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Emission Thermactor Plugs – For Small Block Ford Cylinder Heads

01/31/2024

So, ford has used emission thermactor plugs, for small block heads for many years. These emission thermactor plugs are useful, when installing a pair of emissions legal heads, on a non-emissions engine. So, ford designed […]

File Fit Piston Rings – How To Do It Properly, For Critical End-Gap

01/30/2024

File fit piston rings, are the next level of evolution, to properly seal your engines cylinders. So, the most critical thing to check when installing new piston rings, is the end-gap. Consequently, using file fit […]

Abnormal Exhaust Noise, Common On 02-05 Ford 6.0L Diesels

01/28/2024

Abnormal exhaust noise, on 02-05 Ford 6.0L Diesel Engines, is a growing concern, as these engines become older. Consequently, many of these engines would fail inspections. Because, of exhaust noise. So, the source of this […]

Valve Lash – Getting All The Facts For Setting And Adjustment

01/26/2024

The term “valve lash” is often used when talking about, valve train adjustment. A valve lifter follows the contour of the camshaft lobe, and transfers that motion to open and close the valves. (sometimes referred […]

Oil Mixed With Coolant – In The Cooling System – Cleaning Tips

01/24/2024

Engine oil mixed with coolant, in the cooling system, is very common. Especially, after a blown or leaking head gasket. So, you opened your coolant tank or the radiator cap, and see that the coolant […]

Rocker Arms Dislodging – Along With Valve Seats Falling Out

01/23/2024

Rocker arms dislodging on certain engines, is a common problem and is usually misdiagnosed. So, a customer comes in and complains of a poor running engine. After diagnosing it, you find engine misfire codes. And, […]

Automatic Shutdown (ASD) Relay – Function – Failure – Testing

01/22/2024

The function of the automatic shutdown (ASD) relay, is to shut off power to major systems. When the key is turned off, as a safety feature. So, when the automatic shutdown (ASD) relay is on. […]

Engine Thermostat Problems - Will Affect Your Car's Performance

Engine Thermostat Problems: Will Affect Your Engine’s Performance

01/22/2024

Almost all engine thermostat problems, will have some effect, on your car’s performance. The thermostats purpose, is to keep the engine at its, proper operating temperature. So, the engine thermostat, is just a simple valve. […]

Diesel Engine Issues – The Answers May Be In The Exhaust Smoke

01/20/2024

Diesel engine issues, are frustrating, and can be costly to repair. Computer generated fault codes, only go a certain distance, to point you in the direction of the problem. Consequently, finding and solving diesel engine […]

Crankshaft Position Sensors – Function, Failure, Diagnosis, Testing

01/18/2024

Crankshaft position sensors, produce a signal, that talks to the engine control module (ECM) / engine control unit (ECU). Consequently, providing the exact position of the crankshaft, as it rotates in the engine. So, now […]

Cylinder Leak Down Test – What Are The Results Telling You

01/16/2024

Doing a cylinder leak down test, especially in conjunction with a compression test. Should allow you to quickly determine, the basic condition of any engine. So, a compression test is a “dynamic test” (engine moving). […]