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OHV Vs. OHC: What's The Difference Between These Engine Designs?

OHV stands for overhead valve, and these types of powerplants can also be called pushrod engines. OHV engines have the intake and exhaust valves located above the camshaft, which is in the engine block and driven by the…

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SlashGear ·11 mo. ago

The Biggest Problems With Harley-Davidson's Twin-Cam Engine

Despite declining sales and revenue in 2025, Harley-Davidson has been the dominant American motorcycle maker for most of its long and illustrious history.

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SlashGear ·last yr.

How Do LS Engines Handle So Much HP? This Is The Key To Making It Work

General Motors is well known for its small-block V8 engines; especially the powerful, reliable, and versatile LS series that debuted with the C5 Corvette in 1997.

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SlashGear ·last yr.

Can You Interchange 10W-30 And 5W-30 Motor Oils?

Engine oil is essential for cars with internal combustion engines. It lubricates the engine's internal parts, like the camshaft(s), crankshaft, and pistons, as well as helps with heat dissipation.

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SlashGear ·last yr.

What Kind Of Engine Oil Do Airplanes Use? (And Why You Can't Use It In Your Car)

No matter whether you run car, motorcycle, boat, or airplane, one common fact binding all these vehicles is that their engines all need oil.

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SlashGear ·last yr.

Do You Need To Change Engine Oil That's Turned Black?

For vehicles that use internal combustion engines, oil is a vital component. It's responsible for lubricating the engine's internal moving parts, like the crankshaft and camshaft(s) and preventing the development of…

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SlashGear ·last yr.

Cammed Cars: What The Term Means And Why People Do It

Back in the days before variable valve timing (VVT) and computer-controlled engine tuning, one of the best ways to improve stock engine performance was to install an aftermarket camshaft, a process referred to as…