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Dec
29
2020
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Case Skid Steer Common Rail Injectors and High-Pressure Pump
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Case Skid Steer Common Rail Injectors and High-Pressure Pump ...
Dec
22
2020
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Case/New Holland Fuel Injector
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Case/New Holland Fuel Injector
...
Dec
17
2020
How to Install a Diesel Engine Camshaft
How to Install a Diesel Engine Camshaft
The camshaft: its health is vital to the overall func...
Dec
15
2020
OEM vs. HHP Bosch Diesel Engine Supply Chain
OEM vs. HHP Bosch Diesel Engine Supply Chain
When you're buying...
Dec
10
2020
Failure Analysis: How Can My Crankshaft be Bent?
Failure Analysis: How Can My Crankshaft be Bent?
It keeps your engine moving and is vital to ...
Dec
08
2020
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Case 8950 Tractor Inline Pump and Injector
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Case 8950 Tractor Inline Pump and Injector
...
Dec
03
2020
Diesel Engine Serial Numbers
Diesel Engine Serial Numbers
Have you ever thought much about your ESN or why you might ne...
Dec
01
2020
Fuel Contamination Can Cause Diesel Fuel Pump Failure
Fuel Contamination Can Cause Diesel Fuel Pump Failure
Contamina...
Nov
30
2020
Remanufactured Diesel Engine Fuel Pumps from HHP
Remanufactured Diesel Engine Fuel Pumps from HHP
Have you ever b...
Nov
25
2020
Detroit Diesel Engine Serial Numbers
Detroit Diesel Engine Serial Numbers
When shopping for parts for your diesel engine, you want...
Nov
20
2020
Increase Profits With Remanufactured Diesel Fuel Pumps from HHP!
Increase Profits With Remanufactured Diesel Fuel Pumps from HHP!
...
Nov
18
2020
Diesel Engine Fuel Pumps Explained
Diesel Engine Fuel Pumps Explained
How much do you know about diesel engine fuel pumps?&nb...
Nov
13
2020
Cummins Diesel Engine Serial Numbers
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Nov
11
2020
Adjusting Diesel Engine Injection Timing
Adjusting Diesel Injection Timing
Injection Timing Basics
We often get all...
Nov
06
2020
Excessive Oil Consumption Explained
Excessive Oil Consumption Explained
Is your diesel engine consuming oil at a higher r...
Nov
04
2020
Product Feature - John Deere Reman Diesel Engine Fuel Pump
Product Feature - John Deere Reman Diesel Engine Fuel Pump
When...
Oct
29
2020
About the Bosch Mack E7 Diesel Engine Unit Pump System
About the Bosch Mack E7 Diesel Engine Unit Pump System
At Highw...
Oct
27
2020
About the Bosch Reman Diesel Engine Oil Pump
About the Bosch Reman Diesel Engine Oil Pump
When we talk about...
Oct
22
2020
Liner & Piston Update for ISX Engines
Liner & Piston Update for ISX Engines
Cummins has been producing the ISX engine ...
Oct
20
2020
Liner Failure Analysis
Liner Failure Analysis
Are you having trouble with the liners in your diesel engine?
We're...
Oct
19
2020
About the Bosch Diesel Engine Denoxtronic 2.2 Dosing Module and Supply Module | Highway & Heavy P...
About the Bosch Diesel Engine Denoxtronic 2.2 Dosing Module and Supply Module
...
Oct
09
2020
Differences Between the DD15/DD16 and Series 50/Series 60 Diesel Fuel Injectors
Differences Between the DD15/DD16 and Series 50/Series 60 Diesel Fuel Injectors
...
Oct
02
2020
Valve Train: Function, Components, and Repair Options
Valve Train: Function, Components, and Repair Options
The valve trai...
Sep
29
2020
Detroit Diesel Series 60 Engine Spotlight
Detroit Diesel Series 60 Engine Spotlight
The History of Detroit Diesel
D...
Sep
25
2020
Original OEM Diesel Injector Compared to Genuine Bosch Injector
Original OEM Diesel Injector Compared to Genuine Bosch Injector
What do you do when you ne...
Sep
24
2020
Replace the Injector Hold-Down Bolts on Your Diesel Injectors
Replace the Injector Hold-Down Bolts on Your Diesel Injectors
Are you looking to replace t...
Sep
22
2020
C15 Engine Spotlight
Caterpillar C15 Diesel Engine Spotlight
The History of Caterpillar
In the late 1800s ...
Sep
17
2020
Diesel Engine Common Rail Injector and Unit Pump - A Closer Look
Diesel Engine Common Rail Injector and Unit Pump - A Closer Look
Do you want a closer look at...
Sep
15
2020
What Are Fuel Injector Trim Codes?
What Are Fuel Injector Trim Codes?
We've talked about trim codes a few times, ...
Sep
10
2020
Diesel Engine Common Rail and Unit Fuel Injectors for Detroit Diesel - A Closer Look
Diesel Engine Common Rail and Unit Fuel Injectors for Detroit Diesel - A Closer Look
Are y...
Sep
08
2020
Oil Change Intervals after Diesel Engine Break-In
Oil Change Intervals After Diesel Engine Break-In
Proper break-in after an engine rebuild is ...
Sep
03
2020
The Pros and Cons of Aftermarket Diesel Engine Parts
The Pros and Cons of Aftermarket Diesel Engine Parts
Here at Hi...
Sep
02
2020
What goes into a Remanufactured Cylinder Head from HHP?
What Goes Into a Remanufactured Cylinder Head from HHP?
The cylinder head is...
Sep
01
2020
Why Aftermarket Oil Pumps Hold Their Own
Why Aftermarket Diesel Oil Pumps Hold Their Own
Look, we get it. Your truck is your livelihoo...
Aug
27
2020
Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions: YouTube
Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions: YouTube
We get a lot of que...
Aug
25
2020
Aftermarket Vs. OEM Diesel Engine Parts: Off-highway and Construction
Aftermarket Vs. OEM Diesel Engine Parts: Off-highway and Construction
...
Aug
21
2020
OEM vs. Aftermarket: Parts and Warranties
OEM VS. Aftermarket: Parts and Warranties
For a long time now, people have ass...
Aug
20
2020
How to Shop For Construction/Off-Highway Diesel Engine Parts on HHP's Website
How to Shop For Construction/Off-Highway Diesel Engine Parts on HHP's Website
...
Aug
06
2020
Diesel Engine Serial Numbers for Agriculture Engines John Deere, Caterpillar & Cummins
Diesel Engine Serial Numbers for Agriculture Engines John Deere, Caterpillar & Cummins
Fa...
Aug
04
2020
How To Shop For John Deere Diesel Engine Parts on HHP's Website
How To Shop For John Deere Diesel Engine Parts on HHP's Website
Do you run a Deere? Are you ...
Jul
30
2020
Can Your Diesel Repair Shop Run Without You?
Can Your Diesel Repair Shop Run Without You?
You've spent years building your business. ...
Jul
28
2020
Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions: Fuel Systems
Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions: Fuel Systems
Recently, at Hi...
Jul
23
2020
What You Should Know About the CAT 3406E/C15 Diesel Engine Turbocharger
What You Should Know About the CAT 3406E/C15 Diesel Engine Turbocharger
If you checked out o...
Jul
21
2020
Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions: Turbochargers
Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions: Turbochargers
...
Jul
16
2020
What You Need to Know About the Cummins ISX Reman Fuel Injectors
What You Need to Know About the Cummins ISX Reman Fuel Injectors
...
Jul
14
2020
Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions: Fuel Injectors
Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions: Fuel Injectors
...
Jul
09
2020
What You Should Know About the CAT C15 ACERT Diesel Rebuild Kit
What You Should Know About the CAT C15 ACERT Diesel Rebuild Kit
Are you running a CAT C15 ...
Jul
07
2020
Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions: Rebuild Kits
Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions: Rebuild Kits
...
Jul
02
2020
Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions
Highway & Heavy Parts Answers Your Diesel Engine Questions
...
Jun
30
2020
How to Recover Your Diesel Repair Shop After the Covid-19 Crisis
How to Recover Your Diesel Repair Shop After the Covid-19 Crisis
As ...
Jun
25
2020
What Are Fire Rings in Diesel Engine Cylinder Heads?
What Are Fire Rings in Diesel Engine Cylinder Heads?
A blown head gasket can be a big issue f...
Jun
23
2020
Why Did My Diesel Engine Valves Break?
Why Did My Diesel Engine Valves Break?
Have you recently experienced a valve failure...
Jun
18
2020
What is Inconel Material in Your Diesel Engine?
What is Inconel Material in Your Diesel Engine?
We get it. You want the best parts made fro...
