Poor lubrication can cause a lot of problems in your diesel engine. Your piston pins are no different. If you notice damage on your piston pins, there’s a chance that your engine might not be properly lubricated. How do you know if the damage to the pins is caused by improper lubrication? We’ll show you!
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Rod Bearings Failure Analysis
Did you just hear that the rod bearings in your diesel engine have failed? Are you wondering how exactly that could have happened?
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Improper engine care and issues it can cause to pistons.
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So you’re having a problem with the bearings in your diesel engine. But just what is causing this problem? Properly diagnosing the issue can help prevent it from becoming a recurring problem, so it’s important to understand the full extent of the failure.
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When it comes to failures in your engine, you want to know what’s going on and what caused it right away so you can make sure the problem gets fixed. We’re here to help!
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Did you know that when the valves fail on your diesel engine, it could be due to a failure in a specific area of the valve? Different types of failure cause damage in different areas of the valve, so identifying where the failure occurred can help you diagnose exactly what’s going on in your engine.
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You’re at the shop, and the technician tells you that the problems in your diesel engine include a failed piston cooler. But what could have caused that?
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The oil pump is vital to keeping your engine lubricated. If it’s not functioning properly, other parts of your engine could wear and seize, costing you even more money. If your oil pump is starting to fail, there are a few things you might notice, including low oil pressure, higher operation temps, or an unusual noise. None of these symptoms should be ignored, even if your oil pump is in working order, as they could indicate another issue within your engine as well.
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Are you experiencing leaks around your gasket? This failure might be caused by improper installation procedures rather than just normal wear. It’s unlikely that a gasket will just fail on its own. It’s more likely a symptom of a larger issue. In the cases of these gaskets, that issue is the application of glue or other adhesives during installation. Following proper installation procedures can not only help save you some headaches down the road, but it can also prevent an engine leak that leads to further failure.
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Do you have an oil leak happening in your diesel engine? Not sure where it’s coming from? There’s a chance that your oil leak is happening because of poor seals that allow oil to leak into your engine.
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Wondering what can cause your pistons to seize? We’ve got a quick reference guide to help you identify what might be going on with your diesel engine pistons.
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It’s a pain when your head gasket blows. But what might seem like a simple problem can reveal a deeper problem in your engine. Read on to find out what might be causing your head gasket to fail.
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