Q:How can I tell if my 2004 Ford Taurus a 12 or 24 valve?

the conventional suspect is a belt, maximum often a skill guidance belt, yet in some circumstances an A/C belt. purchase a can of belt dressing and spray it on the interior the belts jointly as the engine is idling, (pay attention for the fan!) you may hear the squealing quit immediately once you detect the perpetrator. next discover the reason at the back of the squeal, many times a belt this is in simple terms too unfastened. regulate the P/S or A/C unit to tighten the belt. it is going to pass some million/2 whilst depressed heavily between the two pulleys.

Q:I think I have a bad valve steam seals because when I start the car white-grayish smoke comes out of the back of the car. When let sit for 2 or more hours start car and smoke comes out everytime. Will a valve adjusment fix the problem? Thanks

I agree with MC. If you have a leaking valve seal, it'll just be a matter of time before the other ones start leaking, if it's a high mileage engine. You might as well pull the head(s) and have all seals replaced. The kit you but has all the seals in it, not just one. You can check the valves also while the heads are off.

Q:I got a 318 V8.. I cant seem to locate the valve cover to replace... but I did notice that some of the replacement gaskets/filters are from the 91-93 dodge ramcharger.. Is it possible for an newer model to fit exactly on my 1989? are all dodge 318 the same size?

You obviously just suck at anything to do with cars and should go neck your self asap

Q:Okay, I got this lawnmower its a craftsman with a briggss and stratton engine, and I use this mower to cut grass in the summer. My question is, I have to get this mower serviced like every 2 weeks. See, the problem is always the valves comes out of adjustment. It only has 2 valves, and a long time ago, I broke one of the studs for the valves. And some guy put another valve on it. Ever since then it hasnt ran good. Iv'e took it many times to get it worked on, and it will run great for about 2 weeks. Then the valves go out it's very hard for it to turn over, and it wont run. Whats the deal here? I hear that you should only have to adjust your valves once a year. What could be wrong?

take it to a briggs and stratton dealer, have both valves changed there may be a defect in the engine, or the valves are not hardened it happens once a great while with briggs,

Q:I believe my EGR valve is bad. I am having symptoms of a bad one. If I unplugged it and took my car for a drive would the symptoms improve, if in fact it is a bad EGR valve?

To give you a good answer what kind of car is this? Make and model. There are two different types of EGR mechanical and electrical. What are the symptom that lead you to believe its the egr valve? And no unplugging it would no improve while leaving it disconnect and driving on it.

Q:I have an old trumpet valve stem that will not screw in the valve cap. I ordered a new one but I'm not sure how to remove the old one and put the new one on without doing anything that would influence the look and playing. HELP!!! Professionals are welcome and others. I don't have any professional technicians near by .Summer band is starting up so I need this FAST.

I hope you have a Bach trumpet, because each valve stem is specific to a particular maker and even to specific models. So, if you don't have a Bach trumpet it is very likely that the stem won't fit. If you cannot remove the valve stem with your hands you can try soaking the joint with oil and/or warm water and dishwasher detergent. You should give yourself a couple of days to see if you can loosen them up. Do not use tools--no screwdrivers, no pliers, no vices, no strap wrenches--if you don't know what you're doing you stand to damage the very fragile valve. You may need to take it to a tech--remember you're trying to avoid a $100+ dollar bill for repairing a damaged valve.

Q:What are the benefits of changing new cylinder heads and exhaust valves in the Main engine of the vessel? I am now studying a vessel which has a problem with their main engine. Frequent repair of cylinder heads (they usually weld it) and exhaust valves are the ones they do. I need to further give the benefits to be submitted to the vessel's management for them to buy new cylinder heads and exhaust valves as a replacement for the welded ones.

To answer your first question only, the benefits of changing cylinder heads and valves would be to improve the overall performance of the engine, like increasing its horse power, speed and fuel consumption. To prove to the vessels owner that this needs to be done, a compression test should be done on each cylinder by a mechanic. This will show how each cylinder is functioning, and the results need to be cross referenced with the compression specifications for that specific engine.

Q:I don't have one single water shutoff valve in my house that will shut anything off completely. It looks fairly easy to repack them, and I have the tools, and there are instructions all over the internet. The question I have for the experienced among you is what packing material do I use? I have heard graphite thread and teflon tape and even joint compound.Is one better than the other? Easier to use?Also, if there are any pitfalls I should know about before I undertake this, please advise.Thanks in advance!

For stopping leeks use teflon tape to lub your valves use plumbers grease it s good idea to have a tube around not expencive

Q:problem seems like a bad IAC valve - When I start it, it runs at 2000 for 10 sec then starts varying between 1000 2000 rpm at idle. Over 2400 it is level. If I pull the connector it will vary quickly around 1500 rpm as soon as it is started. Cold or hot no difference. 10 sec delay will happen every time it is started.I just replaced the air cleaner and cleaned the PCV valve, which seems to work about the same as a new one, then this started. Coincidence or something else wrong - like an air leak? How can I be sure it is the IAC??I've pulled the air intake and plugged the bottom throttle port and it goes to idle. the only trouble code is 0505 unless of course I pull the connector. Pulling the throttle position sensor plug yields a constant 2000 rpm and an code indicating it is open.thanks.

iac valve common to fail on odysee also has problem with the wires to the power steering pressure switch pulling out of the connector causing idle to fluctuate lightly pull on wires to check for bad connection switch is in the power steering pressure line pass. side of car on back side of engine

Q:Any way to treat the calcification of the valves?Is valvotomy only an option for youths?

Surgery, is the last resort if medications fail. Patients with moderate aortic stenosis are advised to avoid strenuous activities such as weight lifting or sprinting. Aortic stenosis can progress over a few years. The prognosis for patients with aortic stenosis without valve replacement surgery is poor. Medical therapy, such as the use of diuretics to reduce high lung pressures and remove lung fluid can provide only temporary relief of symptoms. Patients with symptoms usually undergo cardiac catheterization. If severe aortic stenosis is confirmed, aortic valve replacement is usually recommended. The overall mortality risk for aortic valve replacement surgery is about 5%. Advanced age should not be a reason for not recommending aortic valve replacement for aortic stenosis. Take care always.