Tips on How to Prevent an Engine Water Hammer

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In part 1, I talked about the basics of the water hammer phenomenon, and the two ways how water can gain access to the internal combustion. So, now, let’s continue and learn more about this water hammer phenomenon.

KNOW WHAT TO DO WHEN A WATER HAMMER HAPPENS

  • Push your car. You can’t go far though. There are instances when the water enters a certain section and experienced the water hammer; it will not stall, but then, it could result to further harm.
  • Open the hood. See if there is water inside the air filter. There are cases when there is no water at all in the filter but it is damaged.
  • Take off the filter and examine the duct cavity. If there are droplets of water on the walls, the possibility of water hammer is present.
  • Should there be any sign of moist, you must it wipe off by using an extremely spongy material such as dry napkin or cotton rag. If your vehicle is on the road, contact a tow truck to help you move it.

When safe, you should dismantle the intake tract. If you delay it, all the droplets will gather in one area.  If your car has droplets of water, it is a good idea to go to a professional mechanic right away and do not wait another day.

IMPLICATIONS OF AN ENGINE WATER HAMMER AND HOW IT ENDANGERS

The effect of water hammer will vary depending on the water that went into the motor. A diesel engine performs with intense air compression. Hence, the results will lead to greater destruction even with very little water in the motor.

At an idle position, the engine will easily stop. However, when you encounter a huge splash, for sure, the rings or rods will be broken. The most minimal consequence of a water hammer is a major overhaul of the motor. In the worst case, it is up for replacement, and if the car is expensive, then, this procedure is akin to buying a new vehicle.

ENGINE WATER HAMMER PREVENTION TIPS

Drive slowly if you are using a light vehicle especially when you see a pool of water. This will preserve the chassis of your car, and at the same time, you are avoiding water hammer.

On the other hand, if your vehicle is used to driving through all sorts of terrain barriers, deep fords included. Then, you could probably install a metal air inlet so that air will come in from the roof level.

If the weather is bad, there is one rule to follow: do not go through a big pool of water. Running on a slower speed would mean better chances of avoiding an engine water hammer to happen.

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