By Mike Mavrigian For engines designed to produce high levels of both horsepower and torque, only high quality aftermarket forged steel, aluminum or titanium rods should be considered. Connecting rods provide the critical connection between the crankshaft and the pistons.…
By Chuck Lynch Magazine articles, like novels, are more than words on paper or a screen. They are a glimpse into the personality of the author. We who like to read, find authors with a style that resonates with us…
Rewarding. Frustrating. Worthwhile. Or somewhere in between… By Steve Scott Failure analysis of heavy-duty diesel and natural gas engines can be one of the most rewarding—or most maddening—parts of the job. Some failures practically diagnose themselves, while others seem determined…
By Francisco Aristizabal Failure analysis theory in internal combustion engines occurs in stages and is a detailed process that allows you to identify in a scientific way the root causes of the failures. Engine operation conditions must be considered, the…
