A Closer Look at Crankshafts
With the great power of the engine comes the great responsibility of the crankshaft.
A Closer Look At Subaru
The distinctive boxer engine and a strong commitment to safety are a few of the things that set the automaker apart.
Crank It Up! Understanding Crankshaft Materials
Fortunately for our customers, this costly chunk of iron or steel isn’t a regular replacement item. Unfortunately for many counter professionals, this also means they may not be all that familiar with the basics of crankshaft materials, design and selection.
Adcole Crankshaft Gages Feature New Programming Interface for 2016
MARLBOROUGH, MA–(Marketwired – Feb 2, 2016) – Adcole Corporation has introduced a new programming interface for their Model 1100 and 1200 Crankshaft Gages which simplifies part programming, sequence building, and reporting. Adcole is recognized by leading engine manufacturers for manufacturing the world’s highest accuracy machines for measuring camshafts, crankshafts, and pistons.
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. Introduces Nearly 60 New Part Numbers For A Range Of Applications
The new part numbers include various types of bearings, gaskets, pistons, piston rings, filters and thermostats.
Engine Parts Last Longer Than Ever Before
Many engine hard parts are not kept in stock but are ordered from a warehouse or distributor as needed. So it’s important to let your customers know that some parts may not be available for immediate delivery.
Rebuilding The 6.6L Duramax Diesel
It was really no surprise, since GM had single-handedly alienated the American buying public against the diesel engine beginning back in the late ’70s and early ’80s with the 5.7L V8 and 4.3L V6 diesel engines that were, let’s just say, “less than stellar.” While there’s no point now in rehashing mistakes of the past,
Building Pontiac Excitement
Each GM division had its own engineering staffs and even its own assembly plants. There was very little parts interchange between the different divisions. Each unit had its own engines. Each division had its own personality. When Bunkie Knudsen became general manager of Pontiac in June of 1956 he set the world on fire. His
ASE PS2 Test Preparation Guide: Engine Parts
● BEARINGS — Provide support for the crankshaft and camshaft. A thin film of oil between the bearings and shafts reduce friction and prevent wear. Most late model original equipment engine bearings are aluminum, or aluminum with a steel backing. Older engines typically use tri-metal (babbit and copper/lead over steel) rod and main bearings. Worn
ASE PS2 Test Preparation Guide: Engine Mechanical Parts
Major engine components include the block, crankshaft, main and rod bearings, connecting rods, pistons and rings, oil pump, camshaft, lifters or followers, pushrods, valves, springs, retainers, rocker arms, valve guides, seals and seats, and timing gears, timing chain or timing belt.