Tracking Down the Coyote: Capturing Ford RestoMod Engine Work
One thing that is becoming popular is known as a “restomod.” This is the art of combining the old with the new. Even though newer body styles are not sought after to restore, the technology is what’s important. When restoring a nostalgic car, things like fuel injection, bigger brakes, independent front suspension, air conditioning and air ride tend to be hot topics. Engines of today outperform their predecessors along with five- and six-speed automatic and manual transmissions. So why not mix the two and have the style of yesterday with the technology of today?
Tomorrow’s Tech August 2014 Crossword Solution
Across 1. Cylinder sliders 5. Components returned for remanufacture 8. Unexpected engine stoppage 9. Combustion ____, explosive area 10. Inertia ____ seat belt 11. Mirror image (4,4) 13. Franchised vehicle vendor 15. Two-prong fastener, ____ pin 18. Ruined-fastener description 19. CV-joint cover 22. Engine-hood support (4,3) 23. Cylinder-repair sleeve 24. Showroom transactions 25. Increases cylinder’s
Tomorrow’s Tech August 2014 Crossword
Across 1. Cylinder sliders 5. Components returned for remanufacture 8. Unexpected engine stoppage 9. Combustion ____, explosive area 10. Inertia ____ seat belt 11. Mirror image (4,4) 13. Franchised vehicle vendor 15. Two-prong fastener, ____ pin 18. Ruined-fastener description 19. CV-joint cover 22. Engine-hood support (4,3) 23. Cylinder-repair sleeve 24. Showroom transactions 25. Increases cylinder’s
Engine Series: Cooler Heads Prevail
‘Pouring’ Over GM’s LT1 Engine and Reverse Flow Technology
Crossword Puzzle: February 2011
Across 1. Drum-brake system footwear 3. Battery hydrometer info, ____ gravity 9. Bearing components, perhaps 10. Japanese warrior’s Kawasaki motorcycle 11. OBD scan-tool data 12. With 8-Down, exhaust-manifold item 14. NY tags motto, The ____ State 16. Alternator’s stationary windings 19. Nickname for Chevrolet emblem (3,3) 21. Dwell ____, ignition-timing spec 24. Serpentine-belt pulley type
Service Advisor: “Pouring” Over GM’s LT1 Engine and its Reverse Flow Technology
Like the saying goes, ‘Cooler Heads Prevail’
Crossword Puzzle: September 2009
Across 1. Technician’s diagnostic drive (4,4) 5. Spindle synonym, ____ axle 9. Timing-belt alternative 10. Combination-wrench section (4,3) 11. Piston’s TDC to BDC travel 12. Fuel reservoirs 14. Adjective for auto-electric current 16. Negative battery cable 19. Item in power-window system 21. Intake-system item 24. Roadster accessory, ____ cover 25. Right-angle hydraulic or fuel fitting
Engine Series: Lining Up I-6 Engine Service
A Look into BMW’s Inline Six-Cylinder Powerplants
Crossword Puzzle: February 2009
Across 1. Piston’s lower section 4. Palindromic vehicle (4,3) 8. Engine-incontinence inhibitor (3,4) 9. Enlarged a cylinder’s diameter 10. Roof with removable, full-width panel 11. Carburetor valve type 13. Valvetrain component 15. Auto-repair facility 18. Briefly, twist-off cooling-system component (3,3) 20. Item found under distributor cap 23. Quick-start fluids’ volatile ingredient 24. Nationality of Lamborghini
Engine Tech: A Look Into the Future of Engines and Transmissions
GM – Powertrain Europe’s comprehensive Tech Show provides answers about how cars will be propelled in the future