In today’s competitive diesel repair market it is increasingly more difficult for diesel repair shops to make more money. Rising labor rates, higher taxes, stiff competition, and fixed overhead costs are cutting deep into repair shop’s profits. These issues cause repair shops to take drastic measures, like cutting staff to lower their overhead. But that can have an adverse affect, by causing jobs to take longer than expected to complete, thus adding to overtime costs due to the limited capacity of a minimal work force. It’s a vicious cycle that nearly every shop faces.
Continue reading How to Make More Money on Parts Than Labor for Your Diesel Repair ShopCategory: Caterpillar Engine Parts & Heavy-Duty Components
Caterpillar C15 3406E Spacer Plate
This spacer plate, resembling a large gasket, fits between the engine block and the head on Caterpillar’s diesel engines. This product is an update from the aluminum spacer plate that was originally provided in these engines.
Continue reading Caterpillar C15 3406E Spacer PlateBrand New Caterpillar Cylinder Heads
Highway Heavy Parts is bringing you a new option when replacing Caterpillar Cylinder Heads. Now available for 3406E, C15 and C15 Acert engines is the brand new replacement cylinder head.
Continue reading Brand New Caterpillar Cylinder HeadsBroken or Cracked Cylinder Liner Flange
Have you been noticing issues with your diesel engine recently? There are obviously a lot of reasons why this might be happening, including broken or cracked cylinder liner flanges. If you’re interested in more information about what causes cylinder liners to fail, check out our blog dedicated to cylinder liner failures.
Continue reading Broken or Cracked Cylinder Liner Flange3406E / C15 Fuel in Coolant, Engine Miss Explained
If you’re running a C15 or 3406E diesel engine, you may have experienced your engine missing. So, why does that happen?
Continue reading 3406E / C15 Fuel in Coolant, Engine Miss ExplainedCaterpillar 3512 Series Engines Specifications
With the boom in oil and gas production the Caterpillar 3512 series engine has been in increasing demand. The 3512 series engine is not new to the diesel market. It can be found in many different applications such as generators, off-road trucks, boats, and even locomotives. It has been used to power machines in nearly every industrial market. The 3512 has currently found the highest rate of usage in the Gas Compression, Land Drilling, Land Production, Offshore Drilling and Offshore Production industries. The current increase in use can be contributed to the oil and gas booms in both North Dakota and Pennsylvania.
Continue reading Caterpillar 3512 Series Engines SpecificationsKeep Your Vessel Running Strong with Marine Diesel Parts from Highway and Heavy Parts
Most people know Highway and Heavy Parts for our over-the-road diesel expertise — but what many customers don’t realize is that we also supply a full line of marine-rated diesel engine parts for commercial vessels, charter fleets, fishing boats, and recreational boats across the country.
From Caterpillar Marine to Cummins Marine, Detroit Diesel Marine, John Deere Marine, and more, we carry high-quality replacement parts engineered to survive the extreme demands of marine environments: saltwater exposure, constant load, high heat, and long duty cycles.
Whether you’re keeping a single vessel on the water or maintaining an entire fleet, Highway and Heavy Parts has the reliable components you need – backed by expert support, fast shipping, and OEM-level performance.
And below, you’ll find direct links to our most popular marine-specific parts currently available.
Continue reading Keep Your Vessel Running Strong with Marine Diesel Parts from Highway and Heavy PartsHighway and Heavy Parts (HHP) Now Has Engine Rebuild Kits For Caterpillar C13 Engine Applications
Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) now has aftermarket engine overhaul rebuild kits to fit Caterpillar C13 Engine applications. These previously un-available kits are now in stock for immediate delivery. These kits feature OEM quality parts at cost savings over 30%.
Continue reading Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) Now Has Engine Rebuild Kits For Caterpillar C13 Engine ApplicationsHighway & Heavy Parts Adds New Parts To Inventory For Increased Coverage
Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) is pleased to announce the addition of a wide range of new products to their existing line of diesel engine components. These new products include an array of cost-saving components for Caterpillar’s 3406E, C11, C15 and C13 engine applications as well as oversize repair options for Cummins Midrange Engines and fuel system parts for Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines. The addition of these new products to HHP’s already extensive catalogue of parts has helped them expand their coverage of diesel engine applications and better serve the needs of the heavy highway industry.
Continue reading Highway & Heavy Parts Adds New Parts To Inventory For Increased CoverageIncrease Profit with Remanufactured Injectors From HHP!
When it comes to running a highly profitable diesel engine repair shop, staying one step ahead of your competition is critical to success. With profit margins shrinking and customer demands becoming more and more complex, vendors are constantly searching for ways to cut costs and streamline operations, all without having to sacrifice the quality of their service. Though this has proved to be a difficult task for a lot of repair shops, many are discovering that making the switch from OEM parts to remanufactured components may be the answer, and Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) is helping them do that.
Continue reading Increase Profit with Remanufactured Injectors From HHP!HHP Expands Coverage of Caterpillars 3114/3116/3126/C7 Model Engines
Highway and Heavy Parts is pleased to announce the addition of a wide range of new diesel engine products to their existing line of Caterpillar parts. The addition of these products to HHPs extensive catalogue of diesel engine components has helped them expand their coverage of CAT applications and better serve the needs of the heavy highway industry. Specific details regarding these new parts are provided below.
Continue reading HHP Expands Coverage of Caterpillars 3114/3116/3126/C7 Model EnginesHHP is pleased to announce the addition of a wide range of new diesel engine products to their existing line of parts
Highway and Heavy Parts is pleased to announce the addition of a wide range of new diesel engine products to their existing line of parts.
Continue reading HHP is pleased to announce the addition of a wide range of new diesel engine products to their existing line of partsPremium Quality Parts for Your Caterpillar Equipment
Highway 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.
Complete Caterpillar Parts Inventory
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.
Why Choose Highway and Heavy Parts for Caterpillar Components?
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.
Caterpillar’s Legacy in Heavy-Duty Applications
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.
