Every year around February or March, Pittsburgh Power hosts what we call the Annual Owner Operator Snowmobile Conference. This conference is usually held in a snowy…
Author: Bruce C. Mallinson
When the emission system is working correctly, removing it is unnecessary. If the shop you are using cannot repair the emissions, find an intelligent shop that…
Years ago, when the Big Cam Cummins engine was in 74% of all trucks sold in North America, we at Pittsburgh Power developed 42 items to…
VOLVO PROBLEMS SOLVED. Did I hear someone say a Volvo with a Volvo engine never breaks down? Well, guess what? We recently had a Volvo powered…
A common question about trucks equipped with the Detroit Series 60 engine is why their mechanical boost gauge doesn’t match their electronic boost gauge. Or, more…
It goes without saying that trucks have increased in complexity over the years. We went from engines with a handful of wires to what manufacturers call…
A 2002 Peterbilt 379 day cab was recently brought to us with a vibration complaint. This 379 had a Caterpillar C12 engine and 13-speed Eaton transmission…
Congratulations to 10-4 Magazine for producing one of the best magazines that caters to the owner operator segment of trucking for the past 30 years. We…
In the ever dynamic world of the diesel truck industry, knowledge and experience are the lifeblood of progress and innovation. Recognizing the invaluable insights offered and…
Keeping your diesel particulate filter (DPF) clean and operating properly is paramount to your truck’s performance and longevity. My name is Steve Shurina and I work…
Vibrations can be the death of your truck and wear out your body two hours faster per day. Torsional dampers are often referred to as harmonic…
Vibrations can be challenging to troubleshoot. Without sophisticated equipment, the diagnostic procedure is to change parts until the vibrations cease. This is how most shops attempt…
Heavy-duty trucks play a vital role in our everyday lives. These trucks are designed to carry large payloads and travel long distances, making them an essential…
Max Mileage fuel-borne catalyst is a type of chemical additive that is added to diesel fuel to improve fuel efficiency and help reduce emissions. The purpose…
Now that winter has arrived, we receive occasional calls about whether or not a winter front should be installed. You sometimes see them on trucks when…