Automotive Training Centre

MAY 7, 2024

For many aspiring engine technicians, transitioning from auto mechanic school to the real world of automotive repair and maintenance is a significant step. In this blog, we’ll examine a typical day for an engine technician who has recently completed training.

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Automotive Training Centre

MARCH 6, 2024

Mazda, a brand you’ll discover in automotive school, is historically synonymous with the rotary engine. It has officially relaunched its Rotary Engine (RE) Development Branch, marking a significant move towards modernizing this unique engine technology.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 12, 2024

CC: If you’ve changed oil on a vehicle in the past 20 years, chances are you’ve been confronted with this, this, or even this, these pans or panels that protect the underside of the engine. Number one, it cuts down noise from the engine. Number two, well, it helps to absorb small leaks from the engine.

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Brake & Front End

JANUARY 12, 2024

CC: If you’ve changed oil on a vehicle in the past 20 years, chances are you’ve been confronted with this, this, or even this, these pans or panels that protect the underside of the engine. Number one, it cuts down noise from the engine. Number two, well, it helps to absorb small leaks from the engine.

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Danny’s Engineportal

APRIL 29, 2024

Danny's Engineportal - Helping Solve Engine Problems THE ENGINE POWER BALANCE TEST, CAN BE A GREAT WAY TO PINPOINT, A CYLINDER THAT IS UNDER PERFORMING. Above all, a cylinder that is not working as well as, the other cylinders in the engine. [.] Danny's Engineportal - Helping Solve Engine Problems

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 29, 2024

Courtesy of Engine Builder by Evan Laux Less than a year ago, we featured a pretty sick 5.9L Cummins engine built by Steve Burton at New Performance Automotive. Powerstroke engine to use in a truck he was building himself. Cummins with a Fleece Stage 2 engine and full manual valve body, a Ford truck with a 6.7L

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 12, 2024

Courtesy of Engine Builder You may already be aware that the type of fuel you put into your vehicle can have a significant impact on its performance. By understanding the details of how fuel interacts with the engine, you will be better equipped to make informed decisions about which fuel to choose for your vehicle.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Namely, a longer wait for engine parts and components, which results in longer build times than otherwise would be expected. Powerstroke engine – a build Nick wanted to be capable of 1,000 horsepower to give his street truck better performance. Powerstroke Engine appeared first on Tomorrows Technician.

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Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 30, 2024

The engine performance may be reduced without a significant loss of power or a consistent misfire condition. There can be multiple causes for engine misfire, ensure all campaigns and applicable technical service bulletins (TSBs) have been performed. The post Volkswagen Engine Misfire Diagnosis appeared first on Tomorrows Technician.

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Tomorrow's Technician

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Courtesy of Engine Builder. Engines are inherently cool. He’s been into anything with an engine since he was about 3 years old. Sean’s work entails plenty of diesel engines, and he bought himself a truck to have some fun with. “I I bought this truck pretty well all stock except a few minor engine mods to the VP44 engine.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 5, 2024

Courtesy of Engine Builder It was hard to ignore the big news coming from Ring Racing last week leading up to Lights Out 15. The well-known Cadillac is now equipped with radial tires and a 415 cid Cummins engine built by Freedom Racing Engines. Freedom Racing Engines began the Cummins build with a 6.7L

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Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 13, 2024

Courtesy of Engine Builder by Evan Laux There’s something to say about separating your hobbies from your career. VP44 Cummins Engine appeared first on Tomorrows Technician. It’s good for a lot of people, but others might get burnt out dealing with the stresses of a career that might surround a particular passion.

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Tomorrow's Technician

APRIL 9, 2024

The fact is the belief that they’re all the same can be shortsighted at best and detrimental to the life of the engine. The formulations created by chemists can be tailored to meet specific demands of performance cars, high mileage engines, or those that operate in extreme environmental conditions, often in the same bottle of oil.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

We’ve talked about the business of the engine – where the hard work gets done and the power is transferred to the drivetrain. Formerly editor of Engine Builder magazine, he is currently editorial director of Tomorrow’s Technician and ShopOwner, including Brake & Front End, ImportCar and Underhood Service.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 16, 2024

This article is courtesy of Engine Builder by Evan Laux Jason Stott developed his expertise in diesel mechanics and hydraulics under the guidance of his father growing up. Addicted Performance Diesel prioritizes performance and specializes in reinforcing engines and transmissions for both daily use and high-performance racing.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 5, 2024

Courtesy of Engine Builder. Ever since diesel engine work became a larger priority of Engine Builder magazine coverage a number of years ago, it’s been a goal to go visit with Dan Scheid and his team at Scheid Diesel in Terre Haute, IN. Cummins engine built for Super Stock pulling. This triple-turbo 6.7L

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 11, 2024

Addicted Performance Diesel prioritizes performance and specializes in reinforcing engines and transmissions for both daily use and high-performance racing. Jason and his team are dedicated to building quality engines that can withstand extreme conditions. Cummins engine under the hood. This not only shaved 100 lbs.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Hailing from Utah, Dylan Ford’s journey into diesel engine work began directly after his military service. From routine oil changes to frame-off restorations and high-performance engine builds, the shop has become known as the local Powerstroke shop in the diesel community. The engine has a bored.030” The engine has a bored.030”

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Dakota Sargent is one of our favorite up-and-coming engine builders for a multitude of reasons. Still in his 20s, he’s cultivated a remarkable diesel engine building business that’s pumped out several really cool Cummins builds over its three-year lifespan, thus far. 020″ over using torque plates. 020″ over using torque plates.

