When the cylinder head in your diesel engine reaches the end of its useful life, you have an important decision to make.
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Camshafts Replace or not to Replace? That is the Question.
So, you have 1,000,000 plus miles on your diesel engine and youve decided its time for a rebuild. Some parts you know you have to replace, but others you arent so sure about. Fuel injectors, oil coolers, oil pumps, and oh, what about the harmonic damper? Our staff gets questions on these parts all the time, but one item that doesnt get nearly as much attention as it should is the camshaft.
Continue reading Camshafts Replace or not to Replace? That is the Question.Caterpillar C12 Exhaust Stud Kit
Highway and Heavy Parts has released a new C12 Exhaust Manifold Stud Kit! This high-quality C12 exhaust manifold stud kit (which also fits standard C13 exhaust manifolds) is designed to lower repair costs and simplify the parts ordering process. The C12 exhaust manifold stud kit accomplishes these goals by using OEM-grade or better materials at competitive costs. The C12 exhaust manifold stud kit combines multiple part numbers into one simple part number. This one-part number helps simplify the ordering process and reduces the number of on-hand inventory SKUs.
Continue reading Caterpillar C12 Exhaust Stud KitHighway and Heavy Tech Tips: Common Turbo Problems
Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) presents the latest in our tech tip blog series. This month we will cover lubricating oil in the turbocharger and external turbocharger leaks. Monthly our parts department records the most frequently asked questions, what the answer are, and what did we learn. This not only helps us better answer your questions but also helps keep us updated on the latest industry trends.
Continue reading Highway and Heavy Tech Tips: Common Turbo ProblemsDiesel Engine Break In Procedure
We often get calls about the break in procedure of a newly rebuilt engine. Proper break in is critical and sometimes overlooked. Even though you may have used one of our outstanding overhaul kits and your mechanic did a great job installing the parts, if the engine is not broke in correctly, the rings may not seat. This will lead to oil consumption and power loss.
Continue reading Diesel Engine Break In ProcedureDETROIT DIESEL SERIES 60 14L CYLINDER HEAD GASKET SET (FP-23532333)
Engine overheating, poor fuel economy, or white steam coming from your engine are signs that you may have a damaged cylinder head gasket in your Detroit Diesel Series 60.
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Increased emissions? Sluggish acceleration? Whining noise coming from your engine? You may need your turbocharger replaced in your Detroit Diesel Series 60.
Continue reading DETROIT DIESEL SERIES 60 TURBOCHARGER (R23528065)CATERPILLAR C15 INFRAME ENGINE REBUILD KIT (C15103010HP)
Loss of power, excessive oil consumption, or poor fuel economy are signs that it may be time to rebuild the engine in your Caterpillar C15.
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CUMMINS ISX15 INFRAME ENGINE REBUILD KIT (5405986)
A loss of power, excessive oil consumption, or poor fuel economy are signs that it may be time to rebuild your Cummins ISX 15.
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