Jun
16
2020
About the Cat C15/C15 ACERT/3406E Stage 4 Performance Diesel Engine Cylinder Head
About the Cat C15/C15 ACERT/3406E Stage 4 Performance Diesel Engine Cylinder Head
If you'v...
Jun
11
2020
About the Cat C15/C15 ACERT/3406E Stage 3 Performance Diesel Engine Cylinder Head
About the Cat C15/C15 ACERT/3406E Stage 3 Performance Diesel Engine Cylinder Head
Are you ...
Jun
09
2020
About the Cat C15/C15 ACERT/3406E Stage 2 Performance Diesel Engine Cylinder Head
About the Cat C15/C15 ACERT/3406E Stage 2 Performance Diesel Engine Cylinder Head
Are you ...
Jun
04
2020
About the CAT C15/C15 ACERT/3406E Diesel Engine Cylinder Head
About the CAT C15/C15 ACERT/3406E Diesel Engine Cylinder Head
Are you looking for a new cy...
Jun
02
2020
What's New at Highway & Heavy Parts
What's New at Highway & Heavy Parts
Here at Highway & H...
May
29
2020
How Customer Satisfaction Can Build Value for Your Diesel Repair Shop
How Customer Satisfaction Can Build Value for Your Diesel Repair Shop
If you're reading ...
May
28
2020
Diesel Engine Common Rail Bench Testing and Diagnostics
Diesel Engine Common Rail Bench Testing and Diagnostics
At some point in time, you're goin...
May
26
2020
Diesel Engine Common Rail Injection Explained
Diesel Engine Common Rail Injection Explained
We've talked a lot about issues you might ex...
May
21
2020
An In-Depth Look at Diesel Engine Common Rail Fuel Injector Problems
An In-Depth Look at Diesel Engine Common Rail Fuel Injector Problems
If you're experiencin...
May
19
2020
How Do You Know When It's Time to Replace Your Diesel Engine Fuel Injectors?
How Do You Know When It's Time to Replace Your Diesel Engine Fuel Injectors?
...
May
14
2020
Dodge Cummins Diesel Fuel Injectors: Signs of Failure
Dodge Cummins Diesel Fuel Injectors: Signs of Failure
Are you experiencing failure in your...
May
12
2020
Ford Powerstroke Diesel Fuel Injectors: Signs of Failure
Ford Powerstroke Diesel Fuel Injectors: Signs of Failure
Sometimes injectors fail. And whe...
May
07
2020
Cummins ISC/ISB Diesel Fuel Injectors: Signs of Failure
Cummins ISC/ISB Diesel Fuel Injectors: Signs of Failure
Is your Cummins diesel engine not ...
May
05
2020
Duramax Diesel Fuel Injectors: Signs of Failure
Duramax Diesel Fuel Injectors: Signs of Failure
Are you having problems with your Chevy Du...
Apr
30
2020
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Mercedes Benz Fuel Injection Pumps
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Mercedes Benz Fuel Injection Pumps
Are you having trouble ...
Apr
29
2020
Does Your Diesel Repair Shop Stand Out From the Competition?
Does Your Diesel Repair Shop Stand Out From the Competition?
Customers like choices...
Apr
28
2020
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Cummins Injector Module and Regulator
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Cummins Injector Module and Regulator
What kind of parts a...
Apr
23
2020
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Cummins Fuel System Components
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Cummins Fuel System Components
If you want your Cummins en...
Apr
21
2020
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Mack Fuel System Components
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Mack Fuel System Components
It'...
Apr
17
2020
More than the OEM: Know Your Turbo Options
More than the OEM: Know Your Turbo Options
Looking for turbo info? Downloa...
Apr
16
2020
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Navistar High-Pressure Pump
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Navistar High-Pressure Pump
Ar...
Apr
14
2020
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Navistar Common Rail Fuel Injectors
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Navistar Common Rail Fuel Injectors
...
Apr
10
2020
Piston Rings Failure Analysis
Piston Rings Failure Analysis
Are you experiencing piston ring failure, but aren't sure wha...
Apr
10
2020
Connecting Rod Failure Analysis
Connecting Rod Failure Analysis
We get it. When something goes wrong in your diesel eng...
Apr
09
2020
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Detroit High-Pressure Pump
Diesel Engine Product Spotlight: Detroit High-Pressure Pump
Thi...
Apr
07
2020
Choosing the Right Diesel Engine Common Rail Fuel Injectors
Choosing the Right Diesel Engine Common Rail Fuel Injectors
The common rail fuel injector ...
Apr
03
2020
Piston Pin Failure Analysis
Piston Pin Failure Analysis
Poor lubrication can cause a lot of problems in your diesel engin...
Apr
03
2020
Piston Skirt Failure Analysis
Piston Skirt Failure Analysis
Have you taken your diesel engine apart and noticed damag...
Apr
02
2020
Diesel Engine Common Rail Injectors: Potential Failures & Causes
Diesel Engine Common Rail Injectors: Potential Failures & Causes
You've just been told ...
Mar
31
2020
Is Your Diesel Repair Shop Too Reliant on a Single Entity?
Is Your Diesel Repair Shop Too Reliant on a Single Entity?
Diversification is th...
Mar
31
2020
Problems You Might Have with Your CAT C15 ACERT Diesel Engine Oil Pump
Problems You Might Have with Your CAT C15 ACERT Diesel Engine Oil Pump
Lubrication is key ...
Mar
30
2020
Rod Bearings Failure Analysis
Rod Bearing Failure Analysis
Did you just hear that the rod bearings in your diesel engine ...
Mar
30
2020
Main Bearings Failure Analysis
Main Bearings Failure Analysis
So you're having a problem with the bearings in your d...
Mar
26
2020
Keep on Trucking. It’s the American Way.
Keep on Trucking. It’s the American Way.
A message to the American Trucking Indu...
Mar
26
2020
Problems That Require Cylinder Head Components for the CAT C15 ACERT Diesel Engine
Problems That Require Cylinder Head Components for the CAT C15 ACERT Diesel Engine
You may...
Mar
24
2020
Caterpillar C15 ACERT Diesel Engine Camshaft Problems
Caterpillar C15 ACERT Diesel Engine Camshaft Problems
Is the camshaft in your CAT C15 ACER...
Mar
20
2020
Valve Bridges Failure Analysis
Valve Bridges Failure Analysis
Did you know that when the valves fail on your diesel engine, ...
Mar
20
2020
Valve Keepers-Retainers Failure Analysis
Valve Keepers-Retainers Failure Analysis
When it comes to failures in your engine, you want...
Mar
20
2020
How Aftermarket Gaskets Can Save You Time and Money
How Quality Aftermarket Gaskets Can Save You Time and Money
Not all gaskets are created ...
Mar
19
2020
What Problems Indicate Head Gasket Failure on C15 ACERT Diesel Engines?
What Problems Indicate Head Gasket Failure on C15 ACERT Diesel Engines?
We all know that t...
Mar
17
2020
When Should You Replace Your CAT C15 ACERT Diesel Engine Turbo?
When Should You Replace Your CAT C15 ACERT Diesel Engine Turbo?
As you probably know, one ...
Mar
13
2020
Piston Cooler Failure Analysis
Piston Cooler Failure Analysis
You're at the shop, and the technician tells you that the prob...
Mar
13
2020
Valve Guides Failure Analysis
Valve Guides Failure Analysis
Are you experiencing a failure in the valve guides of you...
Mar
12
2020
When Do You Need New Fuel Injectors for Your Cat C15 ACERT Diesel Engine?
When Do You Need New Fuel Injectors for Your Cat C15 ACERT Diesel Engine?
Has the pe...
Mar
12
2020
Signs You Should Have Your Turbocharger Serviced
Signs You Should Have Your Turbocharger Serviced
Depending on what kind of diesel engine you ...
Mar
10
2020
CAT C15 ACERT Problems that Require a Diesel Engine Rebuild Kit
CAT C15 ACERT Problems that Require a Diesel Engine Rebuild Kit
Did you know that performi...
Mar
06
2020
Piston Seizure Quick Reference
Piston Seizure Quick Reference Guide
Wondering what can cause your pistons to seize? We've...
Mar
06
2020
Seals Failure Analysis
Seals Failure Analysis
Do you have an oil leak happening in your diesel engine? Not sure wh...
Mar
05
2020
Cylinder Head Problems on a Caterpillar C15 ACERT
Cylinder Head Problems on a Caterpillar C15 ACERT
Caterpillar C...
Mar
03
2020
Diesel Engine Common Rail Fuel Injectors from HHP
Diesel Engine Common Rail Fuel Injectors from HHP
Here at Highway & Heavy Parts, we're al...
Mar
03
2020
Signs Your Engine May Need a Rebuild
Signs Your Diesel Engine May Need a Rebuild
In an earlier post, we took a look at some...
