1st December 2024 - Lower Quarter flooding

Thought for the day :"Germany is advising people to stock up on sausage and cheese, it is a Wurst Käse scenario"

Wet - too wet to walk 

Went down the lower quarter to rebuild the gazebo - totalled now but still standing.

Rescued the bridge across the River Why which had been swept away by the high water 

Susie says that the fields were covered this morning. May have slept on a bit 

 

Finished the kitchen and most of it is back in place - the Pigs are flying again 

And the eaters are growing so fast - 6 scoops a day at the moment.

 

And in other news - found this explanation about how an engine is put together 

For information only. far too late for me to start that sort of thing!! 

Engine stuff

Every Car Engine Component Explained

A car engine is a complex system of parts working together to convert fuel into mechanical energy, which powers the vehicle. Most cars use internal combustion engines, although electric and hybrid engines are becoming more common. Here’s a brief overview of the key components in a typical car engine and their functions:

1. Rocker Arm Cover: Protects the engine's moving parts and prevents oil leaks.

2. Rocker Cover Gasket: Seals the rocker cover to the engine, preventing oil from leaking.

3. Rocker Arm: Transfers motion from the camshaft to the valves, opening and closing them.

4. Valve Spring: Keeps the valves closed and ensures contact between the camshaft and the tappet.

5. Cylinder Head: Forms the top of the combustion chamber and seals the cylinders.

6. Head Gasket: Provides a seal between the engine block and cylinder head, preventing fluid leaks.

7. Cylinder: The chamber where fuel is burned to create power.

8. Valves: Control airflow and fuel entry into the engine, as well as exhaust gas release.

9. Spark Plug: Ignites the air-fuel mixture inside the combustion chamber.

10. Cylinder Block: Houses the engine's cylinders, pistons, and crankshaft.

11. Ignition Distributor: Sends electricity from the ignition coil to the spark plugs in the correct sequence.

12. Fuel Pump: Transfers fuel from the tank to the engine.

13. Piston: Converts the energy from burning fuel into mechanical motion.

14. Timing Cover: Protects the timing belt or chain from dirt and debris.

15. Connecting Rod: Connects the piston to the crankshaft, transmitting motion.

16. Ring Gear: Helps in various engine operations, including starting the engine.

17. Camshaft: Opens and closes the valves by converting rotational motion into reciprocating motion.

18. Flywheel: Stores rotational energy and ensures smooth engine operation.

19. Crankshaft: Converts the up-and-down motion of the pistons into rotational motion.

Cheers !

Maybe should be Halloween but what the heck!