Apr 25th 2024
When or when not to soak liftersSo why should you soak hydraulic lifters before installing them? The answer has to do with getting optimal protection and performance. This pre-installation ritual is l…
Published by Steve Koch, Northern Auto Parts
Mar 18th 2024
What is "Cam Break In Oil" and how important is it? So you just finished up with an engine rebuild. Or maybe you have a brand-new assembly that’s all ready to go. Well, there's one more important st…
Published by Steve Koch, Northern Auto Parts
Mar 18th 2024
Can I Still Purchase Shim Head Gaskets For My Old Chevy Engine? For fans of vintage Chevrolets, maintaining the heart of these classics is a labor of love. Among the many components that demand atte…
Published by Regal Patnaud, Northern Auto Parts
Feb 16th 2024
What are TTY (torque to yield) bolts? In your car’s engine, bolts are more than just fasteners. They can be critical to the performance and integrity of an engine. Among the types of bolts used, Tor…
Published by Regal Patnaud, Northern Auto Parts
Feb 7th 2024
What are the benefits of a "Stroker Engine"? A stroker engine is a modified version of a standard engine designed to increase displacement and power. This modification typically involves changing th…
Published by Regal Patnaud, Northern Auto Parts
Jan 29th 2024
How important is the proper torque converter in a performance engine?Every component in your car’s engine plays a role in ensuring that it runs efficiently and with enough power. Among these is the to…
Published by Regal Patnaud, Northern Auto Parts
Jan 7th 2024
When it comes to automotive engineering, efficiency and innovation go hand in hand. Displacement on Demand (DoD) is a technology designed to enhance engine efficiency and reduce fuel consumption. This…
Published by Steve Koch, Northern Auto Parts
Dec 20th 2023
Active Fuel Management (AFM) is a system designed by automakers to automatically deactivate some of the engine's cylinders under specific driving conditions, such as cruising or light load situations.…
Published by Regal Patnaud, Northern Auto Parts
Dec 8th 2023
Rod bearings are essential components in any engine, particularly in performance engines where precision and durability are crucial. These bearings act as support points between the crankshaft and con…
Published by Steve Koch, Northern Auto Parts
Nov 19th 2023
Piston rings are small components responsible for sealing the combustion chamber, regulating oil consumption, and transferring heat from the piston to the cylinder wall. Among the various types of pis…
Published by Steve Koch, Northern Auto Parts
Nov 14th 2023
A Thumpr camshaft is known for its distinctive, aggressive lope at idle and its ability to offer significant low-end torque. It's a term often used to describe camshafts designed to give a car's engin…
Published by Steve Koch, Northern Auto Parts
Nov 14th 2023
Engine compression is one of those terms that automotive enthusiasts and mechanics often toss around, but its significance extends beyond the confines of garages and racetracks. Engine compression is…
Published by Steve Koch, Northern Auto Parts
