Automotive Engines Part 2 (Block )
Major Parts Cylinder Block Lower End Cylinder Head Upper End
Cylinder Block Main structural component of the engine Casting generally made out of iron or aluminum Holds the crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons and camshaft
Cylinder Block - Surfaces Deck Cylinder head sealing surface
Deck
Cylinder Block - Surfaces Bell Housing allows for transmission mounting
Bell Housing
Cylinder Block - Surfaces Oil Pan Rail oil pan sealing surface
Oil Pan Rail
Cylinder Block - Surfaces Timing Cover – covers timing set, may allow water pump mounting, may allow fuel pump mounting
Timing Cover
Cylinder Block - Surfaces Fuel Pump Boss – allows for fuel pump mounting
Fuel Pump Boss
Cylinder Block - Surfaces contains combustion gasses
Cylinder
Cylinder Block - Surfaces Lifter Valley – returns oil to crankcase
Lifter Valley
Cylinder Block - Surfaces Lifter Bores – controls movement of lifter
Lifter Bores
Cylinder Block - Surfaces Motor Mount Bosses – Allows for engine mounting
Motor Mount Bosses
Cylinder Block - Surfaces Main Bearing Saddle and Cap – holds Crankshaft
Main Bearing Saddle and Cap
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