Danny Bender
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Danny’s Engineportal is an online resource dedicated to providing information and solutions for engine-related problems.
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Distributorless Ignition System - Get to Know the Components dannysengineportal.com/distributorl...
Distributorless Ignition System - Get to Know the Components
We focus on DIY engine repair, offering guidance on engine rebuilding, basic machining, technical details, diagnostic troubleshooting, and testing with potential solutions.
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December 17, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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To test a car relay, use a multimeter to check the coil resistance (pins 85 & 86) for an open/short, then apply 12V power to those pins to listen for a "click," indicating the internal switch activates. Finally, check continuity between the load terminals (pins 30 & 87) to ensure the switch closes.
December 15, 2025 at 8:49 PM
To test a car relay, use a multimeter to check the coil resistance (pins 85 & 86) for an open/short, then apply 12V power to those pins to listen for a "click," indicating the internal switch activates. Finally, check continuity between the load terminals (pins 30 & 87) to ensure the switch closes.
An automotive smoke machine is a diagnostic tool that injects smoke (vaporized oil/fluid) into a vehicle's sealed systems (EVAP, intake, exhaust, vacuum) to visually detect leaks.
December 14, 2025 at 2:14 AM
An automotive smoke machine is a diagnostic tool that injects smoke (vaporized oil/fluid) into a vehicle's sealed systems (EVAP, intake, exhaust, vacuum) to visually detect leaks.
Sticking Valves Because Of Carbon Deposits And Rich Fuel Mixture dannysengineportal.com/sticking-val...
Sticking Valves Because Of Carbon Deposits And Rich Fuel Mixture
Sticking valves can be a sign of carbon deposits building up. Learn how they form and how to prevent them, or at least slow them down.
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December 12, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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Engine bearing damage, caused by lubrication failure, contamination, or wear, leads to knocking noises, low oil pressure, poor performance, and eventual catastrophic engine failure. Symptoms include metallic rattling/knocking sounds, shaking, increased heat, and metal shavings in the oil.
December 9, 2025 at 12:55 AM
Engine bearing damage, caused by lubrication failure, contamination, or wear, leads to knocking noises, low oil pressure, poor performance, and eventual catastrophic engine failure. Symptoms include metallic rattling/knocking sounds, shaking, increased heat, and metal shavings in the oil.
Reduced Engine Power Warning Light - What To Do And Why? dannysengineportal.com/reduced-engi...
Reduced Engine Power Warning Light - What To Do And Why?
Whether its, reduced engine power, limp, fail safe, limp home mode, they all mean the same thing. Your Vehicle performance, has been reduced.
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December 7, 2025 at 5:18 PM
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Engine cylinder deglazing is the process of roughening smooth/glazed cylinder walls with a hone to create a crosshatch pattern, which helps new piston rings seat, improves oil retention, and restores compression. It's done during engine rebuilds to ensure proper lubrication and sealing.
December 6, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Engine cylinder deglazing is the process of roughening smooth/glazed cylinder walls with a hone to create a crosshatch pattern, which helps new piston rings seat, improves oil retention, and restores compression. It's done during engine rebuilds to ensure proper lubrication and sealing.
How To Do A Cylinder Leak Down Test - With Or Without A Tester dannysengineportal.com/how-to-do-a-...
How To Do A Cylinder Leak Down Test - With Or Without A Tester
A cylinder leak down test, can tell you if the loss of compression is from, worn rings, burned or stuck open valves or a leaking head gasket.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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Check Engine Light (CEL) - What Can Cause It To Come On dannysengineportal.com/check-engine...
Check Engine Light (CEL) - What Can Cause It To Come On
So, the Check Engine Light (CEL), is just a light, with no information, telling you that there is a problem, somewhere in your vehicle.
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November 28, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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Cylinder Head Cracking - Overheating Is The Most Common Cause dannysengineportal.com/cylinder-hea...
Cylinder Head Cracking - Overheating Is The Most Common Cause
Cylinder head cracking, can cause catastrophic damage to your engine. But, most causes, are actually, relatively simple and easy to prevent.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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Valve stem seals function to control oil consumption in an engine by allowing a controlled amount of oil to lubricate the valve stem as it moves. They prevent excessive oil from leaking into the combustion chamber and ensure proper lubrication to prevent wear.
November 24, 2025 at 12:58 AM
Valve stem seals function to control oil consumption in an engine by allowing a controlled amount of oil to lubricate the valve stem as it moves. They prevent excessive oil from leaking into the combustion chamber and ensure proper lubrication to prevent wear.
The main downsides of direct injection include potential for carbon buildup on intake valves, which can reduce performance. Direct injection systems are also more complex and expensive to manufacture and repair, and can have issues with engine noise and fuel system clogging.
November 24, 2025 at 12:43 AM
The main downsides of direct injection include potential for carbon buildup on intake valves, which can reduce performance. Direct injection systems are also more complex and expensive to manufacture and repair, and can have issues with engine noise and fuel system clogging.
