Proper break-in after an engine rebuild is something we’ve noticed that our customers don’t always know about.
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Stage 3 Performance Cylinder Head For Caterpillar Engines
Are you running a Caterpillar C15, C15 ACERT, or 3406E diesel engine? You may have taken the time to upgrade your turbocharger or install a marine cam, bigger fuel injectors, or a higher performance manifold.
Continue reading Stage 3 Performance Cylinder Head For Caterpillar EnginesWhat Causes A Diesel Crankshaft To Bend? 4 Main Causes
If you have spent any time around an engine, regardless if it is diesel or gas-powered, you will have no doubt heard or even seen people talk about crankshafts. It is a simple, yet complicated moving part that helps keep the pistons and other vital engine components moving safely.
Continue reading What Causes A Diesel Crankshaft To Bend? 4 Main CausesDon’t Delete Your VGT Turbo! Standard, Wastegate, And VGT Explained
Is your VGT giving you trouble again? We know it can be frustrating when you’re looking at thousands of dollars of turbo damage yet again. And we know that it has lead many operators to pull the VGTs all together.
Continue reading Don’t Delete Your VGT Turbo! Standard, Wastegate, And VGT ExplainedDon’t Rebuild Your Own Diesel Fuel Injectors! 3 Reasons Not To Rebuild
Do your fuel injectors need a rebuild? Have you thought about just doing it yourself? Master Diesel Mechanic Mike Schrems told us why you might not want to tackle this yourself.
Continue reading Don’t Rebuild Your Own Diesel Fuel Injectors! 3 Reasons Not To RebuildWhen Should You Replace Your Diesel Spacer Plate?
Installing a cylinder head is a big and expensive job, whether you’re doing it on its own or as part of an overhaul. It’s not unusual for diesel owners to want to find ways to save money where they can on the repair.
Continue reading When Should You Replace Your Diesel Spacer Plate?Why Is My Cummins ISLG Natural Gas Cylinder Head Cracking?
Is your cylinder head in your Cummins ISL or ISLG natural engine cracked in multiple places? Are you looking for a replacement head but cant find quality options?
Continue reading Why Is My Cummins ISLG Natural Gas Cylinder Head Cracking?Why Is My Diesel EGR Valve Failing? 5 Common Causes
An EGR or exhaust gas recirculating valve is a key part of any modern diesel engine. Unfortunately, they have gotten a bad reputation over the years as being one of the most common parts to fail on an otherwise durable engine.
Continue reading Why Is My Diesel EGR Valve Failing? 5 Common CausesDifferences Between Diesel Rebuild Kits
No matter how you look at it, rebuilding your diesel engine is a big job. It can even seem downright stressful trying to pick the right rebuild kit. In-frame, out-of-frame, and engine re-ring kits are just some of the terms used. What do they mean? What are the differences between them? All these questions and many more will be answered in this post!
Continue reading Differences Between Diesel Rebuild KitsWhy Is My Diesel Engine Making Noise While Under Load?
Are you experiencing unexplained noise while your diesel engine is under load?
Continue reading Why Is My Diesel Engine Making Noise While Under Load?How Diesel Turbochargers Work: VGT, Wastegate, and Standard Turbos
Is your VGT giving you trouble again?
Continue reading How Diesel Turbochargers Work: VGT, Wastegate, and Standard TurbosCommon Diesel Turbocharger Problems
Modern diesel engines all have turbochargers. Boosting your internal combustion engine’s potential both physically and figuratively is nothing new. Diesel engines have been taking advantage of wasted exhaust gas for decades.
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