Audi TFSI Boost Control Diagnostics
The signs of a leaking turbocharger system start with a lack of power or random misfires on Audi and VW engines.
Universal Valve Adjustment Tool from Schley
This two-in-one tool features a window in its socket so the technician can see the position of the screwdriver blade.
Race Winning Brands Acquires Victory 1 Performance
Victory manufactures titanium, inconel and stainless-steel intake and exhaust valves and other valvetrain components.
Engine Tech: Understanding Valve Seats & Guides
A significant percentage of valve seat failures are due to wrong parts or incorrect valvetrain geometry.
Aging Plastic Intake Components May Cause Leaks
BMW valve covers and intake manifolds made of plastic are susceptible to warpage and gasket failure.
Elgin PRO-STOCK Expands Ford 5.0L Coyote Engine Offering
These naturally aspirated, DOHC engines are found in Mustang GT, Mustang Boss 302 and F150 models.
JEGS Hydraulic Valve Lifter Removal Tool
Save time and frustration with stuck lifters.
VIDEO: The Importance Of Valve Stem Seals
Doug Kaufman explains what it means when a valve stem seal is damaged. Sponsored by MAHLE.
Valves & Seats: There’s More Than Meets The Eye
The valves and seats in an internal combustion engine play a central role in engine breathing, compression, performance and longevity. It doesn’t matter if an engine has two, three, four or even five valves per cylinder or if the engine is gas or diesel because the valves all do the same thing: they open and close to allow air into the cylinders and exhaust to exit the cylinders.
Valve Timing Case Study Tech Tip
In this excerpt from Dave Scaler’s complete training program ‘Base Engine Analysis,’ Dave shares a quick case study on a Pontiac Grand Am with a Quad 4 that came in with misfire DTCs. He discusses the diagnostic procedures and details of the compression test on this vehicles Quad 4. He gives some best practices and helpful hints for dealing with valve timing issues like those exhibited in this case study.
