Camshaft

Timing Belt Basics – Avoid the Unexpected Cost of Engine Damage

10/14/2025

A timing belt is one of those things that’s critical to replace; according to the auto manufacturer’s schedule. Timing belt replacement is most often between every 75,000 and 100,000 miles. So, check your owner’s manual […]

Timing Belts: Connect Parts Together, To Operate In Sequence

09/07/2024

Timing belts have replaced timing chains, in most of the vehicles on the road today. And, this belt is totally different, from “V-belts” or “Serpentine belts”. Because, this belt performs, a much more important job. […]

Timing Belt vs Timing Gear vs Timing Chain

Timing Belts – Chains Or Gears, All Do The Same Thing, Differently

05/22/2024

SO, TIMING BELTS – CHAINS OR GEARS, ALL PERFORM THE SAME FUNCTION. Consequently, their job is to synchronize, the rotation of the crankshaft and camshaft. But, despite having the same job, timing belts – chains […]

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 […]