Engine Oil Consumption

Engine Lubrication Problems – Lack Of Oil, Causing Engine Wear

09/17/2023

So, a poor maintenance routine, is the biggest cause, of engine lubrication problems. And, extended oil change intervals, are partly responsible for low engine oil levels and subsequent, engine lubrication problems. As a result, excessive […]

Valve Stem Seal Failure – Follow The Symptoms And Conditions

05/28/2023

The purpose of the valve stem seal, is to prevent the oil from the cylinder head, entering the combustion chamber. So, the valve stem seal, plays a critical role in, controlling valve lubrication, as well […]

Oil Consumption Has Many Causes, But, Worn Bearings Add To It

05/23/2023

Oil consumption is something nobody wants. But, worn engine bearings can make it even worse ? Engine oil consumption past rings, will only get worse, when engine bearings begin to wear out. So, oil consumption […]

Engine Oil Consumption, Is On The Rise, Where It Go’s And Why

04/10/2023

So, engine oil consumption, is now going up, as the oil change intervals, become higher. But, most modern engines, don’t suffer from, engine oil consumption. That’s why, many vehicle owners, forget to regularly check their […]

Burning Oil – Blue Smoke Is Coming Out Of My Exhaust Pipe

01/27/2023

It can be a gut wrenching feeling, to start your vehicle and find smoke spewing out of the exhaust pipe. Signs of burning oil, are usually accompanied by, Blue Smoke from the exhaust. For most, […]

Engine Piston Rings – How Do They Work – How Can They Fail

12/08/2022

Engine piston rings, have the most important job, of sealing the combustion chamber. So, they need to ensure that, no oil reaches the combustion chamber, while keeping the compression in the cylinder. Most engine piston […]

Valve Stem Seals – Basic Function, Seal Types, Failure Symptoms

11/18/2022

Valve stem seals, control the lubrication of the valve stem, as it moves up and down in the valve guide. By specific design, all valve stem seals are made to include, a precisely controlled leak. […]

Piston Rings - Signs Of Worn Piston Rings And How To Replace Them

Piston Rings – Signs Of Worn Piston Rings – How To Replace Them

07/13/2022

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 […]

Valve Guide Wear – Can Cause Other Major Damage, Besides Burning Oil

05/19/2022

Valve guide wear, refers to excessive clearance, between valve stem and valve guide. As valve guides wear, the side to side movement, can cause valves to seat improperly. Valve leakage, causing compression loss, is another […]

Engine Rebuild Reasons – Low Compression And Oil Consumption

04/14/2022

So, the most common reasons to do a engine rebuild are, loss of compression and or excessive engine oil consumption. Consequently, what’s important now, is to recognize the signs of trouble, before you end up […]