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Camshaft Problems with Caterpillar C15 ACERT Engines

Camshaft problems can spell major issues for your Caterpillar C15 ACERT. This component needs to be functioning at its best for optimal engine performance.

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Head Gasket Failure In Your Caterpillar C15 Acert Engine

Your head gasket creates the seal between the engine block and the cylinder head, allowing for combustion. It’s vital to the overall performance of your engine, and without it, your engine couldn’t run properly.

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Rocker Lever Issues In Your Overhead Cam Engine

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.

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Piston Crown Failure Analysis

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.

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Problems with Caterpillar C15 Oil Pumps

Have you ever thought much about your oil pump?

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