The engines of yesteryear were pretty simple, with tappets clackity-clacking away on cam lobes, opening valves, and making a ruckus while doing it. Mechanical lifters were adequate for valve operation ...

Lifters and camshafts are vital to your engine’s heartbeat, but design quirks, oiling issues, and neglect can make them the first parts to fail. From the infamous HEMI tick to metal shavings in your ...

Engines are incredibly complex. They are made out of thousands of different parts, exposed to high temperatures, and have lots of moving parts. This leaves many potential pain points an engine can ...

Why ticking happens: Ticking occurs when a lifter cannot maintain zero lash due to wear, sludge, or poor oil flow, creating a rhythmic tap that follows engine RPM. High‑risk engines: Engines like ...

Last month's "How It Works" story gave you the basics of the four-stroke cycle, describing the motion of the intake and exhaust valves in relation to the piston moving up and down in the cylinder.

The Cummins 6.7L turbo diesel engine entered its fifth generation in 2019. In addition to improved output of up to 400 horsepower and 1,000 pound-feet of torque, the new engine's valve train featured ...

Basic engine education is much like basic sex education: There are hundreds of well-written, informative books on the subject but only a handful of the interested people are willing to expend the time ...