With owning a vehicle, you will want to keep it in the best condition possible as you drive it. This includes bringing the vehicle in so we can check parts and components on it regularly to ensure the vehicle is safe and efficient. With all the different combinations that vehicles and engine sizes come in, it can be hard to know where to start looking. For those with little knowledge of engines, knowing what your looking at can be difficult as well. If you ever notice anything out of the norm with the vehicle, make sure to bring it in as soon as possible so we can look into the issue. This will help you to have a safe and reliable vehicle when you drive it. If there is an issue with the engine, you will want to have it inspected as soon as you can so you can prevent further damage and issues.
Know the Components of the Engine
From basic engine repair, we know there are several components in an automobile engine. Each component has a determining factor in the size of the engine. Rods, for example have the purpose of pushing the piston head up and down. Engine bearings and piston rings are necessary to provide for smooth operation of the motor. All of this plays a factor in deciding on the correct engine size.
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Suppose you had a small car, and you wanted to get the most mileage out of it. Using some common sense, you can find the optimum number of cylinders. Know how heavy the vehicle is. Cars range in weight from 2200 to 4500 lbs. Some manufacturers install fuel tanks of 7 to10 gallons whereas; others provide 15 or more gallons. Also know the payload weight of the vehicle. In other words, on average, how many passengers, and pieces of cargo along with their weights will there be inside the car? Lastly, what kind of terrain will the vehicle most likely encounter? Terrain and elevation play a significant role is determining your optimal engine size. Let’s say, you have a family of four, each has 5-lbs of stuff, for a total weight of 525 lbs. You own a mid-sized 4-door car with a 20-gallon gas tank. You live in a relatively flat area in the central plains and you only travel back and forth to work 10 miles. You make trips to the store and take one or two annual trips out of town. A 6-cylinder engine will pull your vehicle around town at average speeds without over revving the engine, which will give you better fuel economy. A V-8 will give you plenty of power; however, you will not be using its optimum RPM range and therefore burn more gas. A 4-cylinder will use less gas initially but as you accelerate to higher speeds, the strain on the motor due to excess weight will cause you to over-rev the engine and risk failure due to fatigue.