into believing a particular sensor, or system needs fixing. Then, you start replacing components, hoping you’ll fix the problem, unsuccessfully. Often, a vacuum leak makes […]

Engine Bearing Clearance – Is Way More Important Than You Think

12/30/2023

Engine bearing clearance, is very important and can cause early failures if not correct. Engine bearings should operate with, the least amount of engine bearing clearance as possible. So, tighter oil clearances, produce less peak […]

Zinc Additives In Engine Oil, Do We Need Them Anymore

12/28/2023

Zinc additives in engine oils, have been recommended by most engine manufacturers for years. So, why do we have lower zinc and phosphorus levels, in modern engine oils. Consequently, the American Petroleum Institute (API), has […]

New Spark Plugs, Improve Engine Performance And Efficiency

12/27/2023

New spark plugs, need to be installed, because spark plugs, do NOT last forever. One thing to keep in mind with respect to performance claims, is that spark plugs create horsepower. Because, that is false. […]

Using A Vacuum Gauge, To Test The Condition Of Your Engine

12/21/2023

So, have you ever thought about using a vacuum gauge, to check the condition of your engine. Consequently, this is similar to doing a cylinder leak down test, but in a much easier way. Vacuum […]

Interference Non-Interference Comparison

Interference Or Non Interference Engines, Timing Is Everything

12/19/2023

So, the term, interference or non-interference engine, makes a big difference, if you ever have a timing problem. And, if you ever have a broken timing belt or chain !! The cost of repairs for […]

Spark Plug – How Do I Read, The Condition Of My Spark Plugs

12/18/2023

Learning how to read the condition of a spark plug, can be a valuable tuning aid. You can determine a great deal about, your engine’s, overall operating condition. Usually, just by examining, the spark plugs […]

Fuel Leaks Are Dangerous - Find The Source, And Fixing It Safely

Fuel Leak – If You Smell Fuel, This Could Be A Sign Of A Fuel Leak

12/15/2023

Above all, you should never have, a fuel smell in your vehicle. So, if you smell fuel, this could be a sign of a fuel leak. A fuel leak can be dangerous, because it is […]

Engine Misfiring – What Can Cause It – Tracking Down The Problem

12/13/2023

What is engine misfiring and what are the main causes. Engine misfiring, is bad, so it’s best to find the problem and fix it as soon as possible. Because, engine misfiring reduces gas mileage and […]

Piston Rings – Signs Of Worn Piston Rings – How To Replace Them

12/11/2023

So, the first sign of worn out piston rings, is engine blow-by. Consequently, if you are seeing puffs of blue smoke out of the exhaust, it means the engine is burning oil. Also, with worn […]

Engine Noises – Where Are They Coming From – Are They Bad

12/07/2023

So, with a little practice, you can gain the experience and knowledge to know, what engine noises mean. You should always take the extra time, to make a proper noise analysis, before doing any engine […]

Engine Damage - Look For Gradual Deterioration, Before It's Too Late

Engine Damage – Look For Deterioration, Before It’s Too Late

12/05/2023

It’s not always easy to recognize, when your vehicle is suffering from possible engine damage. Many symptoms can be overlooked and seen as “normal.” (Engine Damage) While not all symptoms may threaten the life of […]

Top Dead Center - (TDC) Is When The Piston, Is At The Top Of Its Stroke

Top Dead Center – Is When The Piston, Is At The Top Of Its Stroke

12/04/2023

Top Dead Center (TDC) refers to, the point when the piston is at the absolute top, of its stroke. So, a piston can be at Top Dead Center (TDC), on the compression stroke or on […]

Engine Coolant Antifreeze – Engine Cooling And Testing Made Easy

12/03/2023

The job of engine coolant antifreeze, is to protect the engine, from severe temperature and corrosion. Always flush and replace your engine coolant antifreeze, at recommended intervals. Otherwise, it will break down and not perform […]