Friday, 10 May 2024, 8:38 AM
Site: IMI eLearning
Course: IMI eLearning (IMI eLearning)
Glossary: Automotive Glossary
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BTDCBefore Top Dead Centre |
BTDC - Before Top Dead CenterBTDC - Before Top Dead Centre. |
BTDC - Before Top Dead centreThe position of the crankshaft before the piston has passed the top of the cylinder and is still on the way up. |
BtuBritish Thermal Units |
BuffingA technique used to polish an area to remove sanding marks or surface imperfections (see Polishing). |
Buffing CompoundSoft paste containing various grades of fine abrasives suspended in a neutral medium, used to eliminate fine scratches and polish the topcoat. |
BuildThe amount of paint film deposited on a substrate (the depth or thickness of which is measured in microns). |
BulkheadSubstantial structural panel of vehicle body in front of passenger compartment. Also known as a firewall. |
Bump CapA hard hat. |
Bump SteeringSteering action that results from hitting a bump. |