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Dannys Engine Portal
01.05.2024
Having a oil leak in spark plug well, can produce a variety of problems. Leading to misfires, increased oil consumption and excessive smoke.
30.04.2024
Installing a cylinder sleeve, can be a life saver. To either, repair a damaged cylinder or bring a worn cylinder, back to a smaller size.
The engine power balance test measures, the power a particular cylinder contributes, to the total power. And, is determined by engine (RPM).
27.04.2024
Installing a cylinder sleeve, can be a life saver. To either, repair a damaged cylinder bore or bring a worn cylinder, back to a smaller size.
25.04.2024
The automatic belt tensioner, maintains the correct amount of tension on the belt, at all times. While, absorbing and cushioning shock loads.
16.04.2024
After you have done a basic compression test, the next step is a wet compression test. It takes the basic compression test to the next level.
13.04.2024
So, sooner or later any car can develop a fluid leak. But, finding the source of the leak, can help you identify, what the fluid actually is.
05.04.2024
So, a water pump or a timing belt, will not last forever and will eventually wear out and fail. Many times starting to leak or make noise.
01.04.2024
So, the idle air control valve (IAC), is responsible for managing the engine's idle speed. Decreasing or increasing, depending on conditions.
23.03.2024
(O2) oxygen sensors, are used to confirm that the proper air fuel ratio, is reaching the engine, by measuring what is coming out the exhaust.
19.03.2024
The (EGR) valve system, is designed to help minimize, harmful oxides of nitrogen, in the air we breathe. Through, exhaust gas recirculation.
18.03.2024
As a vehicle owner it's important that you're, constantly on the lookout for symptoms of common engine problems. Before they actually happen.
15.03.2024
Engine surging, will cause the engine to momentarily lose normal engine (rpms), but then, all of a sudden it regains, normal engine speed.
10.03.2024
Valve train noise, is similar to a clicking sound, of a sewing machine. The sound frequency of the noise, is one-half the crankshaft speed.
08.03.2024
When your engine cranks but no start, can be common. But, what if, ignition, fuel, and compression were all checked and are all working good.
05.03.2024
Is your engine is overheating, or shows signs of running hotter than normal. Then, you may have a problem, with your electric cooling fan.
04.03.2024
Cylinder bore deglazing is the process of conditioning the surface finish of the cylinder walls. Allowing for proper lubrication and sealing.
03.03.2024
The (ECT) sensor, is an engine management system sensor, that is used to monitor, the temperature of the engine’s coolant.
01.03.2024
So, engine hesitation, can make your vehicle seem like, its bogging down, misfiring or stumbling, when you hit the gas pedal, to accelerate.
28.02.2024
Mechanical engine misfires will not go away by themselves and will only get worse over time. Becoming, more intense, as your (RPM)s increase.
27.02.2024
So, starter problems, may be caused by poor maintenance, or just wear and tear. They don't last forever and at some point, they will fail.
24.02.2024
The ball hone tool, is great if you are only trying to, freshen a cylinder prior to re-ringing. Because, it is not, a material removal tool.
23.02.2024
Gas in oil lowers the viscosity of engine oil, which affects engine lubrication and causes scoring of the cylinder walls and engine bearings.
20.02.2024
So, Crankshaft - Camshaft Position Sensors, serve the same purpose as, the ignition pickup and trigger wheel, in an electronic distributor.
17.02.2024
When your engine cranks, but fails to start, it could be because of no spark. So, you can crank the engine all day, but it will never start.
14.02.2024
The engine bottom end parts, are by far the most important parts of the engine. And, it is made up of it's own list of components.
12.02.2024
The function of the (EVAP) evaporative emission control system, is to trap and store emissions. So, they do not escape into the atmosphere.
10.02.2024
So, using a rear main rope seal, is almost a thing of the past and has greatly diminished in use. Alternative seals, can make the job easier.
08.02.2024
If you have coolant mixed with oil in the engine, you will notice a thick, milky or gravy like substance. A tell-tale sign, you have issues.
07.02.2024
Leakage from gaskets or valves? Use a Bubble Test to identify potential cylinder sealing issues. Find out how with this blog post!
06.02.2024
The GM 6.6L Duramax diesel, seems to be causing a lot of controversy. One big issue is, what is correct head gasket, is for this application.
05.02.2024
The fuel pump runs continuously, when the engine is running, delivering high-pressure fuel, to the fuel rail and injectors. While cooling it.
01.02.2024
Ford designed these emission thermactor plugs, to have multiple uses. Including, Emission/Thermactor hook ups and accessory-drive brackets.
31.01.2024
File fit piston rings, are the next level of evolution, to properly seal your engines cylinders. So, the most critical thing, is the end-gap.
30.01.2024
Almost 90% of all rear engine oil leaks, were actually leaks in the pan gasket, rocker covers, side covers. But, not rear main oil seals.
Rocker arms dislodging on certain engines, is a common problem and is usually misdiagnosed. Sticking valves and loose valve seats are common.
Abnormal exhaust noise on 02-05 Ford 6.0L Diesel Engines, is a growing concern, as these engines become older. Usually, the exhaust gasket.
Valve lash, is needed, so the metal parts of the valvetrain, can expand when they warm up. But, still not move the valves in any way.
The function of the automatic shutdown (ASD) relay, is to shut off power to major systems. When the key is turned off, as a safety feature.
Engine oil mixed with coolant in the cooling system, is very common. Especially, after a leaking head gasket or bad radiator. Cleaning tips.