Engine Compression Testing
Read this article to find out how to reduce rotating friction and increase running compression.
VIDEO: Can You Replace Spark Plugs On A Hot Engine?
Installing a spark plug with the engine hot can change the torque specification. This video is sponsored by Autolite.
JASPER Offers Ford 3.5L EcoBoost Turbo GDI Engine
The engine is covered by a nationwide, transferable parts and labor warranty of up to three years or 100,000 miles.
The Complexities Of Modern Timing
The technology that leads to more fuel efficiency and performance also means increased complexity with timing components.
VIDEO: Hot Or Cold Spark Plug Torque
We discuss how and when spark plugs should be installed. This video is sponsored by Autolite.
Base Engine Tech Boom
The OE base engines in the past were usually low-tech engines that didn’t pack the same technology as the optional engines. But, the base 2.7L four-cylinder engine on the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado packs a lot of technology.
Why Is Carbon An Issue Now?
The early 2000s was the golden age of port fuel injection. Carbon deposit problems had gone the way of worn ignition points and V-belts.
What Kills An Ignition Coil?
Modern ignition coils are typically located between two camshafts on the valve cover and exposed to dirt and oil. But, even if a coil is mounted in a cool, clean and vibration-free environment, if the gap on the spark plug is not correct or there are issues with high resistance in the cylinder, it won’t take long for a coil to fail.
Advanced Belt Noise Diagnostics
One of the noisiest components under the hood of a vehicle can be the belt and the drive components. Noise is not the fault of the belt, but the result of how the power comes from the crankshaft and the components attached to the belt.
VIDEO: The Dipstick Can Tell A Lot About A Vehicle
Andrew Markel tells how just looking at the dipstick can tell a lot about how a customer has maintained a vehicle. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
VIDEO: Diagnosing Overheating Issues
Andrew Markel talks engine overheating, and four strategic tips to make the diagnosis efficient and effective. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
Cranky Crankshaft Seals
Sometimes the least expensive parts are the most time-consuming to replace. This is the case with crankshaft oil seals.
