Engine noise makes us more nervous than any other automotive sound because noise can mean expense and inconvenience. And, sometimes engine noise is nothing more than a normal dynamic of the engine’s ...
Back in 1983, I inherited my grandfather's 1973 Buick Apollo, equipped with a low-mileage Buick 350 V8 engine. The car is mostly stored, but I start it up and exercise it every few years. The last ...
Bearing clearance is one of the fundamental aspects of engine building and one that continues to spark debate and divisive opinions—and as with everything from nitrous systems to eating chocolate, ...
Nissan North America has finally acknowledged a VC-Turbo engine issue that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has been investigating for quite some time now. To put it bluntly, up to ...
This video examines the long-term reliability of the BMW S55 engine by inspecting the rod bearings after 130,000 miles of real-world use. See the wear condition, potential signs of fatigue, and ...