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crankcase the metal housing that encloses the crankshaft, connecting rods, etc., in an internal-combustion engine, reciprocating pump, etc. crankcase [′kraŋk‚kās] (mechanical engineering) The housing for the crankshaft of an engine, where, in the case of an automobile, oil from hot engine parts is collected and cooled before returning to the engine by a pump. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Formulated for sealing automotive flanges, coolant systems, engine blocks, engine and transmission oil pans, axle cover seals and where immediate pressure leak testing is required, the 3--0115 sealant is said to provide an elastomeric seal that is resistant to most automotive powertrain fluids. The integral head and exhaust manifold construction, lightweight and compact generator with neodymium magnet rotor, and integral oil pan and crankcase design combine for a 6kg weight reduction and 10% size reduction compared to the previous model. Then she tried to drive over a large mound of sand, broke an axle and her car's oil pan and started walking. |
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