Glossary “burette” Definition:
A calibrated glass container used to measure liquid in (cc).
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burn
Glossary “burn” Definition:
A visible discoloration or sub-surface damage from an excessively high temperature, generally produced by grinding.
burn mark
Glossary “burn mark” Definition:
Mark on the back side of a weld that indicates good weld penetration.
bump steer
Glossary “bump steer” Definition:
The tendency of the steering to veer suddenly in one direction when one or both of the front wheels strikes bump. Caused by loose, worn, damaged or misalign steering or suspension components.
bump stick
Glossary “bump stick” Definition:
Term used to describe a camshaft.
bump stop
Glossary “bump stop” Definition:
A block, usually rubber, to limit suspension system deflection when a tire hits a bump.
bulb trade number
Glossary “bulb trade number” Definition:
The number that identifies for all manufactures.
bulkhead
Glossary “bulkhead” Definition:
Term for Firewall
bulkhead connector
Glossary “bulkhead connector” Definition:
A connector for wires or hoses located where they must pass through a partition or lead to another.
bump cap
Glossary “bump cap” Definition:
Protective head gear worn when working beneath the hood or under the vehicle.
Buick
Glossary “Buick” Definition:
Big Ugly Imtation Chrome King
buildup time
Glossary “buildup time” Definition:
Time required to form a magnetic field around the primary winding of the coil when current is allowed to flow through it in an ignition system.
bulb
Glossary “bulb” Definition:
The glass envelope that contains an incandescent lamp or an electronic tube.
buckling
Glossary “buckling” Definition:
The bowing or lateral displacement of a compression spring.
buffer
Glossary “buffer” Definition:
A part or circuit used to reduce interaction between two electronic circuits.
buffing
Glossary “buffing” Definition:
Surface-finishing process that produces a smooth, lustrous appearance generally free of defined line patterns.
bug
Glossary “bug” Definition:
A minor flaw, imperfection, or malfunction.
bugle
Glossary “bugle” Definition:
A high spot or crown in stretched metal.
buck
Glossary “buck” Definition:
Sudden lurge occurs due to power flow interruption during acceleration.
bucket
Glossary “bucket” Definition:
A type of overhead camshaft valve lifters.