Part 1 begins the repair of a damaged hydraulic cylinder from a CAT 651 scraper. Follow the initial inspection, teardown, and machining work as the team assesses what it will take to restore the ...

A damaged hydraulic cylinder moves through another stage of the repair process. Follow the machining, inspection, and rebuilding work as precision techniques are used to restore the cylinder for ...

The cylinder head gasket provides a seal between the engine block and the head that caps the cylinders. The gasket not only contains the pressure of controlled explosions within the cylinders but also ...

We are all too familiar with the shortcomings of the Ford 6.0L Power Stroke engine. We talk all the time about its EGR and oil-cooler failures. However, one of the powerplant's lesser-known issues is ...

Brake fluid is stored in the master cylinder. When you step on the pedal, fluid goes from the master cylinder into the brake lines. To check the brake fluid in your master cylinder, follow these steps ...

Spark plugs that haven't been changed for a long time can become one with the cylinder head. Fortunately, it's possible to repair damaged threads instead of scrapping the head. (Photograph by Chris ...

When a cylinder gland or piston becomes seized, many shops reach a dead end. Standard tools can’t break the parts loose, and destructive methods often damage components beyond repair.