How do you adjust hydraulic valve lifters?

Hydraulic valve lifters are typically designed to require no manual adjustments. However, there are situations where you may need to consider this process. For example, when partial disassembly of the valvetrain is necessary, it becomes essential to adjust the hydraulic lifters properly. If yo

How do you adjust hydraulic valve lifters?

Hydraulic valve lifters are typically self-adjusting and do not require manual intervention under normal conditions. However, there are situations where manual adjustment becomes necessary. For instance, during partial disassembly of the valvetrain or if you notice unusual noises from the engin

Of interest … the National Fire Dog Monument

This message comes from Larry Shapiro:

While visiting DCFD Rescue 1, a friend showed me a new addition to the station grounds — the National Fire Dog Monument. I took some photos of the memorial and also found a plaque that honors two brave dogs from the Illinois S

Of interest … the National Fire Dog Monument

This message comes from Larry Shapiro:

Last week, while visiting DCFD Rescue 1, a friend showed me something new on the station grounds — the National Fire Dog Monument. I took a few photos of this touching memorial, which honors two brave dogs from the Illinois S

Working fire in Ingleside, 4-20-19

Fox Lake firefighters responded to a fire at a vacant home located at 35656 Franklin Avenue in Ingleside on Saturday, April 20, 2019. The incident prompted a quick response from the local fire department, who arrived on scene to assess and contain the blaze. Although the house was unoccupied at

Lincolnshire-Riverwoods FPD promotions ceremony

The Lincolnshire-Riverwoods Fire Protection District celebrated a special moment during their board meeting on Saturday, July 18, 2015, as they honored the promotion of two new battalion chiefs and two new lieutenants. The ceremony was a proud occasion for the department, marking the recognitio

Lincolnshire-Riverwoods FPD promotions ceremony

On Saturday, July 18, 2015, the Lincolnshire-Riverwoods Fire Protection District held a special ceremony during their board meeting to honor and promote two new battalion chiefs and two new lieutenants. The event was a proud moment for the department as they recognized the dedication and leader

Oblique Aerial Imagery: Definition, Benefits, Use Cases

Oblique imagery is a type of aerial photography captured at an angle, typically between 40 to 45 degrees. This technique allows for a more realistic representation of the landscape, capturing not only the top view but also the sides of objects like buildings and structures. A common oblique cam

Oblique Aerial Imagery: Definition, Benefits, Use Cases

Oblique imagery is a type of aerial photography captured at an angle, typically between 40 to 45 degrees. This method provides a more realistic view of the landscape, allowing for better visualization of features that are not easily seen from a straight-down (nadir) perspective. The most common