Big Diesel Parts Insights

Your go to resource for everything diesel: expert how-tos, in-depth part breakdowns, troubleshooting tips, and maintenance guides to keep your heavy-duty engines running stronger, longer.

Flexplate vs. Flywheel: What’s Bolted to Your Crank, and Why You Should Care

Contents1 TL;DR (The Short Version)2 Let’s Get Real About the Link Between Your Engine and Transmission3 What is a Flywheel? The Heart and Soul of a Manual Gearbox3.1 Getting Down to Brass Tacks: How a Flywheel Works4 What is a Flexplate? The Automatic’s Answer to the Flywheel4.1 The Skinny on Flexplates5 Head-to-Head: The Nitty-Gritty Comparison5.1 […]

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Illustration of a broken-down yellow semi-truck on the highway with smoke, showing diesel tank contamination and microbial sludge
How to Clean Your Semi-Truck’s Diesel Fuel Tank: The Complete 2025 Guide

TL;DR: A dirty fuel tank in your truck is a direct threat to your engine and your wallet, leading to expensive repairs and significant downtime. This article provides a detailed breakdown of how to identify the problem, how to clean the tank yourself (safely and step-by-step), and when it’s better to trust the job to […]

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Camshaft Wear – Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions

Key Takeaways Contents1 What the Camshaft Does (And Why It Matters)2 Spotting a Bad Camshaft3 Why Cam Lobes Wear Out4 Reading the Damage: Wear Patterns Explained5 Fixing It (And Stopping It from Happening Again)5.1 Prevention Is Priceless6 Frequently Asked Questions What the Camshaft Does (And Why It Matters) Deep in your engine, the camshaft times […]

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