Feb
29
2020
How to Get Better Fuel Economy with your Diesel Truck
HOW TO GET BETTER FUEL ECONOMY WITH YOUR DIESEL TRUCK
Diesels are known to get great mi...
Feb
28
2020
Safe Winter Truck Driving Tips
Safe Winter Truck Driving Tips
We all know that winter driving ...
Feb
27
2020
VGT Options for Your Cummins ISX Diesel Engine
VGT Options for Your Cummins ISX Diesel Engine
You've probably seen the term VGT or variab...
Feb
27
2020
Signs You Need to Replace Your Cylinder Head
Signs You Need to Replace Your Diesel Engine Cylinder Head
What is the Function of a Cylin...
Feb
25
2020
Meet the Experts at HHP: Braeden Gosma
Meet the Experts at HHP: Braeden Gosma
At HHP, we feel that our team of expert sales peopl...
Feb
24
2020
How to Increase Your Diesel Repair Shop's Value Through Recurring Revenue
How to Increase Your Diesel Repair Shop's Value Through Recurring Revenue
Have you taken...
Feb
21
2020
Preventing Premature Cam Bearing Failure
Preventing Premature Cam Bearing Failure
Have you thought much about the material your ca...
Feb
20
2020
Meet the Experts at HHP: Dave Davis
Meet the Experts at HHP: Dave Davis
As you may know, we have a team of experts here at HHP wh...
Feb
18
2020
DT466E and DT530E Liner O-ring Change
DT466E And DT530E Liner O-Ring Change
Near the end of 2004, International Navistar ma...
Feb
18
2020
Why Diesel Engine Oil Changes are Key for Your VGT Turbo
Why Diesel Engine Oil Changes are Key for Your VGT Turbo
Contrary to what you may have hea...
Feb
14
2020
Snacks to Keep You Alert When Driving
Snacks to Keep You Alert When Driving:
Everybody knows to look out for fatigue on a long r...
Feb
14
2020
Common Diesel Acronyms
Common Diesel Acronyms
You'll find many of these common diesel terms while searching for engi...
Feb
14
2020
Broken or Cracked Cylinder Liner Flange
Broken or Cracked Cylinder Liner Flange
Have you been noticing issue...
Feb
13
2020
How a Bad Diesel EGR Cooler Can Impact Your VGT Turbo
How a Bad Diesel EGR Cooler Can Impact Your VGT Turbo
We've been talking a lot about the v...
Feb
11
2020
N14 Piston Skirt Design Change
N14 Piston Skirt Design Change
New Skirt Design (Left)/Obsolete Old Design (Right)
...
Feb
11
2020
Diesel Engine DPF Filters Explained
Diesel Engine DPF Filters Explained
Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) are one of the major ad...
Feb
07
2020
Detroit Diesel 14L New Piston Design
Detroit Diesel 14L: New Piston Design
Detroit Diesel has released a new piston design for ...
Feb
07
2020
3406E / C15 Fuel in Coolant, Engine Miss Explained
3406E/C15 Fuel In Coolant Engine Miss Explained
If you're r...
Feb
06
2020
Trucking Facts: Looking to the Future
Trucking Facts: Looking to the Future
Did you know, if you combined all of the cargo d...
Feb
06
2020
Anti-Polish Rings: Do I Need Them For My Diesel Engine?
Anti-Polish Rings: Do I Need Them For My Diesel Engine?
Like most engine design changes, anti...
Feb
04
2020
Why is My Diesel Engine EGR Valve Failing?
Why is My Diesel Engine EGR Valve Failing?
Do you know why you need your EGR valve? It's a...
Feb
01
2020
Cummins N14 Inframe Rebuild Kit - Additional Items
CUMMINS N14 INFRAME REBUILD KIT - ADDITIONAL ITEMS
We're discussing some inexpensiv...
Jan
28
2020
Problems with CAT C15 Diesel Engine Oil Pumps
Problems with CAT C15 Diesel Engine Oil Pumps
Your oil pump . It's probably not a part yo...
Jan
27
2020
What Metrics Impact the Value of Your Diesel Repair Shop?
What Metrics Impact the Value of Your Diesel Repair Shop?
So, you're working on getting ...
Jan
24
2020
Increase Profit with Remanufactured Injectors From HHP!
Increase Profit With Remanufactured Injectors from HHP!
When it comes to run...
Jan
23
2020
Problems That Require Diesel Engine Cylinder Head Components for CAT C15
Problems That Require Diesel Engine Cylinder Head Components for CAT C15
Is your cylinder hea...
Jan
21
2020
Problems With CAT C15 Diesel Engine Camshafts
Problems With CAT C15 Diesel Engine Camshafts
Is your camshaft failing? Do you need a repla...
Jan
17
2020
Camshafts Replace or not to Replace? That is the Question.
Camshafts: Replace or Not to Replace? That is the Question
So, y...
Jan
16
2020
Problems Indicating CAT C15 Diesel Head Gasket Failure
Problems Indicating CAT C15 Diesel Head Gasket Failure
So, we've talked about various compone...
Jan
14
2020
CAT C15 Diesel Engine Turbocharger Problems
CAT C15 Diesel Engine Turbocharger Problems
Are you noticing lower power or low boost in y...
Jan
09
2020
CAT C15 Diesel Fuel Injector Problems
CAT C15 Diesel Fuel Injector Problems
Are you noticing a problem with the fuel system in yo...
Jan
08
2020
Bad Actuator or Diesel Engine VGT Turbo?
Bad Actuator or Diesel Engine VGT Turbo?
Are you having a problem with your VGT turbo on y...
Jan
08
2020
Diesel Engine VGT Turbocharger Failure Diagnosis
Diesel Engine VGT Turbocharger Failure Diagnosis
You've probably heard a lot of bad things ab...
Jan
07
2020
When to Rebuild Your Caterpillar C15 Diesel Engine
When to Rebuild Your Caterpillar C15 Diesel Engine
Diesel engines are built to lastyou can ru...
Jan
02
2020
Cylinder Head Problems on a Caterpillar C15 Diesel Engine
Cylinder Head Problems on a Caterpillar C15 Diesel Engine
As you might expect, Caterpillar...
Dec
30
2019
How Your Diesel Repair Shop's Growth Potential Contributes to Its Value
How Your Diesel Repair Shop's Growth Potential Contributes to Its Value
I...
Dec
19
2019
Guidelines for Diesel Engine VGT Turbo Installation
Guidelines for Diesel Engine VGT Turbo Installation
If you've been following along with our d...
Dec
17
2019
Exhaust Gas Recirculation: Don't Delete Your Diesel Engine EGR Valve
Exhaust Gas Recirculation: Don't Delete Your Diesel Engine EGR Valve
Have you put much tho...
Dec
13
2019
Boost Profits by Rebuilding Parts and Selling Labor
Boost Profits by Rebuilding Parts and Selling Labor
If you run ...
Dec
12
2019
Meet the Experts at HHP: Rob McDowell
Meet the Experts at HHP: Rob McDowell
Our team of experts here at HH...
Dec
11
2019
Reusing Pistons to Save Money: The Benefits and Drawbacks
Reusing Pistons to Save Money: The Benefits and Drawbacks
Rebuilding an engine on a Clas...
Dec
10
2019
Meet the Experts at HHP: Brooke Lovejoy
Meet the Experts at HHP: Brooke Lovejoy
We feel that one of HHP...
Dec
05
2019
Caterpillar 3406E Engine Spotlight
Caterpillar 3406E Engine Spotlight
Are you curious about your Caterpillar 3406E diesel e...
Dec
03
2019
Caterpillar Diesel Engine Serial Numbers
Caterpillar Diesel Engine Serial Numbers
If you're shopping for p...
Dec
02
2019
5 Common Myths About Diesel Engines
5 Common Myths About Diesel Engines
We've identified five common ...
Nov
30
2019
Navistar Diesel Engine Serial Numbers
Navistar Diesel Engine Serial Numbers
At some point in time, you'll probably n...
Nov
25
2019
How to Setup a Facebook Business Page for Your Diesel Repair Shop
How to Setup a Facebook Business Page for Your Diesel Repair Shop
...
Nov
21
2019
Why Do I Want a VSR Balanced Turbo for My Diesel Engine?
Why Do I Want a VSR Balanced Turbo for My Diesel Engine?
...
Nov
19
2019
How to Return Diesel Engine Core Parts
How to Return Diesel Engine Core Parts
If you've recently purchased ...
Nov
14
2019
HHP Spotlight: How to Rebuild a Caterpillar C2.2 T/A Diesel Engine
HHP Spotlight: How to Rebuild a Caterpillar C2.2 T/A Diesel Engine
Are you working on your...
Nov
12
2019
HHP Spotlight: How to Rebuild a Perkins Diesel Engine
HHP Spotlight: How to Rebuild a Perkins Diesel Engine
Perkins has a long history of producing...