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Brake & Front End

APRIL 9, 2024

The fact is the belief that they’re all the same can be shortsighted at best and detrimental to the life of the engine. The formulations created by chemists can be tailored to meet specific demands of performance cars, high mileage engines, or those that operate in extreme environmental conditions, often in the same bottle of oil.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

We’ve talked about the business of the engine – where the hard work gets done and the power is transferred to the drivetrain. The post Watch Now: Engine Building 102 appeared first on Tomorrows Technician. But where does the power come from? Different types of cylinder heads: LS, Hemi, flathead, etc.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Courtesy of Engine Builder by Evan Laux Chris Voorheis’ entry into the diesel world was somewhat spontaneous, fueled by the desire to pull his Jeep to Moab using a reliable 2006 Mega Cab. The heart of Chris’ engine build is the Shredder series engine from Industrial Injection , featuring a 5.9L Cummins block.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MARCH 15, 2024

Courtesy of Engine Builder by Dan Schechner Some people are just built to modify stuff; it’s in their DNA. In true “Florida Man” fashion (Himes’ words), Jacobs worked his truck to a point where, eventually, the engine gave out. Vinny Himes knew from a very young age that he was one of those people. “I

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 27, 2023

However, when you’re thinking of upgrading your engine, your FIRST thought should be about your bottom end. A rock-solid bottom end will ensure that, no matter what you add, the engine will most likely stay together. Of course, you can go TOO far and then no amount of prep will save the engine, but that’s a topic for another day.

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Tomorrow's Technician

JANUARY 10, 2024

Many start from a young age and build their lives around diesel trucks and engines, and we think that’s pretty cool to see. Cummins Engine appeared first on Tomorrows Technician. As for the powerplant, West purchased a running truck from a seller in Wisconsin that had a partially built up 5.9L

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Tomorrow's Technician

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Courtesy of Engine Builder by Evan Laux Owner Logan Yelton launched his full-time business venture Loganbuilt back in 2018, with the goal of providing the most reliable transmissions possible using only the highest-quality parts from Goerend Transmission Inc., Logan himself is not much of an engine enthusiast.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

why direct-injection engines are more prone to carbon deposits. One reason is unique to direct injection, and the remaining two are problems for port fuel-injection engines that are made worse by direct injection. A direct fuel-injection motor produces more energy from a given amount of fuel and air than a port fuel-injection engine.

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 5, 2023

CC: When an engine is designed, each cylinder is perfect. The components within the engine are designed to be equal as well – injectors, spark plugs and ignition coils are engineered to function the same, regardless of which cylinder they serve. With all the cylinders the same, the engine is balanced. Thanks for watching!

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Brake & Front End

OCTOBER 5, 2023

CC: When an engine is designed, each cylinder is perfect. The components within the engine are designed to be equal as well – injectors, spark plugs and ignition coils are engineered to function the same, regardless of which cylinder they serve. With all the cylinders the same, the engine is balanced. Thanks for watching!

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 23, 2023

There are three reasons why direct-injection engines are more prone to carbon deposits. One reason is unique to direct injection, and the remaining two are problems for port fuel-injection engines that are made worse by direct injection. Today’s engines operate on the edge between optimal efficiency and a misfire.

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autoevolution

APRIL 26, 2024

I'm talking about the Pratt & Whitney PW2000 engine, which just so happens to be the essence of today's discussion. It is suitable for and often seen strapped to the wings of a Boeing 757 and can operate for up to three hours continuously. continue reading. )

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

By understanding the details of how fuel interacts with the engine, you will be better equipped to make informed decisions about which fuel to choose for your vehicle. For starters, one crucial aspect of fuel that affects engine performance is its octane rating.

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Danny’s Engineportal

MARCH 14, 2024

Engine surging, will cause the engine to momentarily lose (rpms). Then, suddenly regains normal engine speed. So, engine surging can affect drivability. The post Engine Surging – Engine Looses (RPM), Then, Suddenly Regains It appeared first on Danny's Engineportal. Consequently, [.]

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Tomorrow's Technician

OCTOBER 6, 2023

However, when you’re thinking of upgrading your engine, your FIRST thought should be about your bottom end. A rock-solid bottom end will ensure that, no matter what you add, the engine will most likely stay together. Of course, you can go TOO far and then no amount of prep will save the engine, but that’s a topic for another day.

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Tomorrow's Technician

DECEMBER 20, 2023

MAHLE Aftermarket announces the remaining two winners of the inaugural “Powered by MAHLE” Engine Giveaway. The winner of a 302 Ford small block engine is based in Killingworth, Connecticut, and can look to take home an engine backed with 315 horsepower and built by the technicians at Jasper Engines & Transmissions.

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Tomorrow's Technician

MAY 2, 2024

Let’s face it, overheating is a rare occurrence thanks to high-quality hoses, thermostats and better engine management. Engineers and chemists spend a lot of time formulating the coolant to match the engine and interval. Of all the components on a modern vehicle, the cooling system may be the most overlooked by your customers.

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Danny’s Engineportal

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The engine bottom end, is by far the most important part of the engine. But, the engine bottom end, is not just one thing. The post Engine Bottom End Parts – Know The Parts Inside Your Engine appeared first on Danny's Engineportal. Because, it is made up of, it’s own list of parts. [.]

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