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Ignition Timing – The Spark Plug Has To Fire At The Proper Time

08/04/2025

So, your engine needs proper ignition timing, to ignite the fuel at exactly the right time. But, what happens if the ignition system fires, at the wrong time. As a result, the air fuel mixture, […]

Engine Troubleshooting – Common Problems With Solutions

06/27/2025

Engine troubleshooting, is the most important part of any automotive repair. So, by proper engine troubleshooting, you won’t waste time and money fixing things that don’t need to be fixed. Engine troubleshooting as early as […]

Engine Problems Can Be Scary – Learn About The Common Ones

05/31/2025

For most people, diagnosing engine problems is not easy. And, can be scary to even think about. That’s why, our fear of the unknown, is what makes engine problems so scary. So, if you own […]

Testing to see why you have a Rough Idling Engine

Rough Idling Engine: What Does It Mean, How to Fix and Test It

02/24/2025

A rough idling engine is a common problem, of which the exact cause can be difficult to find. Also, the reasons for a rough idling engine can vary. With some being cheap easy fixes, and […]

Ignition Coil: Function, Coil Types, Failure Symptoms and Testing

02/14/2025

The function of the ignition coil is to produce a high voltage, from a low voltage. Because, the high voltage from your ignition coil, is needed to ignite the fuel, and start the engine. So, […]

Fuel Injectors: Usually Only Fail, In One Of Three Different Ways

02/05/2025

So, today’s fuel injectors are a vital part, of a complex fuel management system. Fuel injectors, are basically a spray nozzle, that atomizes the fuel. Then, performs the final stage of delivery, to the engine. […]

Spark Plug Health The Key to Optimal Engine Performance

Spark Plug Health Is Directly Linked, To Your Engines Performance

12/30/2024

Spark plug health, on today’s engines is very important, and if ignored, can cause serious problems. So, it stands to reason that, weak or bad spark plugs, are a big cause of concern. Spark plug health […]

Carbon Deposits On Back Of The Intake Valves

Carbon Deposits in Engines: Causes, Effects, and Prevention

12/14/2024

So, carbon deposits are formed, by the black soot that collects, and hardens in your engine. Consequently, every engine produces carbon. But, some engines are worse than others. So, the reason all engines have carbon, […]

Comparing Spark Plug Color For A Quick Diagnosis

Spark Plug Color: Learn The Symptoms And Recommendations

11/23/2024

A visual inspection of the spark plug color will display symptoms, and conditions of what’s happening inside your engine. So, the experienced technician, can analyze the plugs, and track down the root cause of many […]

Rough Engine Idle and Misfires When Cold: GM V8 Engines

11/21/2024

Rough Engine Idle and Misfires When Cold on GM 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L engines is common, and getting harder to diagnose. As, GM V8 engines are prone to a rough idle, and engine misfire when cold. […]