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Wednesday, July 14, 2021 Marketing Team

3 Types of Fuel Pumps and How They Work

The electric fuel pump is the most commonly used fuel pump that you will find. It has mostly replaced the mechanical fuel pump. You will find that the electric fuel pump is located directly inside the fuel tank. In comparison to the mechanical fuel pump, the electric fuel pump pumps gas to the fuel injection system at a much higher pressure. Because of this they are found in most new or newer cars as opposed to the mechanical fuel pump.

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021 Marketing Team

How To Gap A Spark Plugs With & Without Tools

Using the gapper is simple. All you need to do is slide the spark plug electrode opening into the gap opener and gently move it over to the smallest side of the gapper. Once it hits the 0.02” area, press the electrode down until it’s flush on each end of the gapper.

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Monday, July 12, 2021 Marketing Team

How To Do A Leak-Down Test

Leave all the spark plugs in except for the cylinder you’re testing. You’ll need a breaker bar or long- handle ratchet and socket to turn the crank nut.

1. Warm up the engine, so the rings have a chance to seal.

2. Pull the spark plug out of the cylinder you want to test.

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Sunday, July 11, 2021 Marketing Team

How To Do A Compression Test

STEP 1: Remove the fuel pump and fuel-injection fuses. Disconnect the main wire to the coil and spark plug wires; remove spark plugs.

STEP 2: Start the threaded end of the compression gauge in a spark plug hole by hand.

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021 Marketing Team

What's The Difference Between A Turbocharger And A Supercharger?

A turbocharger relies on a vehicles exhaust to spool up a turbine to power a compressor. The compressor then pulls in and feeds more air to an engine. On the other hand, a supercharger depends on the engine to rotate. It can be gear driven or belt driven, but the engine will power the unit.

Monday, June 07, 2021 Marketing Team

How To Choose The Right Turbo's For Your Build

We can help you choose the right size turbos for your projects. Read more and let us know what questions you have to get the right set up and reliable power.

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Thursday, May 06, 2021 Marketing Team

Alpha Motorsports adding to Flint’s automotive legacy with custom work for worldwide clients

Hey everybody! Flint Side news came out to interview us at Alpha Motorsports and let you know what we're all about. Read the full article in Flint Side news here! Thanks for the read! 🤘