Here at Highway & Heavy Parts, we sell a lot of turbochargers. We carry a number of the industry’s leading brands for all major OEMs, and have helped diagnose a lot of our customers’ turbo failures. We provide solutions to help get them back on the road.
Continue reading Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions: TurbochargersCategory: Blog – Diesel Engine Tech Tips
Why Most Heavy-Duty Diesel Trucks Use Inline-6 Diesel Engines
If you look at almost any modern long-haul truck in the United States, you’ll find one thing in common:
👉 An inline-6 diesel engine under the hood.
That’s not a coincidence.
It comes down to balance, torque delivery, efficiency, and long-term durability – all critical factors for moving heavy loads over long distances.
Continue reading Why Most Heavy-Duty Diesel Trucks Use Inline-6 Diesel EnginesChoosing the Right Diesel Engine Common Rail Fuel Injectors
The common rail fuel injector system is a relatively new development in diesel engines, but it brings with it quite a few advantages. With a quality common rail system, you’ll see quieter performance, improved fuel economy, higher torque, and lower emissions.
Continue reading Choosing the Right Diesel Engine Common Rail Fuel InjectorsWhy Diesel Engine Oil Changes are Key for Your VGT Turbo
Contrary to what you may have heard, changing your oil regularly can help extend the life of your engine and save you money. It’s actually one of the cheapest routine maintenance actions you can perform on your diesel truck.
Continue reading Why Diesel Engine Oil Changes are Key for Your VGT TurboAbout the Bosch Reman Diesel Engine Oil Pump
When we talk about oil pumps, most people think of the component in the oil pan that supplies oil to the bearings and the crankshaft. But, with a high pressure system, you actually have two oil pumps on your engine.
Continue reading About the Bosch Reman Diesel Engine Oil PumpAftermarket Vs. OEM Diesel Engine Parts: Off-highway and Construction
For a long time, job-site foremen and independent mechanics have assumed that the best quality parts come from the OEM. And maybe at one time that was true.
Continue reading Aftermarket Vs. OEM Diesel Engine Parts: Off-highway and ConstructionAnti-Polish Rings: Do I Need Them For My Diesel Engine?
Like most engine design changes, anti-polish rings (APRs) were created with a particular purpose in mind to remove carbon buildup from the piston.
Continue reading Anti-Polish Rings: Do I Need Them For My Diesel Engine?The Primary Differences Between Caterpillar 3406E, C15, and C15 Acert Diesel Engines
Picking the right diesel engine model is no easy task. If you’re considering purchasing a Caterpillar 3406E, C15, or C15 ACERT, we have the information to help you make a decision.
Continue reading The Primary Differences Between Caterpillar 3406E, C15, and C15 Acert Diesel EnginesConverting a Cummins Low-Flow Cooling System to High-Flow: What It Actually Takes
Older Cummins engines – especially Big Cam and NTC/N14-era platforms – used two different cooling system designs:
- Low-flow cooling systems
- High-flow cooling systems
These systems are not just minor variations.
👉 They are fundamentally different in how coolant moves through the engine.
And that matters when you’re trying to solve overheating – or considering a conversion.
Continue reading Converting a Cummins Low-Flow Cooling System to High-Flow: What It Actually TakesHow to Prepare Your Diesel Truck for Winter (Cold Weather Guide)
If you want to prepare your diesel truck for winter, it starts with understanding how cold temperatures affect your engine, fuel system, and overall performance.
Cold weather introduces challenges that diesel engines are particularly sensitive to, including fuel gelling, reduced battery performance, and increased wear during startup.
Preparing ahead of time helps prevent breakdowns, hard starts, and costly repairs.
Continue reading How to Prepare Your Diesel Truck for Winter (Cold Weather Guide)Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions: Fuel Systems
Recently, at Highway & Heavy Parts, we’ve expanded our product offering to our customers. We now offer more fuel system components for all major OEMs.
Continue reading Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions: Fuel SystemsDiesel Engine Common Rail Injection Explained
We’ve talked a lot about issues you might experience with your diesel engine common rail injectors. But it’s not all about the problems! You also get a lot of benefits for having this kind of fuel injection system in your diesel engine.
Continue reading Diesel Engine Common Rail Injection Explained
