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Everything You Need To Know About The Caterpillar C15

In the late 1800s and early 1900s, steam tractors were the primary method of agricultural development. But out in California, they had a problem: the incredibly heavy tractors kept sinking into the soft earth. One solution sometimes used was to lay wooden planks ahead of the tractors, but this drastically decreased speed and was expensive to do.

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10 Common Reasons for Excessive Oil Consumption

Is your diesel engine consuming oil at a higher rate than normal? This could be due to normal engine wear, but it also might indicate an issue. Read on to find out more about what could be happening in your diesel engine!

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Differences Between MLS Head Gaskets and Graphite Gaskets

When it comes to diesel engine gaskets, the material can make all the difference. Most current gaskets are made of a combination of metal and a composite material like graphite or asbestos, although asbestos has been losing popularity due to safety concerns (HHP only sells asbestos-free gaskets!).

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Diesel Parts Core Charge – What Is It, Why Pay Upfront, How To Return

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.

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7 Possible Causes Of Low Oil Pressure In Your Diesel Engine

So, you notice your oil pressure is low. Your automatic response might be to have your oil pump looked at, or to replace it altogether.

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