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Diesel Engine Common Rail Fuel Injectors from HHP

Here at Highway & Heavy Parts, we’re always looking for ways to improve your diesel engine’s performance, mileage, emissions, and driving experience. Keeping up with the advancements in diesel engine technology, we’re proud to now offer HHP Common Rail Injectors, including injectors for your heavy-duty pickups.

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VGT Options for Your Cummins ISX Diesel Engine

You’ve probably seen the term VGT or variable geometry turbocharger thrown around a lot when talking about diesel engines. You’ve probably heard even more about the problems they cause and money they can cost operators. How it’s easier and cheaper just to delete the system.

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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. 

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How 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. 

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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.

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Why 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?

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