Whether you’re hauling equipment to a worksite, pulling a gooseneck loaded with valuable show horses or heading out on a cross-country RV adventure, confident towing depends on your diesel’s towing performance. Not all diesels are built the same — torque curves, cooling performance and longevity under sustained load can change how an engine feels on …
If your diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) light is on, you need to solve this issue as quickly as possible. Your selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system’s warning light helps you recognize and solve potential problems before major damage occurs. Here’s how these systems work and how to solve the problem. What Does the DEF Warning Light …
From cars to planes to power generators, heavy machinery requires fuel. For many machines, this fuel comes in the form of diesel. With the advancement of modern technology, alternative forms of fuel are rapidly spreading throughout the market. One such alternative is biofuel, which takes various forms, such as ethanol and biodiesel. What Are Biodiesel and Diesel? …
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) is essential to your selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system. This fluid converts nitrogen oxides into less harmful gases like nitrogen gas and water vapor, and consists of blended automotive-grade liquid urea (32.5%) and deionized water (67.5%). DEF crystal buildup is one of these systems’ most common — and costly — problems. …
Diesel fuel systems require precise fuel sprays for reliable, consistent combustion — that’s where injector systems come in. These high-pressure systems send regular fuel streams to the engine to keep your vehicle running. The hydraulic electronic unit injector (HEUI) system is a computer-controlled system with a combined high-pressure pump and injector for each engine cylinder. It replaced traditional mechanical injection using …
Regular oil changes are vital to the smooth running and longevity of your truck, but did you know that your diesel engine needs the right kind of oil for optimal performance? With so many options, choosing the best motor oil for diesel engines can be confusing. This diesel engine oil guide helps you choose a …
Your diesel selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system is essential to maintaining your vehicle’s engine and managing emissions. Discover how to prevent diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) crystallization and keep your system clean and performing optimally, with a simple maintenance plan. What Is a Diesel SCR System? A diesel SCR system controls emissions by reducing the volume …
Science-driven, evidence-based fuel additive formulas from Hot Shot’s Secret can improve your fuel’s quality, boost engine performance and protect your vehicle’s components. What Are Diesel Fuel Additives? Fuel additives are formulas designed to improve performance when introduced to your fuel system. Different additives can clean your engine, lubricate your system and increase your gas …
Engine performance is a vital indicator of your vehicle’s health. A timing belt moving at pace, air and fuel combustion happening at just the right time, and pistons rocking back and forth in rhythm are typically good signals that confirm your engine is working as intended. In today’s high-tech landscape, you can achieve even better …