Nov
11
2019
The Benefits of Diesel VGT Turbochargers Compared to Wastegate Turbos
The Benefits of Diesel VGT Turbochargers Compared to Wastegate Turbos
T...
Nov
07
2019
Meet the Experts at HHP: Andy Thompson
Meet the Experts at HHP: Andy Thompson
We usually focus in on diesel engine parts, but tod...
Nov
06
2019
What Diesel Information does HHP need to quote a John Deere Kit?
What Diesel Information does HHP need to quote a John Deere Kit?
If you've been loo...
Oct
31
2019
How Does a Wastegate Work on a Diesel Engine Turbo?
How Does a Wastegate Work on a Diesel Engine Turbo?
We've talked a lot about turbocharger...
Oct
29
2019
How Diesel Engine Turbochargers Work
How Diesel Engine Turbochargers Work
You want more power in your engine. Well, that's what...
Oct
28
2019
How Financials Contribute to Your Diesel Repair Shop's Value
How Financials Contribute to Your Diesel Repair Shop's Value
So you're getting ready to ...
Oct
26
2019
The Primary Differences Between Caterpillar 3406E, C15, and C15 Acert Diesel Engines
The Primary Differences Between Caterpillar 3406E, C15, and C15 ACERT Diesel Engines
...
Oct
24
2019
HHP Spotlight: Diesel Engine VGT Turbocharger Advantages
HHP Spotlight: Diesel Engine VGT Turbocharger Advantages
What? Advantages to a VGT? Are you r...
Oct
22
2019
HHP Spotlight: VGT Turbocharger Problems in Your Diesel Engine
HHP Spotlight: VGT Turbocharger Problems in Your Diesel Engine
Variable geometry turbo proble...
Oct
17
2019
HHP Spotlight: VGT Turbo Options for Your Diesel Engine
HHP Spotlight: VGT Turbo Options for Your Diesel Engine
Today's product spotlight is on varia...
Oct
15
2019
Variable Geometry Turbochargers for Your Diesel Engine are Here!
Variable Geometry Turbochargers for Your Diesel Engine are Here!
If you're running an engin...
Oct
10
2019
Diesel Engine Emission Requirements
Diesel Engine Emission Requirements
Your emission system on your diesel engine has failed. Ag...
Oct
08
2019
Removing Carbon from Diesel Engines
Removing Carbon from Diesel Engines
Have you recently had a failure in your turbocharger ? Y...
Oct
03
2019
Problems with EGR Systems in Diesel Engines
Problems with EGR Systems in Diesel Engines
We've seen it countless times. Our customer calls...
Oct
01
2019
How does a Variable Geometry Turbocharger work?
How Does a Variable Geometry Turbocharger Work in Diesel Engines?
Variable ge...
Sep
30
2019
How to Build Value for Your Diesel Repair Shop
How to Build Value for Your Diesel Repair Shop
If you're like many small ...
Sep
26
2019
What is a core charge and why do I have to pay it?
WHAT IS A CORE CHARGE AND WHY DO I HAVE TO PAY IT?
Considering how...
Sep
24
2019
Flywheel versus Flexplate
What's the Difference between a Flywheel and a Flexplate in Diesel Engines?
We...
Sep
20
2019
How Does a Diesel Engine Work?
How Does a Diesel Engine Work?
Diesel engines excel in areas where gasoline engi...
Sep
19
2019
Yanmar Engine Serial Number
YANMAR DIESEL ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
Originally founded in Japan in 1912, Yanmar is now a ...
Sep
17
2019
HHP Spotlight: What's in the Yanmar Diesel Engine Overhaul Kit?
HHP Spotlight: What's in the Yanmar Diesel Engine Overhaul Kit?
...
Sep
12
2019
Perkins Engine Serial Number
PERKINS DIESEL ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
Founded in the early 20th century, Perkins has lon...
Sep
10
2019
HHP Spotlight: What's in a Perkins Diesel Engine Overhaul Kit?
HHP Spotlight: What's in a Perkins Diesel Engine Overhaul Kit?
Yo...
Sep
09
2019
Brake Air Compressor Troubleshooting - Simplified
Brake Air Compressor Troubleshooting - Simplified
The Basics
If you're reading this you pr...
Sep
05
2019
Exploring PurePower Diesel Engine Fuel Injectors
Exploring PurePower Diesel Engine Fuel Injectors
If you're looking for replacement diesel eng...
Sep
03
2019
Exploring PurePower Diesel Engine Turbochargers
Exploring PurePower Diesel Engine Turbochargers
Are you looking for a great turbo f...
Aug
30
2019
Mack Engine Serial Number
MACK DIESEL ENGINE SERIAL NUMBERS
Mack engines have long meant durability and strength...
Aug
28
2019
HHP Spotlight: About the Caterpillar C15 Diesel Engine Inframe Rebuild Kit
About the Caterpillar C15 ACERT Diesel Engine Inframe Rebuild Kit
...
Aug
26
2019
5 Ways to Maintain Your Diesel Repair Shop's Marketing Presence (And Why They Matter)
5 Ways to Maintain Your Diesel Repair Shop's Marketing Presence (And Why They Matter)...
Aug
22
2019
John Deere Engine Serial Number
JOHN DEERE DIESEL ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
John Deere didn't start out producing diesel en...
Aug
20
2019
HHP Spotlight: About the International / Navistar DT466E Diesel Engine Inframe Rebuild Kit
About the International / Navistar DT466E Diesel Engine Inframe Rebuild Kit
&n...
Aug
15
2019
HHP Spotlight: About the Caterpillar C13 Diesel Engine Rebuild Kit
HHP Spotlight: About the Caterpillar C13 Diesel Engine Rebuild Kit
I...
Aug
13
2019
5 Easy Ways to Improve Fuel Economy
5 Easy Ways to Improve Fuel Economy with Your Diesel Truck
Theres no denying that diesel...
Aug
08
2019
5 Tips to Help Your Diesel Engine Live Longer
5 Tips to Help Your Diesel Engine Live Longer
Are you worried that your diesel...
Aug
06
2019
HHP Spotlight: About the Cummins ISX Inframe Rebuild Kit
HHP Spotlight: About the Cummins ISX Inframe Rebuild Kit
Eventually, no matter how reliable, ...
Aug
01
2019
HHP Spotlight: About the DD15 Detroit Diesel Rebuild Kit
HHP Spotlight: About the DD15 Detroit Diesel Rebuild Kit
You asked for it, and...
Jul
30
2019
What is the Purpose of a Cylinder Head in a Diesel Engine?
What is the Purpose of a Cylinder Head in a Diesel Engine?
Today were going to go over a li...
Jul
29
2019
5 Objections to Marketing Your Diesel Repair Shop Online (And Why They Shouldn't Bother You)
5 Objections to Marketing Your Diesel Repair Shop Online (And Why They Shouldn't ...
Jul
25
2019
HHP Spotlight: Considering Jrone for Your Diesel Engine?
HHP Spotlight: Considering Jrone for Your Diesel Engine?
How do you know that the parts you'r...
Jul
23
2019
Rebuild Cylinder Head vs Remanufactured Cylinder Head
Rebuilt or Remanufactured Head for Your Diesel Engine?
When the cylinder head in your ...
Jul
18
2019
What to do About a Cracked Cylinder Head in Your Diesel Engine
What to do About a Cracked Cylinder Head in Your Diesel Engine
We're back with more on your c...
Jul
17
2019
Diesel Engine Fuel Injectors Explained
Diesel Engine Fuel Injectors Explained
Were here to talk about fuel injectors today. Well b...
Jul
11
2019
HHP Spotlight: Jrone Diesel Engine Turbo Cartridges and Repair Kits
HHP Spotlight: Jrone Diesel Engine Turbo Cartridges and Repair Kits
Have you been having trou...
Jul
09
2019
When Can I Resurface My Diesel Engine Cylinder Head?
When Can I Resurface My Diesel Engine Cylinder Head?
Have you thought much about your cylind...
Jul
05
2019
How to Diagnose Diesel Engine Noise: Clutch Engagement
How to Diagnose Diesel Engine Noise: Clutch Engagement
We've talked about several different c...
Jul
02
2019
The Differences between Refurbished, Rebuilt, and Remanufactured in Diesel Engines
The Differences between Refurbished, Rebuilt, and Remanufactured in Diesel Engines
...
Jun
27
2019
HHP Spotlight: Diesel Engine Rocker Arm vs. Pin and Roller Kits
HHP Spotlight: Diesel Engine Rocker Arm vs. Pin and Roller Kits
&nb...
Jun
25
2019
Diesel Engine Turbochargers: Rebuild with a Cartridge or a New Turbo?
Diesel Engine Turbochargers: Rebuild with a Cartridge or a New Turbo?
If you're...
