You've probably read this line a dozen times: "It's never been easier to make horsepower than right now." While that's true, it also means everything else in the engine is now more highly stressed.

Adjusting valve clearances is simple, right? They can be, as long as you follow what Honda has to say about them. If there's one thing Honda says to do when it comes to adjusting those valves, it's to ...

Taking a closer look at my new engine while walking through the proper way to set valve lash. Precision matters when building power.#valvelash #engineinspection #cartech Alaskan volcano rumbling ...

Dear Tom and Ray: My 2006 Honda Element has 108,000 miles. The dealer recommends a valve-clearance adjustment at this time. Is this a service you would recommend, or is it not necessary? Please ...

In this video, a valve lash adjustment is performed on a 1995 GMC Suburban's 5.7L engine while the motor is running to address a persistent ticking noise. The ticking sound is suspected to be caused ...

It is incomplete to even talk about degreeing a camshaft without discussing piston-to-valve clearance. It's like learning how to drive but never being taught how to use the brakes. Learning how to ...

It's a skill that every hot rodder should know by heart. It can also be one of the more confusing aspects of engine assembly. We're talking about setting valves. In this story, we'll show you a very ...