Your car’s engine generates intense heat. Keeping it cool is vital, and that’s where coolant comes in. Many wonder: “Does coolant level rise when the engine is hot?” The answer is yes. This normal expansion is crucial for your car’s health. We’ll explore why this happens and what to look for. what is engine coolant? … Read more
Your car’s engine fights a hidden enemy: “fouling.” Carbon and gunk silently build up, robbing power and wasting fuel. It’s a real drag on performance. I’ve seen it firsthand. But there’s a powerful solution. I’m talking about Shell FuelSave engine oil. It actively cleans and protects, stopping this gunk in its tracks. It’s more than … Read more
Knocking can harm engines. It means uncontrolled fuel burning. Using the right oil helps. Thicker oils, like 10W-40 or 20W-50, can reduce it. High-mileage oils also work. They have additives to protect parts. Synthetics offer better film strength. This reduces friction. Less friction means less knocking. The goal is to quiet the engine. Choose oil … Read more
This knocking sound is very disturbing. You may want an answer that you can trust so that you know the right information. That’s why we’ve tried to provide clear information about rod knock. Can thick oil fix rod knock? No, it can’t. Heavy oil can reduce the noise for a while. It does this by … Read more
You’ve come to the right place for easy answers and practical advice. We’ll discuss the real deal of using flex seals to deal with annoying oil leaks. Can flex seals reliably fix oil leaks? I’d say no. But, while they can provide a temporary seal to fix minor leaks, they’re not a long-term solution due … Read more
You’ve come to the right place for easy answers to your engine problems. We’ll explain the intricacies of oil additives and engine knocking with clarity and insight. Do oil additives stop engine knocking? Some oil additives, such as octane boosters or cleaning agents that target carbon deposits, can temporarily reduce mild engine knocking caused by … Read more
You know those little metal rings inside your engine? Yeah, they’re called piston rings. They’re, like, super important. They help your engine last a long time. If they get worn out, your car starts using a lot of oil. And it doesn’t run as smoothly. You’ll notice it. Your car won’t be as powerful. And, … Read more
We’ve spent years dissecting diesel engine maintenance, from the intricacies of oil viscosity to the precise functions of fuel additives. Consider this your guide, informed by practical experience and technical understanding. For diesel engines, both high-quality engine oil and fuel additives play crucial roles in maintaining performance and longevity, but they address different aspects of … Read more
The cylinder head gasket seals the engine block to the cylinder head, withstands intense combustion pressures, and isolates oil and coolant. In contrast, the valve cover gasket seals the valve cover to the cylinder head, preventing oil leakage from the valve train area. Want to know how to spot the signs of gasket failure, understand … Read more
Dealing with a coolant leak right after changing the water pump is just plain annoying. I’ve been there, and I know how it feels when you think you’ve fixed one problem only to end up with another. So, if you’re seeing coolant dripping after replacing the water pump, it’s usually because the gasket didn’t seal … Read more
