How much slack should a throttle cable have?

How much slack should a throttle cable have? Most motorcycle manufacturers recommend about 2 to 3 millimeters of throttle free play, but over time the cables will stretch and settle into their housings and you’ll end up with more slack. What causes slow throttle response? When the filter is dirty, it can cause a delay […]

Do all radiator caps fit the same?

Do all radiator caps fit the same? Do all radiator caps fit the same? They are mostly standard sizes, but some of the older ones were taller than later ones. If you have the stock radiator, then you want the stock pressure cap. Higher pressure will tear the radiator apart. How many pounds is a […]

Is a Dodge 2.7 an interference engine?

Is a Dodge 2.7 an interference engine? The 2.7 liter engine’s timing chain drove the water pump (the oil pump was direct-drive from the crank); the engine was an interference design, making the timing chain a prudent choice over a belt. The heads and block were extended to provide a cavity for the chain. How […]

Do tie rods have bushings?

Do tie rods have bushings? The bushing is there to keep road grit out of sensitive internal parts. The threaded bolt end goes into the steering knuckle. The inner tie rod end straight body connects to a bearing housing. It’s all covered by a rubber protective dust boot. Do inner tie rods go bad? Tie […]

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