Glossary / General

valve guides

9 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Valve guides are parts in an engine that help keep the valves in the right position. If they wear out, it can cause problems like oil burning and smoke.

Technical Definition

Valve guides are cylindrical components that help align the valves in an engine. They ensure that the valves open and close properly, and if they wear out, it can lead to issues like excessive oil consumption and smoke from the exhaust.

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"...the other possibility is that you have bad or worn valve guides. Yeah, but I would definitely try the sludge..."
#2614: The Sludgehammer The Best of Car Talk 23:32

"The last thing that I'll say is that some people mentioned that the, the valve guides are not super strong on these motors."
It's Slippery Slope Season with Your Favorite Chopped Uncs - DWA! Podcast Ep. #938 Driving While Awesome 20:00

""valves all sorted out, that sort of thing, new valve guides.""
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