Oil Leaks
Oil Pan Gasket Leak – Diagnosing And Confirming The Leak
The oil pan gasket seals the oil pan to the bottom of the engine. It is not uncommon for the oil pan gasket to wear out and start leaking oil. When a gasket is damaged, […]
Gaskets-Seals
Smoking-Engine-Exhaust
Burning Oil – Blue Smoke May Only Be Part Of The Problem
It can be a gut wrenching feeling to start your vehicle and find smoke spewing out of the exhaust pipe. For most, it leaves them feeling anxious and panicked that they will have to dip […]
Engine Oil-Additives
Lubrication Problems – How Does That Cause Your Engine To Fail
A poor maintenance routine is the biggest cause of engine lubrication problems. A neglected engine that needs to be repaired or replaced is typically the costliest issue a driver can face. Extended oil change intervals […]
Mechanical Problems
Pushrods On G.M. 3.1-3.4 Engines – This Is Still Going On !!!
Exhaust and Intake Pushrods on G.M. 3.1 and 3.4 engines are different lengths. Quite often I am seeing bent pushrods and valves when they are mixed up. Consequently, Exhaust pushrods on G.M. 3.1 and […]
Head Gasket Leaks
Blown Head Gasket Symptoms-What You Should Be Looking For
So, A blown head gasket can lead to repairs to the tune of $1000 to $3000. Every modern car has this gasket but they vary in their thickness and construction based on the manufacturer’s design […]
Engine Sealing-Gaskets And Seals-Knowing The Facts
Valve Cover Gasket – What Can Go Wrong And Why
The valve cover sits on top of the cylinder head and does just what its name suggests, covers the valves. The valve cover gasket is what seals this cover to the cylinder head. Most valve […]
Engine Testing Procedures and Fixes
Cylinder Power Balance Test – Total Power Output Of The Engine
The cylinder power balance test can be a great way to pinpoint a cylinder that’s under performing. This is an indication a cylinder is not working as well as the other cylinders in the engine. […]