Noticing an increase in oil consumption in your Cummins ISM? Are you hearing knocking sounds or is your engine losing compression?
Continue reading Inframe Engine Rebuild Kit for Cummins ISM (4918787)Category: Blog – All HHP Blog Articles
Best Upgrades for a Caterpillar C13 Engine
The Caterpillar C13 remains one of the top heavy-duty diesel engines used in highway trucks, vocational applications, and heavy-haul operations.
Known for:
- Strong low-end torque
- Good drivability
- ACERT emissions technology
- Long service life
…the C13 also became well known for its twin-turbo configuration and airflow-sensitive performance characteristics.
Because of this, many Caterpillar C13 upgrades focus on:
- Improving airflow
- Reducing exhaust gas temperatures (EGTs)
- Increasing reliability
- Improving throttle response
- Reducing turbocharger-related issues
However, not every upgrade improves reliability.
The best Caterpillar C13 upgrades typically balance:
- Fuel system stability
- Performance
- Durability
- Cooling efficiency
Steps To Protect Your Turbocharger
You’ve heard it before. Turbochargers are vital to the overall performance of your diesel engine.
Continue reading Steps To Protect Your TurbochargerBosch Common Rail Injectors and Pumps for Case Skid Steers
We know just how invaluable skid steers are, especially on construction sites and farm operations. They’re true workhorses and it can be frustrating when they break down.
Continue reading Bosch Common Rail Injectors and Pumps for Case Skid SteersEngine Rebuild Kit for Caterpillar C15 (C15101-010)
Are you noticing an increase in oil consumption in your Caterpillar C15? Maybe you’re noticing engine knocking or excessive smoke?
Continue reading Engine Rebuild Kit for Caterpillar C15 (C15101-010)What’s The Benefit Of Bosch Injectors?
When you’re looking for new injectors for your DD13, DD15 or DD16 diesel engine, you probably feel like you have limited options for quality parts. If you’re like most people, you head straight to the dealership to get OEM parts.
Continue reading What’s The Benefit Of Bosch Injectors?Why Should I Use Inconel Valves?
You want your engine to run for miles and miles. That’s why when you’re doing work on your diesel engine, we know you want parts made from the best materials.
Continue reading Why Should I Use Inconel Valves?Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) – Problems, Cleaning and More
Exhaust systems have undergone quite a few changes over the years to help make them cleaner and reduce the risk of carbon buildup.
Continue reading Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) – Problems, Cleaning and MoreHow our XPI injectors get tested
When you’re looking for injectors for your diesel engine, we know you want the best.
Continue reading How our XPI injectors get testedDo I Need APRs In My Engine?
You’ve probably heard a lot about anti-polish rings for pistons and how great they are for your diesel engine.
Continue reading Do I Need APRs In My Engine?An Overview Of XPI Needles And Nozzles
Are you looking for new injectors for your Cummins diesel engine and are wondering what’s up with XPI injectors?
Continue reading An Overview Of XPI Needles And NozzlesCaterpillar Cylinder Head Stages: Stage 1 vs. Stage 2 vs. Stage 3 vs. Stage 4
Not all Caterpillar cylinder heads are designed for the same workload.
Some are built for long-term durability in heavy-haul applications. Others are designed to support higher airflow demand, elevated boost pressure, and aggressive performance builds.
As horsepower, towing demand, and thermal load increase, the cylinder head becomes increasingly important for maintaining:
- airflow efficiency,
- combustion stability,
- exhaust temperature control,
- and long-term engine reliability.
That is why many Caterpillar performance and severe-duty builds are commonly separated into different “stages” of cylinder heads.
Quick Takeaway:
Different cylinder head stages are designed for different airflow demands, boost levels, thermal loads, and long-term operating conditions.
Different cylinder head stages are designed for different airflow demands, boost levels, thermal loads, and long-term operating conditions.
Continue reading Caterpillar Cylinder Head Stages: Stage 1 vs. Stage 2 vs. Stage 3 vs. Stage 4
