The first thing you should understand is that direct-port, constant-flow fuel-injection—Hilborns, En-derles, Crowers, whatever—were never designed, nor intended, to be run on the street. All of these ...

The fuel injection pump is the heart of the diesel engine. Precisely delivered fuel maintains a rhythm or timing that keeps the engine running smooth. Simultaneously, the pump also controls the amount ...

Fuel injector problems can cause rough idling, misfires, and poor fuel economy, but not all issues require costly replacements. Understanding how injectors work, the right way to diagnose them, and ...

In the past, race-type constant flow fuel injection (Fl) systems have met with little success on the street. Usually designed only for high-speed idle and wide-open throttle (WOT) operation, such ...

Zak is new to the CarBuzz team, working as a freelance content writer. When Zak isn't writing How To articles for CarBuzz he's working as a high school automotive technology instructor. Before ...

Diesel injectors are the heart of your engine’s performance, and knowing when and how they fail can save you from costly repairs. From reading trouble codes to performing balance tests, accurate ...

In order for a petrol engine to run at its most efficient, fuel must be metered into it in precise amounts. If it is supplied with too much fuel then it will run 'rich', causing excessive fuel ...

It's very common knowledge that engines rely on fluids to operate. While the various oils, water, and fuels are referred to as a powerplant's "life bloods," the latter liquid—diesel, for our ...