Have you noticed a loss in fuel economy? Are you consuming a lot of oil? Is there coolant in your crankcase? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may want to evaluate your engine to see the extent of the damage. It might be time for an engine rebuild kit.
Continue reading Diesel Engine Rebuild Kits Buying GuideCategory: Cummins Diesel Engine Parts & Components
HHP Buying Guide: Camshafts
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More than the OEM: Know Your Turbo Options
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Continue reading More than the OEM: Know Your Turbo OptionsAre the OEM Engine Rebuild Kits Worth It?
Do you know the difference between stereotypical aftermarket parts and quality aftermarket parts? Maybe you do, but we get a lot of people that call in and don’t.
Continue reading Are the OEM Engine Rebuild Kits Worth It?Cummins Diesel Engine Serial Numbers
Cummins ISB engine serial numbers are commonly found on the rocker cover. And in some cases, they are printed on the side of the gear housing. If you’re looking for Cummins ISM engine serial numbers, you can find them on the rocker housing located on the fuel pump side.
Continue reading Cummins Diesel Engine Serial NumbersLiner & Piston Update for ISX Engines
Cummins has been producing the ISX engine since it replaced the N14 in 2001. In those years, many improvements have been made to the designs of both the pistons and the cylinder liners. Below are summaries of the updates to the designs of those two parts.
Continue reading Liner & Piston Update for ISX EnginesCummins ISX Engine Rebuild Kits from HHP
Here at HHP, we’re pretty proud of the rebuild kits we offer. So, we’re going to use this article to brag a little bit about the rebuild kits we have to fit various Cummins ISX engines.
Continue reading Cummins ISX Engine Rebuild Kits from HHPValve Train: Function, Components, and Repair Options
The valve train of any type of engine is a fairly complicated system and can be confusing if you don’t have a lot of experience repairing diesel engines. While this article focuses mainly on diesel engines, many of the points can also apply to other engine types as well.
Continue reading Valve Train: Function, Components, and Repair OptionsWhat is a core charge and why do I have to pay it?
Considering how common core charges are in the diesel engine industry, a surprising number of our customers ask us that question every day. If you are also one of those people, we’ve put together this handy guide for something you should probably familiarize yourself with if you’re planning to buy replacement parts.
Continue reading What is a core charge and why do I have to pay it?HHP New Product Releases: May 2017
Cummins ISX/QSX Exhaust Hardware Kit Includes cap screws and spacers for mounting the exhaust manifold, & high-temp, non-magnetic turbocharger mountings and studs.
Continue reading HHP New Product Releases: May 2017Cummins ISX Engine Spotlight
The huge company that is Cummins was founded almost a century ago in 1919 by Clessie Cummins. Cummins partnered with J. Irwin Miller, who helped Mr. Cummins grow his business. With Cummins’ diesel knowledge and Miller’s business expertise, the company quickly grew. In the years after World War II, the N-Series heavy duty trucks helped the company become an industry leader, and the company’s first overseas facility was built in Scotland in 1956.
Continue reading Cummins ISX Engine SpotlightAnti-Polishing Rings (APR) Explained
APR stands for anti-polishing ring. Other terms for anti-polishing rings include carbon scraper ring, piston cleaning ring, and bore polishing ring. Whichever term you use, it refers to a newer development in Cummins ISX engines where a cylinder liner will have an anti-bore at its top that holds a ring insert. You can see the diagram below of the liner and ring profile.
Continue reading Anti-Polishing Rings (APR) ExplainedYour Premier Source for Cummins Heavy-Duty Engine Parts
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The ISX12 and ISX15 were involved in the phase out of the N14 and M11 engines, which were unable to meet emissions standards. Because of the shift to electronic controls, the N14 has more valve train components than the ISX. We carry parts for both engine families to support your fleet’s diverse needs.
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Need help identifying your Cummins engine? For ISB engines, you’ll find the serial number on your rocker cover or on the side of the gear housing. For Cummins ISM engines, the serial number is located on the rocker housing on the fuel pump side. Our experts can help you identify the right parts for your specific engine model.
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