The lifespan of an SCR
Repair shops struggle as the scarcity of replacement parts are keeping trucks in shops and drivers in waiting rooms. Here at Pittsburgh Power, we are feeling the impact of these...
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Lightweighting & Bad Fuel
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 new trend fleets are...
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Common Rail Fuel Pressure & OPS
When you call us with engine or truck related problems, please help us help you. Know exactly what engine, transmission, and rear gear ratio you have. Also know your cruising...
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Gearing Canadian Kenworth & Differences in Detroit and Cummins Aftertreatment Systems
What were they thinking, maybe the problem is they do not think? A client of ours is purchasing a new W900-L or W990 in the Toronto Canada area, the truck...
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Pittsburgh Power backing will propel Brandon Welch in 2021 Top Fuel debut
We are pleased to announce that for the 2021 season, Pittsburgh Power and Max Mileage will be the lead sponsor for the Beal Racing top fuel dragster on the NHRA...
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Jayden's High Performance Big Cam
What an amazing industry the diesel engine and trucking business is. You never know who is going to call, stop in, what they know and what they are capable of. ...
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Drive What You Like
Drive what you like. Many times I get phone calls from owner-operators asking me what truck they should buy. My answer is “What is your favorite truck, what would be...
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Know Your Engine
Please take 5 minutes today to learn what engine you have. There should be a tag or a plate on the engine that will give you some information about the...
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The Good Ol' Series 60 Detroit
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 know about the fascinating...
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Differential Gear Ratios
Differential gear ratios; there is a lot of confusion in the trucking industry about what is the best gear ratio for pulling power, fuel mileage, and a good cruising speed. ...
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Fast Grandpas & Why You Need a Boost Gauge
For many owner operators the love of performance runs deep in their soul and many times extends into their siblings. Mark Dinslage is one such person, he is 58 years...
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Truck Garage with Living Quarters
Several years ago, I wrote an article stating that if you are a young owner operator, think about building a garage for your truck and other equipment, however, make it...
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Cab Corrosion and DD15 Maintenance
Cab Corrosion: it’s winter again and our part of the country has seen no shortage of snow so far this year. When the season is over, we often find...
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