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Wet Compression Testing Is A Step Up, From A Regular Test

04/21/2024

AFTER YOU HAVE DONE A BASIC COMPRESSION TEST, THE NEXT STEP IS, WET COMPRESSION TESTING. Above all, an engine needs a good seal between the rings, and the cylinder walls. Also, between the valves, and —READ-MORE

Motorcycle Spring Tune Up Tips – How To Stay Safe On The Road

04/06/2024

In light of the ensuing motorcycle season, I wanted to bring you some motorcycle spring tune up tips. Above all, before you hit the open road. I know it is still early, But, as the —READ-MORE

GM 6.6L Duramax Diesel Replacing Head Gaskets

GM 6.6L Duramax Diesel: Choosing The Correct Head Gasket

04/05/2024

So, the GM 6.6L Duramax Diesel, seems to be causing a lot of controversy. Consequently, one big issue is, what is the correct head gasket for this application. As a result, many installers are just —READ-MORE

Water Pump And Timing Belt Replacement – Tips And Instructions

04/04/2024

ON MOST NEWER ENGINES THE WATER PUMP TIMING BELT, IS WHAT ENSURES THE COOLANT, KEEPS MOVING THROUGH YOUR ENGINE. AND, HELPS THE ENGINE MAINTAIN A CONSISTENT, AND OPTIMUM OPERATING TEMPERATURE. But, a water pump or —READ-MORE

Idle Air Control Valve (IAC) Mounted on Engine

Idle Air Control Valve (IAC), Function, Failure Symptoms – Testing

03/31/2024

SO, THE IDLE AIR CONTROL VALVE, IS RESPONSIBLE FOR MANAGING THE ENGINES IDLE SPEED. And, that’s what makes the idle air control valve, a major management component of the engine. Because, it decreases or increases —READ-MORE

Common Engine Problems – Noises, Leaks, Overheating, And Fuel

03/17/2024

We all know it’s important to take care of your vehicle’s engine. But, there are some common engine problems, that just get overlooked. So, as a vehicle owner it is important that you’re constantly on —READ-MORE

Listening for Valve Train Noise Under Hood

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

03/09/2024

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 —READ-MORE

Compression Leak Between Cylinders - No Coolant Or Oil Leaks

Compression Leak Between Cylinders: Without Any Coolant or Oil Leaks

03/08/2024

So, having a compression leak between cylinders, can allow the compression, to leak from one cylinder to the next. This causes a loss of compression, and sometimes, allows exhaust gasses, back into the intake, depending —READ-MORE

Engine Cranks But No Start – Ignition, Fuel, Compression Are Good

03/07/2024

When your engine cranks but no start. It usually means your engine is having trouble, producing a spark, getting fuel, or creating compression. But, what if, ignition, fuel, and compression were all checked. and are —READ-MORE

Electric Cooling Fan: What Can Stop It From Working Properly

03/04/2024

Is your engine is overheating, or shows signs of running hotter than normal. Then, you may have a problem, with your electric cooling fan. Electric cooling fans are used, to move air through the radiator, —READ-MORE