Exposed to harsh operating conditions and long hours, your farming equipment can break down just like the diesels on the highway. And we know how frustrating it can be to struggle to find parts for your engine applications.
Continue reading Where To Find Your Engine Serial NumberCategory: Diesel Tips and Diagnostics
Diesel Injector Symptoms: How To Tell If Your EUI Injectors Are Failing
If you’re noticing common diesel injector symptoms like rough idle, smoke, or loss of power, there’s a good chance your fuel system is the problem.
And if you’re running an engine with Electronic Unit Injectors (EUIs), the symptoms can show up fast – and get expensive even faster.
Because with EUIs, you’re not just dealing with fuel delivery.
You’re dealing with timing, pressure, and combustion all at once.
If one injector starts to fail, it doesn’t stay isolated.
Continue reading Diesel Injector Symptoms: How To Tell If Your EUI Injectors Are FailingOn The Road Maintenance Checklist
When you are on the road, it can be easy to let your engine maintenance fall by the wayside. You may not have time to get it into the shop consistently, or you may be unsure of how to spot issues before they become a disaster. Thankfully, there are a few straightforward things that any driver can do to prolong the life of their engine, and anticipate problems before it is too late.
Continue reading On The Road Maintenance ChecklistThe Importance Of Programming Your ECM
At some point in the life of your Caterpillar engine, you’ll likely run into some problems with the fuel injectors.
Continue reading The Importance Of Programming Your ECMHow The Unit Pump System Works In The Mack E7
Here at Highway & Heavy Parts, we pride ourselves on our extensive diesel engine knowledge and experience, including fuel systems.
Continue reading How The Unit Pump System Works In The Mack E7Forged Steel Piston Crowns for Caterpillar 3406E / C15
At Highway & Heavy Parts, we want to bring you the best information about diesel engines.
Continue reading Forged Steel Piston Crowns for Caterpillar 3406E / C15Engine Belt Noise And Its Causes
We’ve talked before about different causes of noise coming from your diesel engine, including noise occurring when the engine is under load.
Continue reading Engine Belt Noise And Its CausesWhy You Should Replace Your Hold-Down Bolts
If you’re running into problems with the fuel injectors on your diesel engine, we know how frustrated you must be.
Continue reading Why You Should Replace Your Hold-Down BoltsProblems With EGR Systems
You’ve heard the stories and we have too. A turbo fails and the owner has been quoted a $7,000 repair.
Continue reading Problems With EGR SystemsCamshaft 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.
Continue reading Camshaft Problems with Caterpillar C15 ACERT EnginesPreventative Maintenance Inspections
We know how frustrating it can be when your diesel engine breaks down unexpectedly.
Continue reading Preventative Maintenance InspectionsWhen Should You Rebuild Your Diesel Engine?
You might be familiar with some of the common signs of diesel engine problems, but you might not know that sometimes these same symptoms mean it’s time to rebuild your engine.
Continue reading When Should You Rebuild Your Diesel Engine?
