Glossary “Type I headlamp” Definition:
Has high beam only.
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Type II headlamp
Glossary “Type II headlamp” Definition:
Has both low and high beam.
two valve
Glossary “two valve” Definition:
Two valves. One intake and one exhaust, per cylinder.
two way catalyst
Glossary “two way catalyst” Definition:
Catalytic converter that oxidizes hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide, but has little effect on oxides of nitrogen.
TWV
Glossary “TWV” Definition:
Two Way Valve
TXV
Glossary “TXV” Definition:
Thermal Expansion Valve
two stage paints
Glossary “two stage paints” Definition:
Consists of two distinct layers of paint: basecoat and clearcoat.
two stroke cycle
Glossary “two stroke cycle” Definition:
An engine in which the four events, intake, compression, combustion, and exhaust, take place in two stokes of the piston.
two plane manifold
Glossary “two plane manifold” Definition:
An intake manifold with two plenums.
two sided plastic weld
Glossary “two sided plastic weld” Definition:
The strongest type of weld, because you weld both sides of the part.
two speed axle assembly
Glossary “two speed axle assembly” Definition:
Heavy-duty, vehicle axle arrangement having two different output ratios from the differential that are controlled from the cab of the truck.
two part adhesive systems
Glossary “two part adhesive systems” Definition:
An adhesive that consists of a base resin and a hardener (catalyst). When mixed together they form an acceptable alternative to welding for many plastic repairs.
two part putty
Glossary “two part putty” Definition:
Spot putty that comes with its own hardener for rapid curing.
two piece drive shaft
Glossary “two piece drive shaft” Definition:
Type of drive shaft having two sections requiring a center support bearing mounted on the vehicle frame and universal joints at both ends and in the center.
two piece piston
Glossary “two piece piston” Definition:
Piston having a removable skirt.
two piece valve
Glossary “two piece valve” Definition:
Valve having a head and stem made of two different materials.
two cycle
Glossary “two cycle” Definition:
Term used for two stroke cycle.
two disc clutch
Glossary “two disc clutch” Definition:
A clutch with friction discs for additional holding power used in heavy duty equipment.
twisted pair
Glossary “twisted pair” Definition:
Any two separate insulated conductors twisted together and used to carry a signal.
two bolt main
Glossary “two bolt main” Definition:
Engine block in which the mains are held in place with two bolts each.