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Engine Builder Issue: April, 2008
Crankshaft Selection Dictated by Design
All of the force generated from the explosion of the air/fuel mixture in the combustion chamber creates a force through the piston and rod, onto the journal of the crankshaft. The crankshaft turns this linear motion of the rods and pistons into rotar...
Mid-Range Diesels: Going the Distance
Worldwide, the diesel engine market is huge, accepted and understood. But here in the States, it’s a little different. While the market for diesel engines is considerable, the uses are varied and complex.
Choosing A Replacement Camshaft
A number of cam suppliers we interviewed for this article say they can make a custom cam for virtually any engine – provided the engine builder provides them with technically accurate specifications as well as detailed information as to what exactly ...
From ATVs to Karting to Everything In Between
From karts to all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) to motorcycles, for many engine builders looking to add profit margins to their business or to get into a specialized area of the industry, small engines offer plenty of opportunities. Sure, you can make more...
Machine Maintenance: Time For Spring Cleaning
Spring is a great time to spruce up the outside of the shop. This is your first chance to make an impression on your customer. Now keep in mind, you probably don’t need to go as far as a retail store in fixing things up, but you still want the place ...
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