When you have a broken cylinder head, options are either to buy a new one which is relatively expensive, rebuild, or get remanufactured cylinder head to replace it. Many car owners find the latter two choices rather attractive due to their low costs, but not all of them know exactly what they are. Rebuilt and remanufactured. These two terms are used interchangeably, sometimes so loosely which makes it so confusing. If you are one of those who wonder what is the difference between them and what you should expect when choosing one or another, this blog post is here to help.
Caterpillar Cylinder Heads & Caterpillar Engine History
Let’s take a look back at Caterpillar engine history. The CAT 3304 and 3306 remain two of the best engines Caterpillar ever designed and produced. While the former is an in-line, four-stroke-cycle engine that has a max brake horsepower of 95, a bore and stroke of 4.8 inches by 6.0 inches and a displacement of 425 cubic inches, the latter is a 10.5 L inline six-cylinder diesel or natural gas engine that produces horsepower ratings between 218 – 360 hp with turbo and injector performance upgrades. Both engines are known for their reliability due to uncomplicated designs, yet offer solutions in a wide range of construction applications.
Difference Between Gasoline and Diesel Cylinder Heads
The diesel engine, also known as the compression-ignition (CI) engine, is an internal combustion engine which can be found in a broad range of vehicles. It comes with the benefits of increased fuel efficiency and fewer mechanical problems…
Can You Repair a Cracked Cylinder Head?
The cylinder head is a vital part of many internal combustion engines. Along with a head gasket and rubber grommets, it seals the cylinders of the engine, ensuring its fuel intake, combustion, cooling and lubrication are all in working order.