The fuel injection pump is the heart of the diesel engine. Precisely delivered fuel maintains a rhythm or timing that keeps the engine running smooth. Simultaneously, the pump also controls the amount ...

Diesel engines operate at higher compression ratios than gasoline engines, and fuel is injected under much higher pressure. An injection pump, usually driven by a belt or chain linked to the ...

In this article, we explore why the legendary 6.7-liter Cummins turbo-diesel continues to be known by many as the most ...

The '94-'98 Cummins 5.9L engine has been the mainstay of diesel power in Dodge trucks, and has a reputation as an excellent performer with the ability to make some serious horsepower. One of this ...

Diesel engines lack the spark of gas engines, both literally and figuratively. They don't need a spark plug since they ignite the fuel using only compression, but also lack the 'je ne sais quoi' that ...

The second generation of 5.9L Cummins engine from 1994 to 1998 is one of the most desirable diesel engines – largely used in Dodge Rams — due to their power and durability. This is in part due to the ...

The 6.7L Cummins inline-six diesel has powered pickup trucks for 30+ years, evolving from 5.9L origins to today's 430hp Ram ...

The Ram 2500 diesel is considered a reliable workhorse of a vehicle, but even a truck with such a solid reputation often ...

Diesel engines are known for their reliability, but that's only if proper routine maintenance is provided to the drivetrain to keep it running clean.

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