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Within the engine is a variety of pathways for oil to be sent to
moving parts. These pathways are designed to deliver the same
pressure of fresh lubricating oil to all parts. If the pathways
become clogged, the affected parts will lock together. This usually
destroys parts that are not lubricated, and often ruins the entire
engine.
The oil passages are cleverly drilled into the connecting parts of
the engine, which allows the highly mobile ones (like the pistons) to
have ample lubrication. Originating at the oil pump, they flow
through all of the major components of the engine. In the case of
the pistons and rods, the passages are designed to open each time the
holes in the crankshaft and rods align.
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