So, we have added a miscellaneous topics section, for more engine help.
It will include some of the frustrating, but common problems out there. Firstly, we will talk about the basic operation of the engine. And, then some of the many issues people have every day.
Choose Your Help Topic Below
Fuel Wash – What is it – Check If You Have It – Common Causes
Interference Or Non Interference Engines, Timing Is Everything
Reduced Engine Power Warning Light – What To Do And Why?
Engine Troubleshooting Common Problems, With Solutions
Repeat Engine Failures From Not Diagnosing The Original Problem
Hydrolocked Engine – What Does It Mean – Possible Damage
Valve Lash Setting – Top End Ticking Noise, Usually The First Sign
Top Dead Center – Is When The Piston, Is At The Top Of Its Stroke
File Fit Piston Rings – How To Do It Properly, For Critical End-Gap
Ball Hone – How To Get The Perfect Finish, For Piston Ring Sealing
Emission Thermactor Plugs – For Small Block Ford Cylinder Heads
Rear Main Rope Seal – Alternatives For Many Older Engines
Rocker Arms Dislodging – Along With Valve Seats Falling Out
Flexplate – What Does It Do ? – What Can Happen If It Fails ?
Harmonic Balancer – Function – Common Failure Warning Signs
Pushrods – On G.M. 3.1-3.4 Engines – This Is Where Length Matters !
Valve Springs Can Cause, Floating Valves And Pumped Up Lifters
Valve Lash – Getting All The Facts For Setting And Adjustment
Broken Bolt – Stud Removing – Can Be A Frustrating Time Waster
Intermittent Temperature Related Engine Problems, Where To Start
BY DANNY BENDER