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Engine oil lubricates and cools the engine’s moving parts, reducing friction and wear. It also cleans the engine by carrying away contaminants and protects against corrosion and rust.

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Rear Engine Oil Leaks – Finding The Real Location Of The Leak

01/15/2024
Rear engine oil leaks, that are confused with a rear main seal leak, are usually an oil pan gasket leaking. Consequently, an oil pan gasket is also, much less expensive to replace, than a leaking […]
Engine Bearing Clearance - Is Way More Important Than You Think
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Engine Bearing Clearance – Is Way More Important Than You Think

12/30/2023
Engine bearing clearance, is very important and can cause early failures if not correct. Engine bearings should operate with, the least amount of engine bearing clearance as possible. So, tighter oil clearances, produce less peak […]
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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 […]
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Piston Rings – Signs Of Worn Piston Rings – How To Replace Them

12/11/2023
So, the first sign of worn out piston rings, is engine blow-by. Consequently, if you are seeing puffs of blue smoke out of the exhaust, it means the engine is burning oil. Also, with worn […]

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