If you’re looking for new ways to increase efficiency, one thing to keep in mind is the overall weight of the tractor. “Lightweighting” is a popular…
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When you call us with engine or truck related problems, please help us help you by knowing exactly what engine, transmission and rear gear ratio your…
What an amazing industry the diesel engine and trucking business is! You never know who is going to call or stop in, or what they know…
High performance trucks are a keepsake! Chuck Carlson of Western PA owns this beautiful 4300 IHC originally powered with a 400-hp Big Cam III Cummins engine…
Please take five minutes to learn what engine you have. There should be a tag or a plate on the engine that will give you information…
Even though the Detroit Diesel Series 60 was discontinued in 2011, it’s still one of the most common engines for Class 8 trucks. Some may not…
There is a lot of confusion about what is the best differential gear ratio for pulling power, fuel mileage, and a good cruising speed. This article…
For many owner operators the love of performance runs deep in their soul, and oftentimes extends to their siblings. Mark Dinslage is one such person. At…
It’s winter again and our part of the country (Pennsylvania) has seen no shortage of snow so far this year. When the season is over, we…
We here at Pittsburgh Power Inc. often get interesting calls from unique people. Here is a great example. Bill McCammon from Emporia, Kansas, recently called and…
Getting to Know Your Injectors. When it comes to injector cups, tips, sleeves, and tubes, there is some confusion in the industry about what these parts…
Pittsburgh Power and Long Haul Custom Detailing hosted the Victory Road Truck Show on Saturday, October 3. This was our first truck show, and with 97…
Most experienced diesel technicians can use their sense of hearing to diagnose things like a misfire, but do you know a tech who can hear things…
Many owner operators ask us about the difference between a damper and balancer, wondering if they need one or both, and what is the purpose of…
We have talked about auxiliary coolant tanks several times on our radio show. This is a cooling solution only to be used when a larger radiator…