Head Bolts & Maintenance Issues: This engine consists of two head bolts at the front of the engine that are shorter than the rest. The two shorter head bolts must be fitted in the corresponding...
Kia Rio 1.5L 2000 – 2005. Engine- A5D
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Southside Cylinder Heads
NISSAN YD25DDTi
There are an increasing number of reports of lower timing chain failures in Australian released Nissan YD25DDTi engines. The primary (lower) timing chain and gears are a simplex (single row) design,...
Warning on the use of Hylomar!
Most of the head gasket designs available for aftermarket use can be classified into two general categories - Composite and Steel (MLS). Typically composite head gaskets have a steel core,...
A Basic Guide to Engine Valve Failure
Engine Valves The valves in your cylinder head are a vital component of your engine and undergo enormous stresses, opening and closing up to 2500 times every minute under normal operating...
The Damage That A Lack Of Servicing Can Cause
You may think that having your vehicle regularly serviced is not essential however the following situation that one of our customers found themselves in may cause you to reconsider! The piston rings...