We often get calls about the break in procedure of a newly rebuilt engine. Proper break in is critical and sometimes overlooked. Even though you may have used one of our outstanding overhaul kits and your mechanic did a great job installing the parts, if the engine is not broke in correctly, the rings may not seat. This will lead to oil consumption and power loss.
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DT466E and DT530E O-Ring Change
Through the years, diesel engines have undergone some major changes. Sometimes, the changes happen from model to model, but at other times, updates will be made to existing engines.
Continue reading DT466E and DT530E O-Ring ChangeCylinder Liner Flange Failure
When something in your diesel engine fails, we know you want the problem solved as soon as possible.
Continue reading Cylinder Liner Flange FailureSymptoms Of A Failing C15 Cylinder Head
A failed cylinder head in your Caterpillar C15 can be the source of headaches and costly repairs.
Continue reading Symptoms Of A Failing C15 Cylinder HeadHow To Know If Your Fuel Pump Is Failing
Do you think you need a new high-pressure pump for your Detroit engine, but aren’t sure how to tell if it’s really time? Do you know what your options are?
Continue reading How To Know If Your Fuel Pump Is FailingSymptoms of a Failing C15 ACERT Turbocharger
Your turbocharger is important to the overall health of your CAT C15 ACERT diesel engine. So, it’s important to replace it when something goes wrong.
Continue reading Symptoms of a Failing C15 ACERT TurbochargerMajor Causes of Piston Pin Failure
Your diesel engine is made of many parts, and a failure in even a small component can spell problems for the entire system.
Continue reading Major Causes of Piston Pin FailureCarbon Buildup Causing Turbo Failure
If you’re experiencing a turbo failure, you’re definitely not alone. We get a lot of turbocharger cores come through, so we see all different types of failure.
Continue reading Carbon Buildup Causing Turbo FailureValve Keeper And Retainer Failure
We know that when there’s a failure in your diesel engine, you want to know what went wrong and what needs to be done to get it fixed right.
Continue reading Valve Keeper And Retainer FailurePiston Skirt Causing Piston Failure
We’ve talked about piston failure before, but there are many different ways pistons can fail.
Continue reading Piston Skirt Causing Piston FailureOil Pump Failure Symptoms
Is your diesel engine oil pump failing? Do you know what caused it?
Continue reading Oil Pump Failure SymptomsCommon Causes Of Piston Ring Failure
A piston ring failure on your diesel engine can lead to major headaches for you. Especially if it’s not immediately clear what caused the failure in the first place.
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