Jun
24
2019
8 Basic Ways to Market Your Diesel Engine Repair Shop Online
8 Basic Ways to Market Your Diesel Repair Shop Online
We've mentioned it beforeif you're...
Jun
20
2019
How to Diagnose Diesel Engine Noise: Valve Train
How to Diagnose Diesel Engine Noise: Valve Train
We've recently talked about how ...
Jun
18
2019
How to Diagnose Diesel Engine Belt Noise
How to Diagnose Diesel Engine Belt Noise
In our past blog, we discussed engine noise that occ...
Jun
14
2019
HHP Spotlight: Diesel Engine Rocker Cover Gaskets
HHP Spotlight: Rocker Cover Gaskets
If youve noticed a leak in your engine, or youre just re...
Jun
12
2019
Cleanliness in Diesel Engine Repair
Cleanliness in Diesel Engine Repair
When you're working on your engine, I'm sure you're foc...
Jun
07
2019
Why Not to Rebuild Your Diesel Engine Fuel Injectors
Why Not to Rebuild Your Diesel Engine Fuel Injectors
Do your fuel injectors need a rebuil...
Jun
04
2019
HHP Spotlight: About Jrone Turbochargers
HHP Spotlight: Jrone Turbochargers
If you're like us, you want more power in your engine! You...
Jun
03
2019
Repair Shop Marketing Message Part II: Branding Your Repair Shop
Repair Shop Marketing Message Part II: Branding Your Repair Shop
In Repair Shop Mar...
May
30
2019
Ways to Keep Your Turbocharger Healthy
Ways to Keep Your Turbocharger Healthy
As I'm sure you know, turbochargers are a key c...
May
28
2019
HHP Spotlight: More on the Cummins ISX
HHP Spotlight: More on the Cummins ISX
The ISX engine is one of our most popular engines, a...
May
23
2019
How To: Diesel Injector Installation, Cummins ISX
How To: Diesel Injector Installation, Cummins ISX
Odds are, at some point in the life of your...
May
21
2019
Common Turbo Problems & Failures
Common Turbo Problems and Failures
Are you worried that your diesel engine...
May
16
2019
HHP Spotlight: About PurePower Diesel Air Management Systems
HHP Spotlight: About PurePower Diesel Air Management Systems
Ever wonder about your...
May
14
2019
HHP Spotlight: About PurePower Diesel Engine Fuel Injectors
HHP Spotlight: About PurePower Diesel Engine Fuel Injectors
As I'm sure you know, ...
May
09
2019
HHP Spotlight: About PurePower Diesel Engine Turbochargers
HHP Spotlight: About PurePower Diesel Engine Turbochargers
We've talked about the turbocharg...
May
07
2019
How to Diagnose Diesel Engine Noise While Under Load
How To Diagnose Diesel Engine Noise While Under Load
Are you having a problem with noise in y...
May
02
2019
Block Gaskets Failure Analysis
Block Gaskets Failure Analysis
Are you experiencing leaks around your gasket? This failure ...
Apr
30
2019
Piston Crowns Failure Analysis
Piston Crowns Failure Analysis
Cold Coolant to a Hot Engine
In this we see the results of ...
Apr
29
2019
Repair Shop Marketing Message Part I: Power of Creativity
Repair Shop Marketing Message Part I: Power of Creativity
Our last posts spent time dis...
Apr
25
2019
Detroit Diesel Electronic Control: Versions and Development
Detroit Diesel Electronic Control: Versions and Development
Your engine may run on die...
Apr
23
2019
Head Gaskets Failure Analysis
Head Gaskets Failure Analysis
It's a pain when your head gasket blows. But what might seem ...
Apr
22
2019
Marketing to Your Most Qualified Repair Shop Customers
Marketing to Your Most Qualified Repair Shop Customers
In our earlier post , we di...
Apr
18
2019
Detroit Diesel Series 60 Common Failures and Problems
Detroit Diesel Series 60 Common Problems and Failures
Do you have a Series 60 engine f...
Apr
15
2019
Repair Shop Marketing: Identifying Your Target Customer
Repair Shop Marketing: Identifying Your Target Customer
So you've decided to focus ...
Apr
11
2019
Detroit Diesel Series 60: Differences Between 12.7L & 14L
Detroit Diesel Series 60: Differences Between 12.7L and 14L
If you've heard of Det...
Apr
09
2019
Track Tension Adjusting and Maintenance Tips
Track Tension Adjusting and Maintenance Tips
Adjusters are designed to absorb shock, pro...
Apr
08
2019
How a Website Can Grow Your Diesel Repair Shop
How a Website Can Grow Your Diesel Repair Shop
The internet has swiftly invaded the way...
Apr
04
2019
A Look at Detroit Diesel Series 60 14L
A Look at Detroit Diesel Series 60 14L
Detroit Diesel, or just Detroit as it's more co...
Apr
01
2019
Word-of-Mouth Isn't All It's Cracked Up to Be
Word-of-Mouth Isn't All It's Cracked up To Be
If you're like many diesel repair shop ow...
Mar
28
2019
Cummins ISX and N14 Engines: Tips and Tricks for Rebuild
Cummins ISX and N14 Engines: Tips and Tricks for Rebuild
The N14 and ISX engines are some o...
Mar
26
2019
Valves Failure Analysis
Valves Failure Analysis
Your valves aid in the combustion process, letting air in and exhaust...
Mar
25
2019
Repair Shop Advertising: Are You Doing it Right?
Repair Shop Advertising: Are You Doing it Right?
In our series overview, How Are You ...
Mar
21
2019
What's the Difference Between the Cummins N14 and ISX?
What's the difference between the Cummins N14 and ISX
Cummins ha...
Mar
18
2019
How Are You Marketing Your Diesel Repair Shop?
How Are You Marketing Your Diesel Repair Shop?
It might seem like marketing your repair...
Mar
14
2019
Cummins ISX Problems and Failures
Cummins ISX Problems and Failures
The ISX engine by Cummins is one of the ...
Mar
11
2019
Grow Your Business, Not Your Work: HHP White Paper
Grow Your Business, Not Your Work: HHP White Paper
Are you ready to grow your diesel r...
Mar
07
2019
Cummins ISX Engine Rebuild Kits from HHP
Cummins ISX Engine Rebuild Kits from HHP
Here at HHP, we’re pretty proud of the ...
Mar
05
2019
Oil Cooler Benefits
Oil Cooler Benefits
The oil cooler is not typically a component that goes bad, but sho...
Mar
04
2019
Don't Let Employee Problems Hold Your Repair Shop Back
Don't Let Employee Problems Hold Your Repair Shop Back
We've said it before, and I'm su...
Feb
28
2019
Diesel Engine Turbocharger Installation Tips
Diesel Engine Turbocharger Installation Tips
All diesel engines reach a point where no...
Feb
26
2019
Replacing Your Spacer Plate: When Should It Be Done?
Replacing Your Spacer Plate: When Should It be Done?
Installing a cylinder head , wh...
Feb
25
2019
Busy Work Keeping You From Growing Your Repair Shop?
Busy Work Keeping You from Growing Your Repair Shop?
We've all said it before: I'm just...
Feb
21
2019
Turbocharger Failure: Lack of Lubrication/Contaminated Oil
Turbocharger Failure: Lack of Lubrication/Contaminated Oil
Your turbocharger spins at ...
Feb
18
2019
Prevent Parts Problems from Derailing Your Repair Shop
Prevent Parts Problems from Derailing Your Repair Shop
Are you having trouble getting t...
Feb
14
2019
Turbochargers: A General Guide
Turbochargers: A General Guide
It makes your engine more powerful and it helps with ...
Feb
12
2019
Engine Sleeve / Liner Pitting Explained
Engine Sleeve/Liner Pitting
I'm sure everyone out there religiously takes oil samples at ever...
Feb
11
2019
How to Get and Keep Qualified Diesel Technicians
How to Get and Keep Qualified Diesel Technicians
If you own a repair shop, I don't have...
Feb
05
2019
Fixing the Problem: Identify and Replace Faulty Diesel Injectors
Fixing the Problem: Identify and Replace Faulty Diesel Injectors
As the name says, a d...
Feb
04
2019
Keep Work Delays from Stalling Your Repair Shop
Keep Work Delays from Stalling Your Repair Shop
In a previous post in this series, we t...
Jan
31
2019
Adjusting Diesel Injector Timing: ISX Injectors
Adjusting Diesel Injector Timing: ISX Injectors
In another post, we talked generally a...
Jan
29
2019
Oil Pump Failure Analysis
Oil Pump Failure Analysis
The oil pump is vital to keeping your engine lubricated. If it's no...
Jan
29
2019
Setting Up Processes Your Repair Shop Will Follow
Setting Up Processes Your Repair Shop Will Follow
If you've been reading the other post...
