Regular diesel engine maintenance is absolutely imperative if you want a diesel engine to last, and every diesel owner will probably encounter some pitfalls and problems. Although diesel engines require no ignition tune-ups and tend to last longer without major repairs than gasoline engines, they do require regular low-cost maintenance... read more
Six ways you could be killing your car that many of us do. Owning a car can be a dream or a nightmare depending on how well you take care of your vehicle, says the non-profit Car Care Council. The following are Six Ways You Could be Killing Your Car... read more
Problems regarding Chevy 5.3L engines Problems regarding Chevy 5.3L engines, AERA technical committee offers the following information. Regarding a ticking noise or misfire on 2005-2014 GM V8 engines. Therefore with AFM (Active Fuel Management, formerly known as displacement on demand (DoD)). Engine ticking or misfires seem to be happening on cylinders 1,... read more
MOTOR OIL CHANGE For maximum protection, most oil companies say to motor oil change every 3,000 miles or three to six months regardless of what type of driving you do. A new engine with little or no wear can probably get by on 7,500 mile oil changes. But as an... read more
PROTECT YOUR CAR'S INTERIOR Try to add up the hours you spend in your car. It’s a lot, isn’t it? Commutes, errand runs and road trips can have you sitting in those bucket seats for hours on end, and during that time, you and your passengers are actually living in... read more
The 1996-2002 Chevy 350/5.7L remanufactured engine is one of the most asked for remanufactured engine at Roadmaster. The ’96-02 350ci Vortec 5700 engines enjoy lots of aftermarket support to help improve the 255 hp and 330 lb-ft of torque they’re rated for at the crank. An engine swap can get... read more
What is involved in a safe vehicle inspection? The safety inspection critieria set by the State of Texas is designed to make sure that your vehicle is operating safely and includes Vehicle Inspection tips: Exhaust system Headlights, stop and warning lights, and turn signals Foot and parking brakes Wheel assembly... read more
4HE1 AND 4HK1 DIESEL ENGINE 4HE1 and 4HK1 diesel engines. These Isuzu diesel engines are no problem for Roadmaster to remanufacture and get you back on the road quickly. And Roadmaster Engine World has the best prices and warranty. These Isuzu 4HE1 and 4HK1 diesel engine are also R &... read more
Six-Point Vehicle Check: A Gift that Keeps on Giving A six-point vehicle check is a gift that will keep on giving, both in better vehicle performance and fewer unexpected repairs this winter, says the Car Care Council. “Inspecting six key systems ahead of time can save you the headaches and... read more
Remanufactured Chevy Vortec 5.7l Chevy Vortec 5.7l is a remanufactured engine build as a long block. All for just $1695 exchange. Generation I: The Vortec 5700 L31 is a V8 truck engine. Displacement is 5.7 L or 350. It is the last production Generation I small-block from Chevrolet. The cylinder... read more
Lifter Noise The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information regarding Lifter Noise And Low Oil Pressure On GM Engines on 1997-2013 GM 4.8L, 5.3L, 5.7L & 6.0L engines. This noise is only noticeable at idle and a slight increase in RPM will diminish the noise. The noise is also only... read more
The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information on backfire, kickback, hard or no start during crank/start for 1995-2000 GM 4.3, 5.0, 5.7 & 7.4L engines. These engines are used in pickup trucks and sports utility vehicles. Customers with this condition may have any of the combinations listed below. If the condition exists and... read more
Every time you start your vehicle or turn your ignition key to the on position there are illuminated vehicle dashboard light symbols on the dashboard. These perform a self-test to let you know the bulbs are working. While these lights usually go off right away and are soon forgotten. There... read more
Ford 6.7L most common problems The Ford 6.7L most common problems are isolated incidents - failures or faults experienced by a low percentage of owners, particularly on early engines. While issues are expected from a clean-late engine,. Especially one as advanced as the 6.7L Power Stroke, there have been very... read more
The long-held notion that you should let your car idle in the cold is only true for carbureted engines. In the thick of winter, the common wisdom is that when you are gearing up to take your truck out in the cold and snow, you should step outside, start up... read more