Glossary / Engine

cylinder heads

31 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

The cylinder head is the top part of an engine that holds valves and spark plugs. It helps keep the air‑fuel mixture inside the cylinders so the engine can run.

Technical Definition

Cylinder heads are the components that sit on top of an engine’s cylinders and contain valves, spark plugs, and passages for coolant and oil. They play a critical role in sealing combustion chambers and directing airflow.

Hear It Discussed

"How many different cylinder heads have you had in your Scirocco? I don't like your accusation. No, this engine."
The Ugliest US Bumpers Ever Produced — Carmudgeon Ep. 245 w Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott The Carmudgeon Show 28:16

"[2818.6s] and they found out that inside the cylinder heads, [2823.3s] they were they made the company who made the cylinder head"
Alwin Springer: ‘Mr Porsche Motorsport’ talks to 9WERKS - Part 2 9WERKS Radio : The Porsche and Car Podcast 46:58

"...you can't get replacement parts, pieces, components, assembly, sub-assembly, cylinder heads, or anything anywhere."
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - November 22, 2025 - Hour 2 - Veterans, Code Talkers & Cars That Won’t Quit - (855)560-9900 24/7 Hotline Ron Ananian The Car Doctor 06:18