There are some great benefits to using a VGT turbocharger in your diesel engine that you might be unaware of. With all of the turbocharger options out there, why pay more for a variable geometry turbo?
Continue reading What are the Benefits of VGT Turbos? Features & How They Function
These checks and tests are meant to be a quick and simple way to test a diesel brake air compressor and determine its functionality. There are always exceptions and rare occurrences, but these should be able to diagnose most leaking oil/coolant issues.
Continue reading Why Is My Diesel Engine Air Brake Compressor Leaking?
There are a few parts that you see as many (or more) remanufactured options for as new. Diesel camshafts are one of these parts. That’s because camshafts are pretty easy to rebuild, and if done correctly, work just as well. If you are considering replacing your old cam, you should definitely consider going with a remanufactured camshaft.
Continue reading The 3 Steps of the Camshaft Reconditioning Process
At Highway & Heavy Parts, we do parts differently! We won’t sell you just any part. We won’t just sell you the lowest price part. And we certainly won’t sell you a part from an inferior supplier.
Continue reading What are Supply and Dosing Modules? A Guide to Bosch Denoxtronic Systems
Are you hearing a sudden engine knock? Is your engine running rough?
Continue reading Why Did My Diesel Cummins ISX Camshaft Fail?
Cummins has a history of producing strong, long-lasting diesel engines, including some of the most popular ones for on-highway applications. Two of their engines in particular, the N14 and the ISX, continue to remain popular diesel choices.
Continue reading What Are The Primary Differences Between Cummins Diesel ISX and N14?
Has your turbo failed? Are you looking at a very expensive repair?
Continue reading Why Did My VGT Turbo Fail? 3 Common Symptoms
If you’ve heard of Detroit Diesel, odds are you’ve heard of their Series 60 line of engines. It includes three different engines, a 11.1L, a 12.7L, and a 14L.
Continue reading What’s The Difference Between Detroit Diesel Series 60 12.7L and 14L Engines?
Today we’re going to go over a little bit about cylinder heads. Before diving head first into the cylinder head market, its important to have an understanding of what you’re working with.
Continue reading How Does a Cylinder Head Work On A Diesel Engine?We know how frustrating it can be when your cylinder head cracks. You’re losing coolant, have compression in your cooling system, or seeing excessive smoke, and you’re looking at lost time and money and an expensive repair.
Continue reading What Caused A Crack In My Diesel Engine Cylinder Head?
Head bolts might seem like a minor or unimportant part, but without them, combustion wouldn’t be possible and your diesel engine wouldn’t work. They hold your cylinder head to the engine block and help the head gasket to seal properly.
Continue reading When Can I Reuse My Cylinder Head Bolts? How To Clean And Inspect
We know that rebuilding your engine is a time consuming and expensive process. And that’s not even mentioning the profits you lose when your engine is out of commission.
Continue reading When Does Your Cummins N14 Need A Rebuild?
