With an EGR delete, your diesel vehicle’s engine will not only use less gas, it will perform better as well. If you have questions about EGR deletes, our mechanics can provide you with answers.
Coolant that leaks can be from a weak connection, a faulty hose, or indicate a bigger problem. A diagnostic inspection will identify the source of the problem, and we will present you with the repair options available.
It’s no secret that diesel engines tend to perform a bit better than their gasoline counterparts. But if you want your diesel vehicle to have an extra kick, let our team of remarkable mechanics help you out.
One of the emissions tests run on diesel vehicles is the rolling acceleration test. This is performed on all electronically-controlled, heavy-duty diesel vehicles with low-speed engines and idle speeds of less than 1600 rpm.
If your big rig needs paint, then we’re the company for you. We offer quick quality jobs that will help your truck look better, and we can even handle your whole fleet. We will help the appearance of your business without taking the time that will have you losing business.
Diesel engines don’t have spark plugs. They inject fuel with highly compressed air and the fuel is ignited by the heat already present within the internal combustion chamber.
Transmission cooler lines leaking or gumming up are a problematic issue for many diesel pickup truck owners. Most often this is the result of a faulty line or bad installation, which can be remedied quite easily with professional service.
Not greasing the manual or automatic slack adjusters of semi trucks regularly can make them to stop working. This can ultimately lead to the failure of brakes.
No matter how well your truck runs, customers, clients, and other professionals will judge you on your truck's looks, including whether it's rusted or if it has scratches in its paint. A good paint job will help keep your truck in good shape and let it show people how professional you are.
Repair of today’s diesel engines requires sophisticated diagnostic equipment to identify problems. Once repairs are made, this same equipment delivers precise data as to the effectiveness of the repair, so you can be sure the job was done right.
Oil and oil filters should be changed when it is needed, not simply on mileage or hours. Driving conditions play an equally important role in oil breakdown. Heavy loads, mountain driving, or hot, dusty conditions can all contribute to oil breaking down faster than normal.
Considering all the miles semi-trucks travel, it’s no surprise they sometimes need repair. More than 51 percent of on-road emergency calls are related to tires, but fewer than 1 percent are related to radiators. Why? Savvy truckers have their radiators repaired before they hit the road.
If you’ve recently switched to a different model of semi-truck than you’re used to, you may find that the maintenance requirements aren’t quite the same. Taking the time to understand your new truck’s needs can help you keep it out of the shop for longer.
So you’ve saved up all year to take this vacation out of town in your motorhome, but something doesn’t seem right, is it the alignment? You may be thinking “Well who’s going to tackle such a big job”, but don’t worry, they exist, just search around for a trusty AMA certified mechanic who tackles the big stuff.
Unfortunately, multiple semi trucks in your fleet can break down at the same time. If you don’t have time to wait for your staff mechanic to fix them one at a time, we’d be happy to help by working on the next broken truck on their list.
The first diesel engine built in the 1890s was a major innovation. While it had an efficiency rating of just 26%, this was a significant improvement over the 10% efficiency rating typical of the industrial steam engines it was designed to replace.
Tractor trailer air ride suspension systems use a compressor to fill and manage the air pressure in the pneumatic system (including the cylinders). In many cases, the same compressor is used to drive or augment other systems, such as the brakes.
It’s important to remember that semi trucks are usually hauling the heaviest cargo on the road. If you’re worried that a recent haul may have caused damage, let’s take a look at your truck before you have to get it back on the road.
Do you know how big the US trucking industry is? It’s said that 8.9 million people are employed in trucking-related jobs. Nearly 3.5 million of those people are drivers while owners, operators and shippers account for most of the trucking industry.
Even if your alignment isn’t off, if you have something wrong with your truck’s suspension, then it soon will be. That’s because one of the purposes of suspension is to help maintain the proper axle spacing and alignment of the truck to avoid problems.
Did the top of your truck get damaged while trying to slip under an overpass that was too low? It happens. We can make any needed repairs to the roofing of your rig.
If you’ve recently bought a used vehicle and one or more warning signals light up after only a few hundred miles, you have a problem. It’s possible the previous owner reset the computer to shut down warning lights that might indicate potential issues.
The current record for most miles on a diesel engine is close to a million (on a Mercedes that is still in operation). Why is ir able to go so far you ask? Simple, the owner met all the recommended maintenance milestones - the single most important thing to ensure long life from a diesel engine.
Most problems with fuel supply to the engine result from low fuel pressure. In general, this could be caused by problems with the diesel injectors or the diesel injector rail. Only an experienced mechanic can correctly identify the problem,