Jan
24
2019
Identifying Common Signs of Fuel Injector Failure
Identifying Common Signs of Fuel Injector Failure
There's something wrong with your di...
Jan
22
2019
Diesel Injector Repair Kits and Remanufactured Injectors
Diesel Engine Injector Repair Kits and Remanned Injectors
About Fuel Injectors
A fu...
Jan
21
2019
Full Bays, No Cash?
Full Bays, No Cash?
Have you noticed that you consistently have full bays, but you don...
Jan
17
2019
The Difference Between Common Rail and Unit Injectors
The Difference between Common Rail and Unit Injectors
A fuel injector is a fuel inject...
Jan
15
2019
Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI): Do it Properly to Increase Profits
Preventive Maintenance Inspection: Do It Properly to Increase Profits
Do you like it whe...
Jan
14
2019
Keep Your Repair Shop from Holding You Captive
Keep Your Repair Shop from Holding You Captive
When's the last time you were able to ta...
Jan
10
2019
ISX Fuel Injectors: Products Offered from HHP
Cummins ISX Fuel Injectors: Products Offered from Highway & Heavy Parts
If you've ...
Jan
08
2019
Graphite vs. MLS: What's the Difference in Gasket Materials?
Graphite vs. MLS: What's the Difference in Gasket Materials?
When it comes to gaskets, the...
Jan
07
2019
Manage Your Way to a Profitable Shop
Manage Your Way to a Profitable Shop
If you're like most repair shop owners, you've go...
Jan
03
2019
Cummins ISX Engine Spotlight
Cummins ISX Engine Spotlight
The History of Cummins
The huge company that is Cummin...
Jan
02
2019
Will Your Repair Shop be Here in 5 Years?
Will Your Repair Shop be Here in 5 Years?
When was the last time you thought about you...
Jan
02
2019
Low Oil Pressure: I Changed My Oil Pump, Now What?
Low Oil Pressure: I Changed My Oil Pump, Now What?
So you notice your oil pressure is ...
Dec
26
2018
When Can I Reuse My Head Bolts?
When Can I Reuse My Head Bolts?
Head bolts might seem like a minor or unimportant part...
Dec
26
2018
Cylinder Head Failure Analysis: Warped or Pitted Heads
Cylinder Head Failure Analysis: Warped or Pitted Heads
As we've mentioned in a previ...
Dec
21
2018
Solve Repair Shop Headaches With Business Systems
Solve Repair Shop Headaches through Business Systems
Is your repair shop making enough...
Dec
20
2018
Cylinder Head Failure Analysis: Why is My Head Cracked?
Cylinder Head Failure Analysis: Why is My Head Cracked?
A damaged cylinder h...
Dec
18
2018
Selecting Head Gasket Sets
Selecting Head Gasket Sets
A blown head gasket. That can mean major issues for your di...
Dec
17
2018
Profit Boosting Boot Camp: HHP White Paper
Profit Boosting Boot Camp: HHP White Paper
Today we're bringing the entire Profit Boos...
Dec
13
2018
OEM vs. Aftermarket Cylinder Heads
OEM vs. Aftermarket Cylinder Heads
We've talked about it before—OEM parts are si...
Dec
11
2018
How to Install a Diesel Engine Cylinder Head
How to Install a Diesel Engine Cylinder Head
It's no small undertaking to replace your...
Dec
10
2018
Profit Boosting Boot Camp: Increasing Efficiency
Increasing Efficiency
In our last post, we took a look at your shop's productivity , w...
Dec
06
2018
Diesel Engine Cylinder Head Buying Guide
Cylinder Heads: HHP Buying Guide
When's the last time you thought about your cylinder he...
Dec
03
2018
Profit Boosting Boot Camp: An Eye on Repair Shop Productivity
An Eye on Repair Shop Productivity
Last week, your effective labor rate took center ...
Nov
29
2018
Diesel Engine Failure Analysis: Compression Issues
Diesel Engine Failure Analysis: Compression Issues
As we talked about in an e...
Nov
27
2018
Diesel Engine Break-in Guide
Diesel Engine Break-in Guide
Have you been considering an engine rebuild but aren't su...
Nov
26
2018
Profit Boosting Boot Camp: Your Effective Labor Rate
Your Effective Labor Rate
Our last post focused on your Posted Labor Rate and how yo...
Nov
21
2018
Diesel Engine Failure Analysis: Fuel Contamination
Diesel Engine Failure Analysis: Fuel Contamination
Are you experiencing low power or poo...
Nov
20
2018
How to Prepare Your Diesel Truck for Winter
How to Prepare Your Diesel Truck for Winter
Winter is rough on all vehicles, whether the...
Nov
19
2018
Profit Boosting Boot Camp: Evaluating Your Posted Labor Rate
Evaluating Your Posted Labor Rate
Our last few posts have focused on your profit margi...
Nov
15
2018
How to Choose an Engine Rebuild Kit
How to Choose an Engine Rebuild Kit
An engine rebuild is a large and expensive job, and ...
Nov
12
2018
Profit Boosting Boot Camp: Investigating Your Net Profit Margin
Investigating Your Net Profit Margin
Understanding your net profit margin can be key t...
Nov
08
2018
The Difference between OEM and Aftermarket Engine Rebuild Kits
The Difference between OEM and Aftermarket Engine Rebuild Kits
So, let’s start o...
Nov
06
2018
Common Diesel Engine Problems
Common Diesel Engine Problems
It's unlikely that you'll never have a problem with your d...
Nov
05
2018
Profit Boosting Boot Camp: Gross Profit Margin on Labor
Gross Profit Margin on Labor
We have spent the last couple of parts in our Profit Boo...
Nov
01
2018
Diesel Engine Rebuild Kits Buying Guide
Diesel Engine Rebuild Kits: HHP Buying Guide
Have you noticed a loss in fuel economy...
Oct
30
2018
The Camshaft Reconditioning Process
The Camshaft Reconditioning Process
There are a few parts that you see as many (or more)...
Oct
29
2018
Profit Boosting Boot Camp: Gross Profit Margin on Parts
Gross Profit Margin on Parts
In our last blog in the Profit Boosting Boot Ca...
Oct
25
2018
Camshaft Failure: Camshaft Bearings
Camshaft Failure: Camshaft Bearings
It's not just camshafts that can wear or failthe camsha...
Oct
23
2018
Profit Boosting Boot Camp: Gross Profit Margin
Gross Profit Margin
A common question business owners want answered is: how do I...
Oct
23
2018
Camshaft Bearing Facts and Installation
Camshaft Bearing Facts and Installation
As we discussed in a previous post, Camshaf...
Oct
18
2018
Camshaft Failure Analysis: What Causes Excessive Lobe Wear?
Camshaft Failure Analysis: What Causes Excessive Camshaft Lobe Wear?
We all know how...
Oct
16
2018
Camshaft Bearings Explained
Camshaft Bearings Explained
In its most basic form, bearings are meant to reduce fri...
Oct
15
2018
Profit Boosting Boot Camp: What the Average Order Value Means for Your Shop
What Your Average Order Value Means for Your Shop
While it might seem like busyw...
Oct
11
2018
OEM vs. Aftermarket Diesel Camshafts
OEM vs. Aftermarket Diesel Camshafts
So you're looking for a new camshaft. Maybe yo...
Oct
08
2018
Profit Boosting Boot Camp: How Your Closing Ratio Impacts Your Shop's Profits
How Your Closing Ratio Impacts Your Shop's Profits
How often have you looked at ...
Oct
04
2018
HHP Buying Guide: Camshafts
HHP Buying Guide: Camshafts
Do you want good engine power? Great fuel economy? I thin...
Oct
02
2018
How Do I Know if My Camshaft is a Good Core?
How Do I Know if My Camshaft is a Good Core?
When purchasing a camshaft for your d...
Oct
01
2018
10 Metrics Proven to Boost Diesel Engine Repair Shop Profitability
10 Metrics Proven to Boost Diesel Engine Repair Shop Profitability
It's always goo...
Sep
27
2018
Crankshaft and Engine Bearing Installation Guidelines
Crankshaft and Engine Bearing Installation Guidelines
Proper crankshaft function hinges on a ...
Sep
11
2018
America Runs on Diesel
America Runs on Diesel
Do you ever stop and think about where our things come from?...
Sep
04
2018
September Featured Products
September Featured Products
Its time for Septembers featured products! This month, were f...
Aug
13
2018
The Causes of Oil Pump Failure
The Causes of Oil Pump Failure
Oil pumps are critical to the mechanics of the rest of ...
Aug
06
2018
August Featured Products
August Featured Products
If an engine were a living creature, oil would be its blood; its n...
Jul
03
2018
July Featured Products
July Featured Products
Its July, and a new month means new featured products! This month we...
