by gemstate | Jan 9, 2020 | Uncategorized
It has felt like winter for a couple of weeks now here in Meridian, Idaho, but as of December 21st, its official. Cooler temperatures and winter weather can lower the gas mileage you get from your diesel pickup and lower the fuel energy content. This happens because... by gemstate | Dec 13, 2019 | Transmission
A new diesel transmission is an expensive investment, and likely not one that you’ve budgeted for. Thankfully, the death of your transmission is not something that sneaks up on you. Your pickup will give you plenty of warning signs that transmission failure is on the... by gemstate | Dec 3, 2019 | Diesel Engine
If you own a diesel-fueled pickup that was manufactured in 2010 or beyond, you are aware that it was built with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) and requires the use of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF). This feature was added to diesel vehicles to make them... by gemstate | Nov 13, 2019 | Diesel Engine
As with any vehicle, if you want your diesel engine to run at its best, you need to have routine preventative maintenance performed on it. Diesel owners like two things, efficiency and power – and without the proper care, a diesel engine can lose both. Here are... by gemstate | Nov 1, 2019 | Diesel Engine
For years it was said that you didn’t need to clean a diesel engine. Over time, as knowledge of proper engine care has increased, we have learned that not cleaning your diesel engine can potentially take time off the life of your vehicle/equipment. It can also lead to... by gemstate | Sep 27, 2019 | Uncategorized
If you have a Diesel pickup and regularly drive long distances, then you want to be as economical as possible when it comes to fuel cost. Today’s diesel-powered vehicles are more complex than ever before. This is due to advancements in technology, increased horsepower... by gemstate | Sep 18, 2019 | Diesel Engine
Overheating of your diesel’s engine is a relatively common and potentially serious problem. Temperature regulation is a critical component that makes your diesel engine and fuel injection system function properly. You don’t want to drive a truck that is overheating... by gemstate | Sep 3, 2019 | Diesel Engine
A diesel engine, which is an internal combustion engine that uses heat to ignite fuel, has an average service life of about 10 years. Diesel engines deliver both power and a high level of performance. But wear and tear over time on the engine components can lead to... by gemstate | Aug 12, 2019 | Car Care
Almost all diesel-powered vehicles built since 2010 require the use of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF). DEF is made from pure urea and de-ionized water, is a non-toxic, colorless, odorless, and non-flammable fluid. DEF is responsible for moderating your vehicle’s emissions... by gemstate | Jul 19, 2019 | Diesel Engine
The fuel injection system is a critical component of every diesel engine. This system pressurizes and injects the fuel into air that has been compressed in the combustion chamber. The functions of a fuel injection system include feeding fuel to the injectors,...
