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An O/O Viewpoint of Bruce Mallinson’s Snow Mobile Conference
The snowmobile conference was so much more than I could’ve imagined. I’ve heard it mentioned several times in years past. And have always hoped to go someday. Sledding has always looked like so much fun. And this year, it just happened. I didn’... -
Quit The Insanity; Stop Deleting Your Diesel Engines
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 understands the system. DPF alternatives have the best process for cleaning the DPF filter... -
High Performance Diesel Engines
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 improve the power, longevity, and fuel mileage of this wonderful engine. We really knew this engine well and still... -
High Performance Diesel Engines
Did I hear someone say a Volvo with a Volvo engine never breaks down? Well, guess what? We have a Volvo powered by Volvo in our shop for vibration issues. Our team of electrical engineers installed our vibration-analyzing equipment on the truck while... -
Converting Analog to Digital – How ECM’s Read Sensors
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 why does my mechanical boost gauge read 40 psi of boost, but my electronic gauge only reads... -
Twisted Pair Wiring
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 "systems," not engines. Two main complaints I hear with new trucks are the aftertreatment and all ... -
Vibration Analysis
A 2002 Peterbilt 379 day cab was brought to us with a vibration complaint. This 379 has a Caterpillar C12 engine 13-speed Eaton transmission and is operated at a local landscape company. The customer stated they can feel the vibration in all gears an... -
High Performance Diesel Engines
I always wondered why Kenworth never made the cab of their great trucks about 6" longer so taller people would have room for their legs. Recently I had the opportunity to meet Mike McWilliams from Bakersfield, Ca. He is now 56 years old, and in his y... -
High Performance Diesel Engines
In the dynamic world of the diesel truck industry, knowledge and experience are the lifeblood of progress and innovation. Recognizing the invaluable insights possessed by its passionate customers and media subscribers, Pittsburgh Power has taken a un... -
DPFs & Max Mileage
During my initial experience with DPF cleaning, I encountered some filters that had a pinkish tint. Various factors could contribute to this occurrence. However, I discovered that the most common reason was the use of a product called Max Mileage. In... -
High Performance Diesel Engines
Vibrations can be the death of your truck and wear out your body 2 hours faster per day. Torsional Dampers are many times referred to as Harmonic Balancers; that is NOT the correct term, it’s a Torsional Damper. This damper is a critical part o... -
High Performance Diesel Engines
Fuel Mileage, most calls I get about poor fuel mileage result from a truck that is not set up correctly and requires 18 to 22 pounds of turbo boost to pull the load on level terrain. There are many causes of high turbo boost on the level. Driving too... -
The Importance Of Aftertreatment
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 component of the transportation sector. However, these trucks also significantly impact t... -
What's Fuel Catalyst?
Max Mileage fuel-borne catalyst is a type of chemical additive that is added to diesel fuel to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The purpose of these catalysts is to improve combustion and reduce friction within the engine, resulting in i... -
Winter Fronts And S60 Stutter Issues
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 driving down the highway. It makes people think that they are not doing all they can for their tru... -
See The Difference!
Since opening up the doors to our DPF Alternatives facility, we have restored hundreds of Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF) and Diesel Oxidation Catalyst Filters (DOC) to up to 99% of their OEM specification. This is done using a combination of air-kn... -
The Addiction of Movement
The Art of The Ride, The Thrill of the Throttle, The Love of Movement, The Thrill of Acceleration while going uphill ! I know my mind can work in strange ways; however, this is what I feel especially after being at a motorcycle rally and riding ... -
High Performance Diesel Engines
Why can transmission and differential oils stay clean for 250,000 miles or longer and not the engine oil? What makes engine oil dirty is the combustion of fuel with oxygen. There are two items that wear out the engine, not counting driver abuse.�... -
BeeSeen
Fellow drivers, do you have a problem with taillights covering up with snow and ice? Me too until now. My name is Tom Chupp. I invented a light Patent #10099658 and started the company BeeSeen Technology. How many hours have you spent waiting for wre... -
Out With the Old
If you have been listening to The Power Hour - With Kevin Rutherford of late, you will have heard talk of our chassis dyno getting ready to have a bit of a facelift. Well, the time has come, and the old girl is about to be bigger and better than ever...