Crankshaft

Timing Belts – Connect Parts Together, To Operate In Sequence

04/26/2023

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. […]

Engine Bearing Replacement – Learn How Easy It Really Is

02/23/2023

Engine bearing replacement, is really not as hard as it sounds. So, if you have a bearing failure, learning how to replace engine bearings, can save you a ton of money. Consequently, doing your own […]

Harmonic Balancer – Function – Common Failure Warning Signs

02/21/2023

So, what is the main function of the harmonic balancer? Well, it is to absorb and reduce harmonic and torsional vibrations, from the engine. Consequently, your harmonic balancer is mounted, on the front of your […]

Engine Bearing – How They Actually Work – Failure Warning Signs

02/10/2023

An engine bearing is a small and relatively inexpensive component, of an internal combustion engines. However, failure of an engine bearing most often leads to, serious reconditioning work of the engine. Most often, including its […]

Timing Belt Failure – Most Common Failure And Warning Signs

01/13/2023

Timing belt failure, can cause catastrophic engine damage. But, timing belt failure, can be avoided, by keeping the timing belt, in good operating condition. So, timing belt failure, has always been a topic, no one […]

Crankshaft Damage – Happens More In Diesel Engines Than Gas

12/28/2022

So, a broken or cracked crankshaft, is considered major engine damage. But, the good thing is that, crankshaft damage, is not a very common occurrence. Crankshaft damage, can happen due to a casting or forging […]

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

11/14/2022

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 functionality, timing belts-chains or gears, are unique […]

Rear Main Rope Seal – Alternatives For Many Older Engines

08/15/2022

Firstly, using a rear main rope seal, is almost a thing of the past and has greatly diminished in use. So, the rear main rope seal worked well in its time, as long as you […]

Timing Belt – Transfers The Rotation Of The Crankshaft To The Camshaft

05/14/2022

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, […]

Crankshaft Thrust Bearing Failure – Causes And Remedies

05/03/2022

For years, both transmission and engine rebuilders, have struggled at times; to determine the cause, of crankshaft thrust bearing failure. Diagnosing a crankshaft thrust bearing failure, can sometimes be simple, but often is tricky. And, […]