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Engine sludge is the thick, dark substance that can build up and clog the oil passages within engines. Sludge build-up can lead to reduced gas mileage, decreased engine performance and, in some cases, engine seizure. Once sludge builds up in an engine, it is difficult, if not impossible, to remove!
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Engine News and Tips: What Is Engine Sludge?
October 29th, 2009
Engine News: Engines / Motors run better in cold weather.
October 18th, 2009
It’s true, internal combustion engines or motors as some of us call them, run stronger in cold weather or cold air to be more precise. Have you ever noticed your car or truck engine seems to be peppier in cold weather? It is not magic, it is a basic scientific law.
The way this power increase [...]
Need Free Engine Tips and Advise? Call a Professional….
October 7th, 2009
If you read the GotEngines.com engines blog with any regularity, you probably know I’m a retired transmission shop owner. I have been a transmission rebuilder since about 1976. I opened my shop in 1981 and sold it right before the economy crashed in February 2006. Just because I rebuilt transmissions does not mean I am [...]
Engine Tips: How do you know if a car you’re buying has flood damage?
September 18th, 2009
Well, there’s the obvious stuff: fish in the backseat, a lobster trap hanging off the headrest, a bathtub ring at the level of the inside door handles, you sit in the driver’s seat and your butt gets wet.
Assuming none of those obvious signs are present, you might see mineral deposits or discoloration on [...]
Engine News & Tips: Avoid Buying a Flood-Damaged Car
September 14th, 2009
Consumers may want to add hurricane and water damage to the list of things to look for when purchasing a used car. Of the approximately 2 million vehicles in the Gulf Coast region, it’s estimated that 250,000 to 500,000 automobiles were severely damaged by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. It’s unclear how many of these flood-damaged [...]
Engine Tips: How to Stay Cool While Saving Fuel
August 14th, 2009
What is most efficient way to get the best mileage out of your cars engine, driving with the windows down, no A/C or using the air conditioning with the windows up? The answer will surprise most people.
Not only is it more fuel efficient to drive with the air conditioning on than with the A/C [...]
Engine Tips: When Your Engine Does Not Crank Up
August 8th, 2009
After putting in your keys in the ignition and after the nth time you still could not start your car, what do you do? Take it easy. It is not the end of the world yet. You may not need to buy a used engine. Maybe you can try checking first if you can troubleshoot [...]
Engine Repair Tips: Leak at rear engine main seal..
August 2nd, 2009
Here is an engine repair tip for fixing a leak on a hard metal shaft where the old seal wore a groove. Usually occurring to the front engine crankshaft seal or to the rear engine crankshaft seal. When the groove gets to deep for a Kwik-Sleeve to solve, you may be looking for an engine [...]
Engine tips- Rebuilt engine wifes tales..
July 15th, 2009
Question: My next-door neighbor tells me I should add a quart of automatic transmission fluid to my 2002 Corvette’s gas tank before I put it away for the winter. He says this will keep the gas from gelling and preventing the possible need for a replacement engine. Is this another old wives’ tale?
Answer: [...]
Used Car Buyers internet tools don’t say as much as a good look..
June 9th, 2009
The good news is that car purchases are on the rise. Surprised? Don’t be, I’m talking about used cars and trucks. I was reading this vibe on used car buying tools, on the Auto Channel and found them interesting and helpful.
Used cars are selling faster than new cars because with such a poor economy and [...]
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