Modern engines contain hundreds – nay – likely thousands of different parts. There are valves and springs, at least one camshaft, engines also have bearing inserts, an oil pump, numerous gaskets, ...

A small gap with big importance in the performance and health of an engine - here's everything you need to know.

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Time was when a valve job was done with some valve-grinding compound and a vacuum cup on a stick. But no more. Today's high performance engines require the same machining precision in the valves that ...

Does your engine need a valve adjustment? It depends on the age, condition and brand of vehicle you’re driving. Due to the popularization of roller-follower valve train designs that reduce friction ...

Major and minor valve seat diameters are most easily checked for consistency with a pair of dividers during seat grinding operation. This assures proper seat width. The answer to the question posed by ...