As you may know, we have a team of experts here at HHP who are ready to help you with your diesel engine parts needs. But just who are you talking to when you call into us?
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How to Increase Your Diesel Repair Shop’s Value Through Recurring Revenue
Have you taken a look at your revenue streams recently? Do you know where the bulk of your money comes from each month? As we’ve mentioned throughout this series, people who are looking to purchase a business want to make sure that they’re making a good investment, and odds are they’ll be willing to pay more for a business that has clear sources of revenue.
Continue reading How to Increase Your Diesel Repair Shop’s Value Through Recurring RevenueHow a Bad Diesel EGR Cooler Can Impact Your VGT Turbo
We’ve been talking a lot about the various components of your EGR system, and why they’re necessary to the proper function of your diesel engine. The EGR cooler is another part in the diesel EGR system meant to reduce NOx gas emissions. Its job is to pull as much heat as possible out of the gases before they’re reintroduced into the combustion chamber.
Continue reading How a Bad Diesel EGR Cooler Can Impact Your VGT TurboWhy Diesel Engine Oil Changes are Key for Your VGT Turbo
Contrary to what you may have heard, changing your oil regularly can help extend the life of your engine and save you money. It’s actually one of the cheapest routine maintenance actions you can perform on your diesel truck.
Continue reading Why Diesel Engine Oil Changes are Key for Your VGT TurboAnti-Polish Rings: Do I Need Them For My Diesel Engine?
Like most engine design changes, anti-polish rings (APRs) were created with a particular purpose in mind to remove carbon buildup from the piston.
Continue reading Anti-Polish Rings: Do I Need Them For My Diesel Engine?Diesel Engine DPF Filters Explained
Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) are one of the major additions to exhaust systems in recent years. DPFs are designed to clean exhaust and eliminate soot, carbon, and that characteristic diesel smell. Downstream from the DPF is the VGT turbo, which relies on its strong airflow to drive the turbine.
Continue reading Diesel Engine DPF Filters ExplainedProblems with CAT C15 Diesel Engine Oil Pumps
Your oil pump. It’s probably not a part you’ve thought about a lot, but it serves an important role in your diesel engine.
Continue reading Problems with CAT C15 Diesel Engine Oil PumpsWhy is My Diesel Engine EGR Valve Failing?
Do you know why you need your EGR valve? It’s an important component of your EGR system that takes a ton of abuse because of its environment, and it’s gotten a bad reputation over the years. People often choose to delete it because of the problems it can cause your diesel engine and VGT turbo. But, did you know that this can end up costing you more money in the long run?
Continue reading Why is My Diesel Engine EGR Valve Failing?Problems With CAT C15 Diesel Engine Camshafts
Is your camshaft failing? Do you need a replacement camshaft? Not sure how you would know?
Continue reading Problems With CAT C15 Diesel Engine CamshaftsProblems That Require Diesel Engine Cylinder Head Components for CAT C15
Is your cylinder head failing? It might be, but you might be surprised to find out that individual components within the cylinder head could be the cause of your issues.
Continue reading Problems That Require Diesel Engine Cylinder Head Components for CAT C15What Metrics Impact the Value of Your Diesel Repair Shop?
So, you’re working on getting your diesel repair shop ready to sell. Or, you’re at least considering selling at some point in the future. It should be as easy as figuring the going rate of repair shops and finding a buyer willing to pay that, right?
Continue reading What Metrics Impact the Value of Your Diesel Repair Shop?Problems Indicating CAT C15 Diesel Head Gasket Failure
So, we’ve talked about various components of your CAT C15 is located where the most combustion is created. Remember that your head gasket creates the seal that allows for the combustion in your engine to happen properly. If your combustion chamber isn’t sealed properly, you’ll have a noticeable change in the performance of your diesel engine.
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