Auto Mechanic / Engineering

12/02/2025

12/02/2025

Love building up motors from scratch….

15/11/2024

Doing a sub assemble.

Sub assemble is simply putting in the main bearings. Then add the crank torquing it to its correct specs, then before adding the pistons I must connect the rods to new piston heads and add new rings then we can put the pistons in. Ones it’s in torque the rod caps to its specs. Always check ring gaps and make sure the crank with pistons are turning properly.

06/11/2024

A blown head gasket can cause a number of issues with your car, including:
Coolant loss: A significant drop in coolant levels, or coolant on the ground

White smoke: Thick, white smoke from the exhaust pipe after the engine has warmed up

Engine knocking: A bad head gasket can lead to poor compression, causing the engine to run roughly at idle, knock, and even stall

Milky oil: Engine oil that looks like a milkshake may indicate coolant contamination

Overheating: If your temperature gauge consistently hits the red zone, it may be due to a bad head gasket

Loss of engine power: You might start noticing problems while driving before anything else
Sweet smell from exhaust: A sweet smell from your exhaust, or water dripping out, can be a sign of leaks

Bubbling in the radiator and coolant reservoir: Air bubbles or foam in the coolant reservoir can suggest combustion gasses escaping into the cooling system

A blown head gasket can be caused by age, use, misuse, or neglect. To prevent a blown head gasket, you can keep the engine coolant at the proper level, check for coolant leaks, and keep an eye on your temperature gauge.

If you think your head gasket is blown, you should take your vehicle to a mechanic for an official diagnosis.

06/11/2024

When crankshaft bearings fail, the increase in heat, pressure and metal-to-metal contact can cause distortion of the crankshaft and connecting rods, which in turn will cause the engine to seize. It'll be necessary to completely disassemble and reassemble your engine (if you decide to keep the car, that is).

06/11/2024

Upon engine bearing failure, debris dispersal through the oiling system can cause significant damage to critical components, including the camshaft, lifters, piston skirts, and rings. A failing bearing typically generates distinct noises, such as whistling, rattling, or growling sounds. Although applying grease may temporarily alleviate the noise, prompt replacement of the bearing is essential.

06/11/2024

So next Motor to go in is a lil Kia Picanto. Just waiting for the Engineering to get done. It ran a bearing.

05/11/2024

So this page will be purely be to showcase the work I do and have done. All about building engines. At the same time to help those get there cars fixed and sorted at the most affordable prices.