Tag: valves
31 Posts

Aug 05, 2019
Ray Shares Some Valuable Valve Knowledge
Sometimes silence isn't golden when it comes to valves.

Mar 29, 2019
What to Do When a Hammer and Pliers Won't Cut It
A cylinder head could keep this beloved 740 GLE on the road

Aug 09, 2018
This Valvetrain Tightens of Its Own Accord

Jun 12, 2018
Interference Engines: The Sequel
A 1957 Ford was full of problems--but not from a timing belt.

Oct 09, 2014
Valve Clearance Adjustments: Necessary Service or Dealership Scam?
John's Honda dealer says it's time for the valve clearance adjustment on his 2006 Honda Element. Do Tom and Ray recommend this service? Find out right here.

May 06, 2014
Today: What's Causing Ahmad's CR-V to Stall?
Ahmad's 1998 CR-V is melting catalytic converters and stalling every 25 miles or so. Aside from that, he insists "the car runs great." His shop has already tried almost everything and the dealership is stumped too. Tom and Ray point out that no one has tried accupuncture yet. Will they be able to come up with any real advice for Ahmad? Find out here.

Feb 14, 2013
The Little Corolla That Wouldn't Quit

May 01, 2009
Today: solutions for Jean-Marie's slow-leaking tire.
I have a 2000 Toyota Sienna van. My van tires lose air on a regular basis. The tire-trouble indicator on the dash is on most of the time. The front desk personnel -- who have had some mechanical training -- say...

Mar 01, 2009
Is a valve adjustment a good idea for Jeri's Dodge Ram?

Feb 01, 2004
Honda should definitely replace a main seal on a Civic with only 53k miles. Gratis.
I have a Honda Civic with about miles on it A few days ago I noticed three oil drops on my garage floor and then later three more in my driveway after parking it there I took it to the...