May
29
2018
RSVP Shop Talk: CJ's Diesel Performance
RSVP Shop Talk: CJ's Diesel Performance
Problem-solving and thinking outside-the-box fuel the...
May
07
2018
May Featured Products
May Featured Products
Everybody loves a good turbocharger, and thats why turbos are Mays fe...
Apr
23
2018
Gasket Damage: Thermal Push from Detonation
Gasket Damage: Thermal Push from Detonation
What is Thermal Push?
Thermal push is a ty...
Apr
09
2018
Gasket Installation Mistakes to Avoid
Gasket Installation Mistakes to Avoid
We've all fallen victim to common mistakes before....
Apr
03
2018
RSVP Shop Talk: Rattlesnake Ridge Truck Repair
RSVP Shop Talk: Rattlesnake Ridge Truck Repair
Rattlesnake Ridge provides service for ligh...
Apr
02
2018
April Featured Products
April Featured Products
Gaskets are often overlooked, since theyre not a big, expensive per...
Mar
07
2018
HHP Announces the Winner of the HHP Prize Pack!
Congratulations to Scott Cross for winning the Yeti Roadie with HHP Swag!
We'd like to...
Jan
29
2018
Are the OEM Engine Rebuild Kits Worth It?
Are the OEM Engine Rebuild Kits Worth It?
If you've heard of Highway and Heavy Parts, yo...
Jan
23
2018
5 Tips to Reduce Repair Shop Receivables & Get Paid Faster
No one likes talking about cash flow, but when it comes to running a diesel repair shop, cash flo...
Jan
16
2018
5 Ways to Increase Diesel Repair Shop Efficiency & Profitability
When we polled over 500 repair shops nationwide, we found the number one concern as we begi...
Jan
09
2018
Time is Money. Why Waste it Searching for Parts?
Highway & Heavy Parts surveyed over 500 repair shops nationwide and found that of all t...
Jan
08
2018
January Featured Products
January Featured Products
Happy 2018! A new year at HHP means a new focus, and this January w...
Nov
16
2017
Boost Profitability with Employee Training
In recent Highway and Heavy Parts business polling, employee retention and managing cash f...
Nov
15
2017
Anti-Polishing Rings (APR) Explained
Anti-Polishing Rings (APR) Explained
APR stands for anti-polishing ring. Other terms for an...
Nov
09
2017
How to Reduce Repair Shop Turnover
Simply stated, no one takes a job and immediately thinks about how they&rsquo...
Nov
02
2017
Hiring Technicians as the Diesel Mechanic Shortage Continues
When it comes to the Diesel Mechanic shortage, it’s clear the crisis has moved from ...
Aug
23
2017
Order Shipping Guide
Shipping facts seem to be pretty simple. After all, if you choose 2 Day Shipping your ord...
Aug
15
2017
Diesel Engine Break-In Explained
We often get calls about the break-in procedure of a newly-rebuilt engine. Proper break-in is cr...
Aug
10
2017
HHP New Product Releases: August 2017
Highway and Heavy Parts is excited to announce the addition of several oil pans to our product o...
May
01
2017
HHP New Product Releases: May 2017
Click Here to Download and print a copy of HHP New Product Releases: May 2017.
Apr
11
2017
Camshafts: Replace or Not to Replace?
Camshafts – To Replace or Not to Replace? That is the Question
So, you have 1,00...
Mar
28
2017
Boost Profits by Rebuilding Parts and Selling Labor
Though handling your shop’s day-to-day accounting operations might not be exactly what yo...
Feb
03
2017
Accelerate Growth for your Diesel Repair Shop
In today’s economy, growing your business is essential to staying in business. If you don...
Feb
02
2017
Diesel Engine Break In Procedure
We often get calls about the break in procedure of a newly rebuilt engine. Proper break in is cr...
Jan
18
2017
Make More Money by Reinvesting in your Diesel Repair Shop
To reduce the risk of failure and ensure the success of your diesel repair shop, you must take ...
Jan
06
2017
Improve your Shop Culture to Recruit Talented Diesel Repair Technicians
When it comes to recruiting new, talented employees, we could all learn a thing or two from col...
Dec
31
2016
FREE WHITE PAPER - How to Maximize Your Diesel Repair Shop Profits
At Highway & Heavy Parts, we believe that knowledge is the key to making good decisions for...
Dec
30
2016
Controlling Overhead Costs to Increase your Diesel Repair Shop Profits
Overhead costs are the expenses associated with running your diesel repair shop that are not di...
Dec
23
2016
How to Increase Profits in your Diesel Repair Shop Parts Department
Your parts department plays an important role in generating profits for your diesel repair shop....
Dec
16
2016
Managing Labor to Maximize Your Diesel Repair Shop Profits
Managing labor to maximize profits can be challenging for any diesel repair shop owner. There a...
Dec
05
2016
How to Make More Money on Parts than Labor
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For access to Exclusive Savin...
Nov
30
2016
Maximizing Your Diesel Repair Shop Profits - The Efficiency Factor
Like many other businesses today, getting the profits you need is a challenging undertaking for...
Nov
23
2016
The Cost of Employee Turnover to your Repair Shop
Research has shown that most diesel repair shops are having difficulty finding and keeping good...
Nov
16
2016
FREE WHITE PAPER - 5 Rules for Successfully Marketing your Diesel Repair Shop
At Highway & Heavy Parts, we believe that knowledge is the key to making good decisions...
Nov
15
2016
Measure your Marketing to Ensure Success
Many diesel repair shop owners view marketing as a necessary evil. They do it because they know...
Nov
04
2016
Nov
03
2016
Setting SMART Marketing Goals for Your Diesel Repair Shop
So, your diesel repair shop has a great brand identity, you’ve developed compelling marke...
Oct
31
2016
Selecting the Best Marketing Channels for Your Diesel Repair Shop
Once you have established a great brand and created compelling marketing messages, it’s t...
Oct
31
2016
Creating Powerful Marketing Messages for your Diesel Repair Shop
Your marketing messages must tell your audience what you do, but also persuade them that you ar...
Oct
25
2016
Creating a Great Brand for your Diesel Repair Shop
Company branding is the marketing practice of creating a unique name, logo, sales proposition, ...
Sep
30
2016
FREE WHITE PAPER - Estimating the Value of your Diesel Repair Shop
At Highway & Heavy Parts, we believe that knowledge is the key to making good dec...
Sep
21
2016
Estimating the Value of Your Diesel Repair Shop - Part III
PART III: Four Basic Business Valuation Techniques.
1. ...
Sep
14
2016
Estimating the Value of Your Diesel Repair Shop - Part II
PART II: Fair Market Value - The Best Measure of a Company's Value.
Determining fair m...
Sep
07
2016
Estimating the Value of Your Diesel Repair Shop - Part I
PART I: Company Value - The Ultimate Indicator.
When you think about all of the parts...
Aug
31
2016
Capacity Planning Strategies for a Diesel Repair Shop
What is Capacity Planning?
Capacity planning is the process of determining the produ...
Aug
24
2016
FREE WHITE PAPER - The Entrepreneurial Approach to Running a Successful Diesel Repair Shop
At Highway & Heavy Parts, we believe that knowledge is the key to making good decisions...
Aug
24
2016
The Entrepreneurial Approach to Running a Successful Diesel Repair Shop - Part III
PART III: Implementing Strategic Growth Projects
“Strategic Growth Projects&rdq...
Aug
19
2016
The Entrepreneurial Approach to Running a Successful Diesel Repair Shop - Part II
PART II: Setting Strategic and Tactical Goals for Success.
So, how do you implement inno...
Aug
18
2016
The Entrepreneurial Approach to Running a Successful Diesel Repair Shop - Part I
PART I: The Entrepreneurial Perspective.
If you are reading this article, you are most l...
Aug
10
2016
FREE WHITE PAPER - Optimizing Resources to Improve the Productivity of your Diesel Repair Shop
At Highway & Heavy Parts, we believe that knowledge is the key to making good decisions...
Aug
04
2016
Optimizing Resources to Improve the Productivity of Your Diesel Repair Shop - Part III
PART III: Performing a Productivity Review.
Putting the principles of productivity into ...
Aug
04
2016
Optimizing Resources to Improve the Productivity of Your Diesel Repair Shop - Part II
PART II: Managing the Productivity of Your Diesel Repair Shop.
Principles apply to produ...
Aug
04
2016
Optimizing Resources to Improve the Productivity of Your Diesel Repair Shop - Part I
PART I: Implementing Strategic Productivity to Maximize the Value of Your Diesel Repair Shop. ...
Aug
03
2016
Improving Your Repair Shop Through Process Leadership
Leadership means taking initiative, accepting responsibility, and setting a good example for yo...
Jul
12
2016
Innovating Your Diesel Repair Shop Systems
Observe them. Evaluate them. Improve them. Watch them work.
Every system can be improv...
