Fullerton Camshaft Repair
If you hear unusual sounds like backfiring, popping, tapping noise from the top of the engine, or experience a dead miss or loss of engine power while driving in Fullerton, it may indicate a problem with your camshaft. Orozco’s Auto Service in Fullerton is recommended in such a scenario.
The camshaft is a critical component of an internal combustion engine, consisting of thousands of parts, including over 200 moving parts. A vehicle’s engine cannot function without a camshaft, and if it is damaged, the engine’s performance suffers.
Understanding the workings of a camshaft can be challenging for those who do not have the opportunity to take apart a car engine. The role of the camshaft and its impact when not functioning correctly is worth exploring.
When fuel and air mix and ignite, the engine’s pistons move up and down in its cylinders, and the valves at the top of the cylinders need to open and close to allow oxygen in and expel the exhaust gases produced by the explosion.
According to experts at Orozco’s Auto Service, the camshaft is responsible for opening and closing each cylinder’s valves at the correct moment and duration. The camshaft comprises “lobes” or “cams” that push rocker arms while the camshaft rotates. This rotation raises the outside of the rocker arm, allowing the inside to press on the valve and open it. As the camshaft continues to rotate, the rocker arm returns to its initial position, releasing the pressure on the valve, 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. 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 permit 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.
Repairing a camshaft is not recommended due to the manufacturing processes. While some high-performance engines use repairable camshafts, it is usually not practical or cost-effective for the average car on the road. If a car requires a new camshaft, it is best to replace it with a new one, 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 Fullerton today at 714-525-3239. Always keep your vehicle in good condition and ensure the safety of yourself, your loved ones, and those around you!
Orozco’s Auto Service Fullerton – Orange County, CA
1018 W. Orangethorpe Avenue, Fullerton, CA 92833, USA
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