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The team at Galloway Engines is continually committed to ensuring only quality, precision work is produced. Provided below is a series of technical bulletins which detail some of the methods employed by our technicians as well as additional information which explains the reasons behind our processes.

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Pressure Testing

The importance of "pressure testing" cylinder heads and blocks cannot be overstated. An engine is a precision machine where minor imperfections can cause catastrophic effects.

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Rocker Geometry

The performance of an engine is dependent on a number of systems, where each individual system works in sync to influence the final result.

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Lifter Bore Modifications

With the purchase of the Rottler F67A CNC Machining Centre, Galloway Engines are able to offer a complete lifter bore correction, modification and sleeving service.

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Surface Finish

The efficiency of a head gasket to seal and the life of the gasket vary according to the gasket design, material and coatings.

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Torque Plate Simulation Honing

When rebuilding an engine, it is essential that a cylinder bore is honed, regardless of whether the engine has been re-bored or not.

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Engine Blueprinting

Blueprinting is an exact science which involves modifying the engine to comply with its original manufacturers design tolerances and/or any newly developed specifications which increase the engines operational efficiency.

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Fitting Pistons To Conrods

Fitting pistons to conrods would be considered to be a fairly straight forward job for most mechanics. However, it is important that this task is completed correctly.

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LPG Conversions

Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) conversions are popular due to the advantages offered to the motorist.

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Oils For Older Style Engines

As engine technology advances, lubricants and additives are upgraded to run in line with the modern engine and comply with the current environmental regulations.

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Softness Of Aluminium Heads

Aluminium has different chemical properties to cast iron and it is known that it expands and contracts quicker when it heats up and cools down.

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Scotch-Brite Discs

Despite claims that the Scotch-brite discs are non-abrasive, they do have the ability to wear away the surface of the block, head or manifold which is being cleaned.

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Crack Testing Of Components

A vehicle's engine is a precision machine which operates according to a fine line of critical specifications. The slightest imperfection, incorrect component or faulty part will affect your engines performance and reliability greatly.

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