Jul
06
2016
FREE WHITE PAPER - The Importance of Systemizing Your Diesel Repair Shop
At Highway & Heavy Parts, we believe that knowledge is the key to making good decisio...
Jul
06
2016
The Importance of Systemizing Your Diesel Repair Shop - Part III
Part III: Key Performance Indicators
As we briefly mentioned in Part II of this blog ser...
Jun
30
2016
The Importance of Systemizing Your Diesel Repair Shop - Part II
Part II: Systems Evaluation
Systems are the foundation of any diesel repair shop busin...
Jun
29
2016
The Importance of Systemizing Your Diesel Repair Shop Part I
Part I: Systems Development
As the owner or manager of a diesel repair sho...
Jun
15
2016
How to Make More Money on Parts Than Labor for Your Diesel Repair Shop
In today’s competitive diesel repair market it is increasingly more difficult for diesel ...
May
10
2016
Create an Employee Reward and Recognition Program
It’s difficult to find skilled employees. Then once you’ve interviewed and hired th...
Apr
26
2016
5 Tips to Recruit Technicians
The rate of new technicians coming into the industry is lower than the rate of technician...
Feb
18
2016
Website Update
Thank you for your patience while we update our website to provide a better customer experience. ...
Dec
11
2015
New Products for November
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New Products
Additional Waukesha VHP Gasket Sets
...
Nov
24
2015
Caterpillar C15 3406E Spacer Plate
This spacer plate , resembling a large gasket, fits between the engine block and the head on...
Oct
29
2015
Turbocharger Failure Diagnostic Checklist
Turbocharger Failure Diagnostic Checklist
Your turbocharger not only helps your engine have m...
Sep
18
2015
Legislation Could Raise Weight Limit On Interstate Trucks
U.S. Rep. Reid Ribble introduced last week the latest version of his Safe, Flexible and Efficie...
Sep
02
2015
OnGuard Active Introduces Enhanced Collision Mitigation
Meritor Wabco has introduced a radar-based collision mitigation system that will react to stat...
Aug
20
2015
Are Low Rolling Resistance Tires Right For Your Truck?
According to the North American Council for Freight Efficiency, low-rolling-resistance tires are...
Jul
20
2015
The Next Generation of Trucking
Consumer cars have recently been trending toward achieving higher MPG and using alternative fuel...
Jun
10
2015
Diesel Prices in 2015
Lately diesel fuel prices have been fluctuating quite a bit around the $3.00 mark. Last week the...
Apr
23
2015
Class 8 Truck Orders Fall, Medium-Duty Orders Rise
Class 8 truck orders were below expectations in March with just over 24,600 units ordere...
Apr
08
2015
Mack Trucks Update Natural-Gas Semi Tractors
Natural gas still hasn't caught on as a fuel for private passenger vehicles, but it's findi...
Feb
17
2015
New Detroit Diesel Drive Axles
New Model 6 Detroit Drive Axles introduced by Detroit Diesel Corporation.
Available in single...
Jan
28
2015
We've Moved! New HHP Location
Highway and Heavy Parts has moved to it's new location at 5015 N Dickenson Rd in Coleman, M...
Jan
07
2015
December is 3rd Consecutive Month with Class 8 Orders Above 40,000
FTR has released preliminary data showing December 2014 North American Class 8 truck net orders ...
Dec
18
2014
Whats Driving New Truck Orders?
By now, you may be aware that October and November new Class 8 orders were through the roof. Thi...
Dec
04
2014
Brand New Caterpillar Cylinder Heads
Highway Heavy Parts is bringing you a new option when replacing Caterpillar Cylinder Heads. Now...
Nov
19
2014
FTRs Trucking Condition Index Reflects Strong Market Trends
Each month, the FTR releases an exclusive Trucking Conditions Index (TCI) number which summarize...
Oct
14
2014
Diesel Prices Trending Downward
Continuing the trend, diesel and unleaded gasoline prices fell by a few cents this week accordin...
Sep
26
2014
Detroit Diesel Series 60 Top Liner Cooling
DETROIT DIESEL SERIES 60 TOP LINER COOLING
What are Detroit Diesel Series 60 Top Cooled Liner...
Sep
23
2014
Cummins Wins Frost & Sullivan 2014 US Overall Best Heavy-duty Truck Engines Award
According to Frost & Sullivans independent research surveying heavy-duty fleet, safety, maintena...
Sep
22
2014
Caterpillar 3512 Series Engines Specifications
With the boom in oil and gas production the Caterpillar 3512 series engine has been in increasin...
Sep
04
2014
Natural Gas Truck Sales Not What Experts Expected
The higher pricing of natural gas powered heavy trucks along with their limited amount of fuelin...
Aug
20
2014
Consumers Support Higher Fuel Efficiency
A study recently released by the Consumer Federation of America shows that consumer opinions s...
Jul
16
2014
Trucks Equipped with Cummins L Series Defy Sales Trends
With overall new sales of GVW 8 vehicles down from 2013, manufacturers are seeing a sales decrea...
Jun
26
2014
New MPG Standards for Highway Trucks
In a historic decision by Obama Administration, new fuel efficiency standards for medium and he...
May
07
2014
Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) Expands Coverage of Caterpillar, Cummins and Detroit Diesel Engine ...
Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) is pleased to announce the addition of a wide range of new product...
Apr
21
2014
PKY Truck Beauty Winners from Mid-America Trucking Show
Did you make it to the Mid-America Trucking Show last month?
We enjoyed seeing all the n...
Apr
10
2014
Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) Expands Coverage of Caterpillar, Cummins and Detroit Diesel Engine ...
Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) is pleased to announce the addition of a wide range of new product...
Mar
19
2014
The Mid America Truck Show is Coming March 27 -29! Are you Ready?
The truck show this year looks to be as exciting as ever. If you haven't registered for your spo...
Jan
28
2014
Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) Now Has Engine Rebuild Kits For Caterpillar C13 Engine Applications
Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) now has aftermarket engine overhaul rebuild kits to fit Caterpil...
Jan
28
2014
Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) Expands Coverage of Caterpillar, Cummins, Waukesha and Detroit Dies...
Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) is pleased to announce the addition of a wide range of new produ...
Dec
26
2013
Proposed Category 11 Oil (PC-11): What It Means for the Heavy Highway Industry
Proposed Category 11 (PC-11): What It Means for the Heavy Highway Industry
...
Dec
26
2013
Highway & Heavy Parts Adds New Parts To Inventory For Increased Coverage
Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) is pleased to announce the addition of a wide range of new produ...
Oct
31
2013
HHP Expands Coverage of Caterpillars 3114/3116/3126/C7 Model Engines
Highway and Heavy
Parts is pleased to announce the addition of a wide range of ...
Oct
21
2013
New black Diamond Coated Gaskets for 6.0L & 6.4L Power Stroke From HHP!
Highway and Heavy Parts Midland Michigan is proud to
introduce all new engine sealing product...
Oct
14
2013
Got a Sprinter? HHP's Got The Parts
Highway and
Heavy Parts Midland Michigan is pleased to announce the release of a new compr...
Oct
01
2013
Diesel Worldwide Use Set to Surpass Gas Fueled Vehicles by 2020
DIESEL WORLDWIDE USE SET TO SURPASS GAS-FUELED VEHICLES BY 2020
By James E. Guyette
Die...
Sep
30
2013
HHP is pleased to announce the availability of new International DT466 diesel engine parts
HHP is pleased to announce the
availability of new International DT466 diesel engine parts. T...
Sep
23
2013
Aftermarket Diesel Parts - Today's Option for Saving Money
HHP's look at the pros and cons of using aftermarket diesel engine parts.
...
Sep
09
2013
HHP is pleased to announce the addition of a wide range of new diesel engine products to their ex...
Highway and Heavy Parts is pleased to announce the addition of a wide range of new diesel e...
Sep
02
2013
Highway and Heavy Parts has expanded its coverage for all Caterpillar C12 engine applications
Highway and Heavy Parts has expanded its coverage for all Caterpillar C12 engine applications...
Aug
26
2013
Rebuilt Head or Remanufactured Head?
When the cylinder head in your diesel engine reaches the end of its useful life, ...
Aug
19
2013
New Cummins ISX Engine Rebuild Kit Options
ISX engine overhaul rebuild kit options for Cummins engine
applications.
...
Aug
12
2013
New 4059429 connecting rods for Cummins ISX engines
New Product Release! New 4059429 connecting rods for Cummins ISX engines. ...
Aug
01
2013
Highway and Heavy Tech Tips: Common Turbo Problems
Common Turbo Problems / Failures
Highway and Heavy Parts (HHP) presents the latest in our...
Jul
31
2013
Caterpillar C12 Exhaust Stud Kit
Highway and Heavy Parts Midland MI has released a new C12 Exhaust Manifold Stud Kit
Thi...