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What is OHV, SOHC, DOHC? Camshaft Terms Defined

Aaron Turpen October 22, 2014 October 19, 2014 CarNewsCafe.com

It’s not unusual to read a review, see a spec list, or otherwise see technical terms for an engine that are not accompanied by an explanation. For example, a car might be listed as having a DOHC, 32-valve V8. What, exactly, is that? To help clarify things, let’s look at …

What is OHV, SOHC, and DOHC?

Aaron Turpen October 23, 2013 January 30, 2020 10w40.com

Over the next few weeks, we’ll highlight some of the common issues that need attention on a car and the definitions of what is being said when some phrases, labels, or names are being used for things in your vehicle. We’ll start by explaining the three most common engine camshaft …