Glossary “Turbo Hydra-Matic” Definition:
A/T by General Motors.
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turbine
Glossary “turbine” Definition:
1). Driven member inside a torque converter consisting of many vanes that receive fluid flow from the impeller. 2). Driven member that connects to the transmission input shaft and provides torque input to the planetary gearset.
turbine engine
Glossary “turbine engine” Definition:
Engine in which gas pressure is created by combustion to spin a turbine.
turbine spray system
Glossary “turbine spray system” Definition:
The unit produces its own pressure and does not use shop air.
tungsten electrode
Glossary “tungsten electrode” Definition:
A non-filler metal electrode used in arc welding, arc cutting, and plasma spraying, made principally of tungsten (W).
tungsten inert gas welding
Glossary “tungsten inert gas welding” Definition:
Welding process using tungsten (W) with an inert gas, such as argon (Ar), as a shield.
tunnel ram manifold
Glossary “tunnel ram manifold” Definition:
Intake manifold having a large plenum and long runners to the intake ports, improving output at high rpm.
tuned port injection (TPI)
Glossary “tuned port injection (TPI)” Definition:
Multiport fuel injection system used on 5.0 and 5.7 L GM V-8 engines featuring tuned intake runners from a common plenum.
tuned intake
Glossary “tuned intake” Definition:
Term used for ram tuning.
tune up
Glossary “tune up” Definition:
Routine maintenance procedure that includes replacing the rotor and spark plugs; in older cars, replacing the rotor, points, capacitor, spark plugs and adjustment of the timing.
tune-up specifications
Glossary “tune-up specifications” Definition:
Specifications used during a tune-up procedure on a vehicle.
tuned exhaust
Glossary “tuned exhaust” Definition:
Exhaust system having equal length passages.
tuned header
Glossary “tuned header” Definition:
Term used for tuned exhaust.
Tuftride (210)
Glossary “Tuftride (210)” Definition:
Tradename of a liquid chemical used to surface-harden metal parts, such as crankshafts.
tulip
Glossary “tulip” Definition:
The yoke or housing of a tripod CV plunge joint. It has three grooves that the rollers can roll in and out as the axle length changes.
tulip valve
Glossary “tulip valve” Definition:
Intake or exhaust valve with a tulip-shape on the backside of the valve head.
tucked and rolled
Glossary “tucked and rolled” Definition:
Type of upholstery pleating.
Tudor
Glossary “Tudor” Definition:
An early Ford designation for a four-door sedan.
tubeless tire
Glossary “tubeless tire” Definition:
Tire having an integral inside rubber liner to retain air; mounted directly on the rim.
tubular core
Glossary “tubular core” Definition:
Radiator or heater core made up of tubular cells.