If you have an overhead cam engine—a Detroit Diesel Series 60, a Cummins ISX, a Caterpillar 3406E or C15, for example—you might have some questions about rocker levers.
Continue reading Rocker Lever Issues In Your Overhead Cam Engine
The internal combustion engine is a true marvel of modern engineering. Diesel engines are found in almost all heavy-duty machinery, trucks, construction equipment, etc. But what happens when they fail? We are going to dive deeper into piston crown failure, why it happens, and what can be done to possibly prevent future issues. If you find yourself with damaged pistons crowns, count on Highway and Heavy Parts to help get you back up and running with as little downtime as possible. Here are the most common causes of piston crown failure.
At Highway and Heavy Parts, we’re dedicated to bringing you the best information about diesel engine parts around. We want you to feel confident as you shop for parts, grow your business, and successfully identify what you need for the job at hand.
Continue reading Ultra Performance Cylinder Heads
Have you ever thought much about your oil pump?
Continue reading Problems with Caterpillar C15 Oil Pumps
Looking to rebuild your Caterpillar C13 diesel engine? We’ve got exactly what you need. Check out our popular inframe rebuild kit here! Highway & Heavy Parts is an industry leader in rebuild kits for any diesel engines, including Caterpillar. From the C7 to the C18, we got you covered.
Continue reading What’s In Our Caterpillar C13 Diesel Engine Rebuild Kit?
When you’re having a problem with your diesel engine, or you’re wondering which replacement parts are right for your application, we know you’re looking for the best information.
Continue reading Caterpillar 3406E 5Ek Piston Designs
Is your Caterpillar 3406E overheating, running rough, or showing signs of a misfire? This can lead to an injector cup failure from compression in your fuel system, worn O-rings, and a faulty injector hold-down bolt – taking you off the road and money out of your pocket.
Continue reading Caterpillar 3406E Fuel Injectors (10R0959)
Here at Highway & Heavy Parts, we’re dedicated to bringing you the information you need to confidently buy diesel engine parts, expand your business, increase your profit, and successfully identify which parts will fit the job at hand.
Continue reading The Evolution of Caterpillar Pistons
Continue reading Progression of Diesel Engine Pistons (One Piece to Two Piece Pistons)
Perkins has long manufactured high-performance diesel engines for a variety of applications, including your agricultural, marine, industrial, and construction equipment.
Continue reading Perkins 4.236 Engine Rebuild Kit, New (POK448)
If you need to replace the fuel injectors on your CAT 3406E, C15, or C15 ACERT we know you want the highest quality and best functioning fuel injectors.
Continue reading The Importance of Replacing Your Injector Hold-Down BoltsDiesel engines are made up of thousands of moving parts, and keeping them lubricated comes down to having a correctly working oil pump. If the oil pump on your Cat C15 ACERT Diesel engine is not working properly, failure and damage is the only possible outcome.
Continue reading Caterpillar C15 ACERT Oil Pump FailureHighway and Heavy Parts is your trusted source for over 250,000 replacement diesel engine parts, including a comprehensive selection of Caterpillar engine components. Whether you’re maintaining fleet vehicles or heavy equipment, we carry the parts you need to keep your Caterpillar engines running at peak performance. This, combined with our ASE Certified service team, makes us industry experts and qualified to write about everything Caterpillar-related.
On this page, you will find blogs that discuss common Caterpillar issues, diesel engine part highlights, and how-tos.
Engine Components & Service Parts
Our extensive Caterpillar inventory includes essential engine components such as engine blocks, pistons, fuel injectors, and turbochargers. From routine maintenance items to major engine rebuild components, we stock everything required for C15, C15 ACERT, 3406E, and other popular Caterpillar engine models.
Quality You Can Trust
At Highway and Heavy Parts, you’ll get parts that have been manufactured in an ISO 9001:2015 certified facility, ensuring quality and consistency for your Caterpillar equipment. Our commitment to quality ensures you receive parts engineered for durability and long-lasting performance.
Fast, Reliable Service
Order by 2PM EST, and in-stock items will ship the same day (M–F), ensuring minimal downtime for your equipment.
We understand the importance of keeping your fleet operational and ready for work.
Expert Knowledge & Support
Highway and Heavy Parts, LLC is owned and operated by diesel engine experts.
We know the importance of keeping a delivery fleet on the road. Our team combines decades of experience with comprehensive product knowledge to help you find the right parts for your specific application.
Comprehensive Parts Selection
You can quickly and easily find the precise part you need with our large range, saving you time and effort. From gaskets and seals to major engine components, our inventory covers the full spectrum of Caterpillar parts needs.
While Caterpillar has a long and storied history of producing top-notch diesel engines and was known for construction and mining equipment, they also produced engines for on-highway applications. Though Caterpillar has discontinued their truck engine production, existing equipment still requires quality replacement parts and ongoing maintenance support.
Browse our complete selection of Caterpillar parts today and experience the Highway and Heavy Parts difference – where quality meets reliability for all your heavy-duty diesel engine needs.
