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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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Oil Mixed With Coolant - In The Cooling System - Cleaning Tips
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Oil Mixed With Coolant – In The Cooling System – Cleaning Tips

01/24/2024
Engine oil mixed with coolant, in the cooling system, is very common. Especially, after a blown or leaking head gasket. So, you opened your coolant tank or the radiator cap, and see that the coolant […]
Possible Oil Leaks at Rear of Engine
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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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