Does the intake valve open after TDC? Intake stroke. The piston is now at TDC, both the intake and exhaust valves are partially open. As the piston travels back down the cylinder, the exhaust valve goes fully shut and the intake valve goes fully open and starts to shut. Compression stroke. When is the bottom […]

What percentage of car accidents are caused by phones? It’s estimated that at least 23% of all car accidents each year involve cell phone use – that’s 1.3 million crashes. 3,331 people were killed and 387,000 were injured in accidents involving a distracted driver. 10% of fatal car accidents were reported to involve driver distraction. […]

What is the difference between 10W-30 and 10W-40 oil? The difference between 10W-30 and a 10W-40 is the high temperature viscosity. Obviously, a 10W-40 is thicker than a 10W-30 at high temperature. Using the correct viscosity oil eases starting, reduces friction, and slows wear. What oil should I put in my Chevy 350? In general, […]

What is the bolt pattern on a 2001 Lincoln LS? Lincoln – Vehicle Bolt Pattern Reference YEAR MAKE COMMENTS 2000 Lincoln 5 lug 4.25 inch or 108mm High Positive Offset 2001 Lincoln 5 lug 4.25 inch or 108mm High Positive Offset 2002 Lincoln 5 lug 4.25 inch or 108mm High Positive Offset 2003 Lincoln 5 […]

What does it mean when service tire monitor system comes on? When the TPMS light comes on – and stays on – at least one of your tires is at a low pressure level. Check the pressure of all of the tires with a gauge and determine the cause of pressure loss and add air […]

Why does my Microphone Make a high pitched squealing sound? Also referred to as ‘acoustic feedback’, the Larsen Effect or simply ‘feedback’, audio feedback is that high-pitched squeal you occasionally hear when you speak on a microphone. Why does my shower make a squealing noise? They put on a whole new unit (valve, whatever you […]

What can I do with a non operational car? If you choose to keep the vehicle while it is non-op’ed, you will need to park it on private property only. It will receive an expired/no registration citation, and may even be towed if either parked or driven on a public street, highway, freeway, or roadway. […]

How much horsepower does a Chevy 292 have? Performance. The Chevy 292 was an inline, six-cylinder engine with a bore and stroke of 3.875 inches by 4.125 inches and a compression ratio of 8.0-to-1. It achieved a maximum 165 gross-horsepower at 3,800 rpm and netted 147 horsepower at 3,600 rpm. How do you adjust a […]

What is the best fuel injector cleaner 2020? Editor’s Pick: Chevron Techron Concentrate Plus Fuel System Cleaner. Red Line Complete SI-1 Fuel System Cleaner (60103) Royal Purple Max-Clean Fuel System Cleaner and Stabilizer (11722) Liqui Moly Jectron Fuel Injection Cleaner. Sea Foam Motor Treatment (SF-16) Lucas Oil Deep Clean Fuel System Cleaner (10512) Which is […]

Which exhaust is louder Magnaflow or Flowmaster? Magnaflow: Straight through design, filled with acoustical packing material. Mufflers are louder than stock and gives your engine more power. Flowmaster: Chambered design, no packing material. Muffler has a consistent, tuned sound but provides less power. Is Magnaflow or Flowmaster better? Question: Is Magnaflow quieter than Flowmaster? Answer: […]