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Measuring Combustion Chamber Volume

The volume of a cylinder head's combustion chamber is an incredibly important spec. Too big, and you are leaving compression on the table. Too small, and you might hurt the engine. Measuring it isn't hard, but you need to follow the right steps in order to get an accurate result.

Goodson teamed up with EngineLabs.com to create this tech article and video.

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Tech Lab Tuesday Presents Low-Lift Flow

Another great video from our friends at Jim's Auto Machine Shop in Colorado.

This one is a treat for the diesel guys! Our customer came to us in need of help for their 550HP 7.3L Powerstroke... but we've already seen these heads once before.

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Using the Crankshaft Stroke Checker | Tech Lab Tuesday

Learn how to accurately measure crankshaft stroke length up to 6" using the Goodson Crankshaft Stroke Checker.

 

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As always, if you have any questions or need help, contact the Goodson Techxperts™ at 1-800-533-8010 or drop them an email.

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Setting Up Expanding Pilots | Tech Lab Tuesday

Expanding Pilots are a great alternative when the exact pilot you need isn't available. But they have to be set up correctly. We get a lot of questions about how to set-up the Expanding Pilots in the product line. For this week's Tech Lab Tuesday, we put together a short video outlining the steps.

Remember, do NOT use expanding pilots with multi-angle valve seat cutting systems such as the Goodson 3-D Fast Cut™. 

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Using the V-Twin On-The-Engine Spring Compressor | Tech Lab Tuesday

We get a lot of questions about how to use the V-Twin On-the-Engine Spring Compressor so we've together a short video that shows just how easy it is to use. 

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Using the Reluctor Ring Installation Tool

Using the Reluctor Ring Installation Tool

This week for Tech Lab Tuesday, we're featuring the Reluctor Ring Installation Tool (RRJ-350). check out this short video to see what makes it a great tool and how to use it.

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Using The Cylinder Head CC-Measuring Kit | Tech Lab Tuesday

Using The Cylinder Head CC-Measuring Kit | Tech Lab Tuesday

We get a lot of questions about how to set up and use the Goodson CC Measuring Kit (CCB-KIT). This video will walk you through the step of set-up, use and maintenance. 

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Triumph Valve Seat Cutting

This video from our friends over at Classic British Spares, includes an excellent demonstration of how to use the 3-D Fast Cut Tool Setting Fixture (3D-TSFA) when cutting valve seats.

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Tools for Rod & Piston Work | Tech Lab Tuesday Video

Tools for Rod & Piston Work | Tech Lab Tuesday Video

In this episode of Tech Lab Tuesday, we're talking about Connecting Rod and Piston Work. We've had lots of questions about why and how to use a rod heater, so we start there. Then we explain how to use several related tools. There's a lot to absorb in this short video so hold on tight.

This video is closed-captioned for your convenience.

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Valve Guide Installation Tools

Valve Guide Installation Tools

For such a small part, proper installation of the valve guide is essential. In today's episode of Tech Lab Tuesday, we look at different methods for installing valve guides — everything from manual to pneumatic valve guide drivers to the Goodson Adjustable Powered Valve Guide Driver with Replaceable Pilots.

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