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Whether or not to rebuild and repair or replace a diesel engine is a very common discussion in the diesel community. Many Powerstroke, Duramax, Cummins, and other diesel truck owners want to keep their trucks even after catastrophic engine failures which leads to the decision of whether to repair the engine or rebuild the engine. …

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The Chevy Silverado is one of the most popular full-size pickup trucks made in America. The model comes in various trim levels with a variety of options. One option you may want to consider is a Chevrolet Silverado  Duramax to take advantage of the benefits of a diesel engine. If you’re thinking of buying a Chevy Duramax …

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The Cummins diesel engine has been around since the late 80s, offering a powerful and efficient diesel engine to Dodge Ram pickup trucks. Whether you’re looking at an older model Dodge Ram or a newer Ram, buying a model with a Cummins diesel is well worth considering. Here are a few things you’ll want to …

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The big three pickup truck manufacturers have offered trucks with diesel engines for more than 30 years. But the history of the diesel engine goes back to the 1890s, brought to life by Rudolf Diesel, a French inventor. He was looking for an alternative to the steam engine. It seems like he found it. Over …

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Diesel trucks are awesome, we can all agree on that. But we can also agree that they’re a little more complicated than gasoline vehicles, and that would mean that caring for a diesel motor is crucial. It’s so crucial in fact, that a neglected diesel won’t last more than 300,000 miles, while a diesel truck …

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Whether you’re buying a brand-new diesel truck off the lot or have a used truck, one of the first things people ask is what diesel mods I can make. Maybe you want to power up for one of the diesel truck power events and see how fast it can fly down the dragstrip. Or perhaps …

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Head gaskets often get blamed for engine problems. But that’s often an unfair accusation. The real issues maybe with the installation, including the torque and pattern of cylinder head fasteners and selecting the right gasket thickness for the application. These factors work together to ensure a long-lasting, high-performance diesel cylinder head gasket. Gasket thickness is …

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