Overhead Valve (OHV)
The camshaft is within the cylinder block and uses pushrods to actuate rocker arms above the cylinder head to actuate the valves.
Some of the benefits of OHV technology:
- Greater power output
- Smoother Fuel mixture intake
- Quicker & more complete exhaust
- Excellent thermal balance
- Decrease in oil consumption
- Increase in service life
See also: Air Intake Valve, Exhaust Valve, Overhead Cam, Sidevalve Engine.
Subjects: Engines