A cylinder that is too smooth is a problem because it won't properly hold oil, which is needed for proper lubrication and sealing by the piston rings. A proper cylinder wall has a "crosshatch" pattern created by honing, which retains oil in tiny pockets.
November 21, 2025 at 1:48 AM
A cylinder that is too smooth is a problem because it won't properly hold oil, which is needed for proper lubrication and sealing by the piston rings. A proper cylinder wall has a "crosshatch" pattern created by honing, which retains oil in tiny pockets.
Fuel Pump Issues - Excessive Heat - Contamination, Dirt, Rust dannysengineportal.com/fuel-pump-is...
Fuel Pump Issues - Excessive Heat - Contamination, Dirt, Rust
Fuel pump issues can affect your engine's fuel flow, leading to difficult starting, jolts & stutters, engine surging, & poor fuel mileage.
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November 19, 2025 at 8:34 PM
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Vacuum Leaks - How To Quickly Find Them In 5 Easy Steps dannysengineportal.com/vacuum-leaks...
Vacuum Leaks - How To Quickly Find Them In 5 Easy Steps
Vacuum leaks pull in outside air. The fuel air ratio is altered, to a lean condition. The computer says send more fuel, causing over fueling.
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November 14, 2025 at 5:26 PM
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Serpentine belts fail from normal wear (cracking, fraying, glazing) due to heat and friction, but also from external factors like fluid leaks (oil, coolant) that degrade the rubber, or issues with components like a bad tensioner or misaligned pulleys, causing slipping, noise, or sudden breakage.
November 14, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Serpentine belts fail from normal wear (cracking, fraying, glazing) due to heat and friction, but also from external factors like fluid leaks (oil, coolant) that degrade the rubber, or issues with components like a bad tensioner or misaligned pulleys, causing slipping, noise, or sudden breakage.
So, look at that, even roller camshafts fail!
November 11, 2025 at 10:03 PM
So, look at that, even roller camshafts fail!
Giving your old pistons new attitude!
November 10, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Giving your old pistons new attitude!
Repeat Engine Failures From Not Diagnosing The Original Problem dannysengineportal.com/repeat-engin...
Repeat Engine Failures From Not Diagnosing The Original Problem
Don't just replace parts without knowing why they failed. Avoid repeat engine failures with, the right diagnosis the first time.
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November 9, 2025 at 10:33 PM
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A head gasket leak between cylinders occurs when the seal between two adjacent cylinders fails, causing a compression leak and leading to symptoms like rough idling, engine misfires, and a loss of power. This happens because combustion pressure leaks from one cylinder to the other.
November 8, 2025 at 9:58 PM
A head gasket leak between cylinders occurs when the seal between two adjacent cylinders fails, causing a compression leak and leading to symptoms like rough idling, engine misfires, and a loss of power. This happens because combustion pressure leaks from one cylinder to the other.
Coolant in engine oil is a serious issue caused by leaks in gaskets or seals, most commonly a failed head gasket, and can lead to severe engine damage. The mixture looks like a "chocolate milkshake" sludge, which contaminates the oil, reducing its ability to lubricate and causing parts to wear out.
November 8, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Coolant in engine oil is a serious issue caused by leaks in gaskets or seals, most commonly a failed head gasket, and can lead to severe engine damage. The mixture looks like a "chocolate milkshake" sludge, which contaminates the oil, reducing its ability to lubricate and causing parts to wear out.
Ticking sound from a cracked exhaust manifold can sound very similar to a lifter tick, but there are ways to tell them apart. A common difference is that manifold ticks often disappear as the engine warms up and the metal expands, while lifter ticks may be more persistent or change with engine load.
November 6, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Ticking sound from a cracked exhaust manifold can sound very similar to a lifter tick, but there are ways to tell them apart. A common difference is that manifold ticks often disappear as the engine warms up and the metal expands, while lifter ticks may be more persistent or change with engine load.
Cylinder Head Resurfacing - Getting The Correct Surface Finish dannysengineportal.com/cylinder-hea...
Cylinder Head Resurfacing - Getting The Correct Surface Finish
Cylinder head resurfacing, need to be correct. Mistakes can be very expensive, as once metal has been removed there is no putting it back.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Cylinder Head Resurfacing - Getting The Correct Surface Finish dannysengineportal.com/cylinder-hea...
The key parts of an engine valve include the valve head that seals against the valve seat, the valve stem that guides the valve's movement. Other essential components are the valve seat, against which the valve seals, and the valve guide, which provides support and alignment for the stem.
November 4, 2025 at 12:22 AM
The key parts of an engine valve include the valve head that seals against the valve seat, the valve stem that guides the valve's movement. Other essential components are the valve seat, against which the valve seals, and the valve guide, which provides support and alignment for the stem.