In the past 30 years, the fuel injector has moved from the intake manifold to the combustion chamber. During this evolution, injectors have become more precise in dispensing fuel. If this precision is thrown off by restrictions, electrical problems or fuel problems, it can cause driveability issues. These are the top 10 signs fuel injectors need service or replacement.
I finally decided to design a special tool that would do just that!. Here is the link to the tool: mercedessource.com/store/diesel-fuel-injector-retu...
Link to Monark nozzles and rebuild kits: mercedessource.com/store/search?keys=diesel%20injector Kent pulls an old set of injectors out of a 1976 240D...
A1 CARDONE Remanufactured Fuel/Air System Products available for many models, and meet or exceed original equipment specifications.
mercedessource.com/store/search?keys=CIS Why bother doing anything to your Bosch CIS fuel injectors? You might think they are working just fine. Thin...
Is It Mileage or Time That Determines When to Change Your Oil
The rule of thumb for oil changes is every 5000 -7500 miles, depending on the manufacturer's recommendation. But what if you do not drive more than 7500 miles for the entire year? If you use the car only for short trips on city streets, particularly in cold weather, you probably should have the oil changed every three months.
Such driving, in which the engine never reaches its proper operating temperature, can…
A dirty fuel system costs gas. A professional fuel system cleaning removes gum, varnish and carbon deposits and keeps your fuel injectors working their best.
There are many products on the market that claim to do everything from clean your fuel injectors to increase gasoline octane. Deciding which product is best for your car and knowing when to use it can be a daunting task.
We live in a time where the past and future of the automotive world coincide. The old debate between gasoline and diesel engines seems overshadowed by the electric and self-driving car technology that dominates the industry today. However, there are a ton of gasoline and diesel engines still on the road. Many people can’t afford the latest-and-greatest, so they’re stuck choosing between good-old gas and dependable…
Fuel injectors operate though the brief charging of a solenoid and subsequent opening of a valve. The opened valve allows pressurized fuel to be pushed through
In most newer, fuel-injected vehicles, the air filter is found inside a rectangular box called a cold air collector box. The air filter is usually close to the front of the vehicle, near the inside of one of the fenders. Air that’s scooped up by the front of the vehicle moves through an air intake …
The basic difference between a diesel engine and a gasoline engine is that in a diesel engine, the fuel is sprayed into the combustion chambers through fuel injector nozzles just when the air in each chamber has been placed under such great pressure that it’s hot enough to ignite the fuel spontaneously. Following is a …
E85 is a grade of fuel that is 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline by volume
E85 fuel when tuned for in a performance ecu/pcm calibration can yield more power than standard 93 octane gas. E85 can make more power and torque than 93 octane, so lots of motorists wanting more power end up utilizing E85 and its associated tune.
Now, in a nutshell, this is what is neccesary to run E85 properly:
Larger fuel injectors
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Custom Diablosport tune. Not the tune…
www.acdelco.com/ ACDelco makes fuel pumps, pressure regulators, and fuel injectors to replace your worn original equipment. This short animation shows...
Tech guru James Berry looks into how to diagnose a failed or clogged fuel injector on a Corvette with port fuel injection.
CARDONE is committed to providing the best product solutions for your replacement parts needs. So, we're kicking off January with the release of two sought-after new products, Transfer Case and Fuel Injector Control Modules
Transfer Case Control Modules (TCCM) are often damaged by corrosion / water damage on the connectors or by a current surge from the shift motor. Our initial launch of six TCCM reman…
The Duramax engine is one of the finest ever to have been made for pickup trucks. But even the best can have a few faults. The original Duramax engine that rolled out back in 2001 and every variant that rolled out in the subsequent three years have a serious flaw. The fuel injectors are not among the sturdiest. The injectors have a substantial chance of failing, much before a hundred thousand miles. Should the LB7 injectors fail, they can leak substantial amount of…
See how easy it is to refuel the new 2017 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell electric vehicle. This luxurious zero-emission vehicle has a driving range of up to 366 mil...
Having two smaller injectors for one cylinder versus one big injector means better fuel accuracy and control.
With the ever rising cost of petrol and diesel, making sure you get the most miles for your money and the maximum fuel efficiency has never been so important. So along side finding the best priced fuel in your area, the following tips will help…