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Interesting or educational articles, videos etc.

"How stuff works"

(does not fit into 'News' topic)


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Avoid counterfeit spark plugs - guess the sources of the counterfeits!

https://youtu.be/ZIAMB8mQqFo


@chucktobias Is it Japan? 🤣


@chucktobias the real kicker is that the fakes were more expensive than legit ones. So you get screwed twice.


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Uncle Tony goes over the technology in the new Stellantis "Hurricane" engine. (What could possibly go wrong?)

https://youtu.be/Ky4TEneBGZA


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V8 cross-plane vs. flat-plane crankshafts, and firing orders:

https://www.curbsideclassic.com/blog/tech/curbside-tech-v8-engine-crankshafts-and-firing-orders-good-vibrations/


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How the CAN BUS works:

https://youtu.be/QTTCqGtT6I4


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Does thicker oil protect better?

https://youtu.be/gA6qgeN1SbY

 


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Why flat tappet cams fail - is special high-zinc oil really needed? Actual data tells the tale:

https://youtu.be/9W47cbHhR4A


@chucktobias do modern engines still use flat tappet cams?


No, they use roller cams. Not sure exactly when the transition took place. Newest vehicle I have is my '99 Jeep Cherokee and that has a pushrod engine with flat tappets.


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