Autolite Team Sees Spark Plug Market Move to Finewire and 12mm with Focus on Coil-On-Plug Ignition Systems
The premium plug has sparked a revolution in the combustion chamber of the North American new car market. As engine designs evolve, the original equipment spark plug market is experiencing a fundamental shift away from basic spark plugs.
Tech Tip: Ford Diesel 7.3L Injector Replacement Tips
Possible engine damage can result from oil and/or fuel entering the cylinder piston area. Engine oil and fuel galleys run between the fuel injectors in the cylinder heads. When the injector is removed, oil and fuel can enter into the combustion chamber and collect on top of the piston. This will dilute the engine oil and can potentially cause major engine damage from hydraulic lock-up upon starting. The hydraulic lock-up can also cause damage to the starter, flywheel, cylinder heads and valve train components ….
Tech Tip: Uncovering the Cause of a Burned Piston
My engine burned a piston. What does that mean and why did it happen? Answer: It means the piston failed due to excessive heat in the combustion chamber. A burned piston will typically have a melted appearance, or a hole burned completely through the top of the piston. Aluminum can only withstand so much heat, and when it gets too hot, it melts. The underlying cause is usually detonation and/or ….
Tech Tip: Spark Plugs Work Hard the Entire Time the Engine is Running
Spark plugs are the business end of the ignition system. The electrodes at the tip of the plug are located inside the combustion chamber of each cylinder. When the ignition system sends a jolt of high voltage current to the plug, a spark jumps across the gap. This ignites the air/fuel mixture to produce power and keep the engine running. The spark plugs are working hard the entire time the engine is running. From the first moment the engine is cranked until it is ….
Mercedes-Benz Fuel Pumps
Mercedes-Benz has long been a pioneer of GDI.
VarioCam: Understanding Porsche’s VVT Technology
Originally developed for the 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo, VarioCam changes the valve timing to increase power & reduce emissions.
Timing BMW VANOS N53 And N54
To service them, you will need the appropriate toolset to lock the crank and camshaft.
VW/Audi PCV Service
The PCV valve regulates the flow of gases from the crankcase.
Carbon Deposits and Direct Injection Engines
The primary cause of these problems is that fuel and added detergents are not hitting the back of the intake valves.
BMW Headgasket Replacement
To service them, you will need the appropriate toolset to lock the crank and camshaft.
