valve guide


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valve guide

[′valv ‚gīd]
(mechanical engineering)
A channel which supports the stem of a poppet valve for maintenance of alignment.
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In this paper, the valve stem and valve guide contact behavior is investigated for an engine with RFF valvetrain and overhead cam configuration.
Effect of Valvetrain Components Misalignment on Valve and Guide Interactions in Automotive Engines
STI's strength is its engine component technology, particularly that of its valve guide.
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A valve guide had pushed out of the head, causing the valve not to open correctly thus blowing the oil out of the engine," explained Chris, "so it was time for another engine change.
Torrid time for SDMC; Motor Sport
The VGS-20 Valve Guide and Seat Machine lets shops set up and run heads up to 48" long.
Full range of head rework
Peterson Machine Tool has added the System 2000 XL Valve Guide and Seat machine to its line of engine rebuilding and cleaning equipment.
Valve guide and seat machine
The exhaust valve guide was out of limits while the exhaust valve was burned and unserviceable.
Cylinders: The following information is derived from the FAA's Service Difficulty Reports and Aviation Maintenance Alerts
We also asked about specific shortcomings, such as loss of compression, valve guide wear and cracking and respondents were given the opportunity to comment generally on cylinder issues.
Cylinder survey: top marks for Lycoming: Lycoming's factory jugs engender the most loyalty and the fewest complaints. ECI also did well, but slips a little due to quality issues
Valve stem seals are designed to allow a small amount of oil to pass through the seal lip to provide lubrication at the interface of the valve stem and the valve guide.
New valve stem seals for heavy-duty engines
Three of the six cylinders experienced valve guide failures at 384 hours time in service.
Corroded, cracked
Keep the jugs cool--whether with fuel (rich of peak EGT) or air (lean of peak)--to help prevent both cracking and exhaust valve guide wear.
Cylinder replacements: Lycoming, ECI are tops: the entire cylinder market has been racked by ADs, bulletins and recalls. Lycoming's factory jugs have been standout performers
The valve stem was damaged and would not pass through the valve guide.
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