Hot Shot’s Secret launches Tick Fix + Protect, an oil enhancer designed to address lifter tick and valvetrain noise.

A common issue with the 5.3 engine is AFM lifter failure. In this video, we diagnose the problem and replace the failed AFM lifter and pushrod to get the engine running properly again. Follow along ...

Mechanical lifters were once commonplace in internal combustions engines, but they've been mostly replaced by hydraulic lifters, which offer a lot of benefits.

Judge denies motion to sever GM lifter lawsuit, keeping AFM and DFM claims together after four-year delay. Plaintiffs face an uphill battle.

A few days ago, we published a report highlighting the valve lifter issues some General Motors customers were experiencing in certain vehicles equipped with either its 5.3L V8 L84 gasoline engine or 6 ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Car engines derive power from thousands of miniature explosions contained within their cylinders every minute. We quickly become accustomed to ...

I had an engine shop rebuild my 327 small-block Chevy. Everything was brand-new, including the rods, pistons, crank, cam, and heads. After fire-up and with 100 miles on it, it washed a ring and ...