Long Beach Downtown Camshaft Repair
If you hear unusual noises like backfiring, popping, or tapping sounds from the top of your car’s engine while driving on the 710, or if you experience a dead miss or loss of engine power, it could be an indication of a camshaft issue. In such cases, Orozco’s Auto Service in Long Beach Downtown is a recommended solution.
The camshaft is a crucial component of an internal combustion engine and consists of over 200 moving parts. Without a camshaft, the engine cannot function correctly, and if it becomes damaged, the engine’s performance suffers.
The camshaft’s role and its impact on engine performance may be challenging to understand, especially for those who haven’t disassembled a car engine before. However, it is worth exploring how it works.
When fuel and air mix and ignite, the engine’s pistons move up and down in its cylinders. To allow oxygen in and expel the exhaust gases produced by the explosion, the valves at the top of the cylinders must open and close.
According to experts at Orozco’s Auto Service of Long Beach Downtown, the camshaft is responsible for opening and closing each cylinder’s valves at the right moment and duration. The camshaft comprises “lobes” or “cams” that push rocker arms while rotating. As the camshaft rotates, it raises the outside of the rocker arm, allowing the inside to press on the valve and open it. The rocker arm returns to its initial position, releasing the pressure on the valve as the camshaft continues to rotate, and the valve spring closes the valve. This precise timing with the vehicle’s ignition ensures smooth engine operation and efficient power production.
Camshafts can be driven by a belt, chain, or gear set, and some engines have camshafts that are pushed from below, while others sit on top of the motor and work from “overhead.” The latter design may feature a pair of camshafts. Certain cam designs allow for the timing of when the valves are open to vary. With a series of computer controls, this can create different power profiles at different engine speeds.
If your car requires a new camshaft, repairing it is not recommended due to the manufacturing processes involved. Although some high-performance engines use repairable camshafts, it’s usually not practical or cost-effective for the average car on the road. Therefore, replacing the camshaft with a new one is the best option, and Orozco’s Auto Service is the optimal choice in this situation.
If your vehicle is showing any of the above signs or you believe your vehicle’s camshaft is damaged or are not sure and would like to have it inspected, call Orozco’s Auto Service of Long Beach Downtown today at 562-426-6322. Always keep your vehicle in good condition and ensure the safety of yourself, your loved ones, and those around you!
Orozco’s Auto Service Long Beach – Los Angeles County CA
3033 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach, CA USA
Call Today: 562-426-6322 – Auto/Fleet/Diesel Service Repair
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