A vacuum pump, in general, is an added benefit to any engine that is high performance enough to create a significant amount of blow-by. A vacuum pump will, in general, add some horse power, increase engine life, keep oil cleaner Read more…
The short answer is yes! The excess fuel added to cause the anti-lag and pops is not at all good for the longevity of an engine. Race cars regularly have oil changes, pretty much after every use, and you really Read more…
Vacuum gauges are important tools in a number of commercial and industrial applications, including measuring pressure in heat pumps, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. A vacuum gauge is always paired with a vacuum pump, which creates the vacuum to be Read more…
Discussing the V6 engine power, an average 3-Liter V6 can produce 400 hp which is enough for a mid to full size sedan. However, the average power generation capacity of these engines can be affected by the angle of V. Read more…
Is a vacuum leak bad for a car? At its worst, long-term driving with an engine vacuum leak, elevated temperatures generated by running a lean air-fuel ratio could result in engine damage. Lean mixtures can detonate, damaging pistons and bearings. Read more…
1. Sporadic Idling. A vacuum leak introduces excess air into the engine, and this directly affects how your engine runs. One of the primary signs of a vacuum leak is sporadic idling. Will vacuum leak cause rough idle? Vacuum Leaks Read more…
305 horsepower. The base 2014 Mustang comes with a 3.7-liter V6 that produces 305 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 280 pound-feet of torque at 4,250 rpm. How much WHP does a V6 Mustang have? It has 300 horsepower and a Read more…
A vacuum gauge shows the difference between outside atmospheric pressure and the amount of vacuum present in the intake manifold. The pistons in the engine serve as suction pumps and the amount of vacuum they create is affected by the Read more…
EcoBoost® is the name of Ford’s line of turbocharged, direct-injection petrol engines that are designed to deliver greater horsepower and torque while also providing greater fuel efficiency. First produced in 2009, EcoBoost® engines now come in many varieties and power Read more…
The line lock prevents vehicles from rolling by allowing the driver to control the clutch and accelerator using foot input and braking with the hand. In an automatic transmission vehicle, a line lock allows the engine to rev up to Read more…