The-Automover Glossary

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Valve cover:

The valve coat covers the regulator train. The valve train consists of rocker arms, valve springs, push rods, lifters and also cam (in an overhead cam engine).

Vapor line:

Fuel lines that attach all the units of the fuel system, are typically made of rolled steel or, sometimes, also of drawn copper. Steel tubing, when used for fuel lines, is normally rust proofed by being copper or zinc plated.

Voiturette:

Early two-seater touring car. Name first used by Leon Bollee and then practical to any small car.