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IPD Friction Welded Pistons for Caterpillar C27 Engines

IPD has announced the availability of the latest friction welded design pistons for Caterpillar C27 engine applications. IPD Steel friction welded pistons for C27 are the most up-to-date design and are superior to older 1-piece versions.

Caterpillar, Argonne Undertake Cooperative Virtual Engine Design

Internal combustion engines are poised for dramatic breakthroughs in improving efficiency with lower emissions, thanks in part to low-temperature combustion regimes. Such regimes show great efficiency and emissions potential, but they present optimization and control challenges that must be addressed before they enter the engine mainstream. Caterpillar Inc., in Peoria, IL, turned to U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne

Brief Overview of Caterpillar C7 Engines

This popular engine can often be found in on-highway trucks, and also in off-highway applications such as loaders, skidders, excavators, motor graders, and industrial and marine units. It is actually a 7.2 liter (439 cid) engine with a 4.33? bore (110mm) and 5.0? stroke (127mm). Note: This engine was also covered in more detail in

Understanding and Profiting From the Caterpillar C7

I believe society naturally directs the outcome of its environment: if someone manages a quality independent automotive repair shop, they will always be looking for ways to increase their education and specialty tools as technology changes. In order to take care of their customers when the warranty runs out and they no longer visit the

Caterpillar Announces New Parts Distribution Center in Mexico

Caterpillar Logistics Inc.(Cat Logistics), a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc., has announced further enhancements to its parts distribution network with the addition of a new parts distribution center in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. The 500,000-square-foot facility will employ up to 150 people and is expected to be operational mid-2013. The capital city, San Luis

Caterpillar Piston Manufacturers’ Casting Numbers vs. Part Numbers

Depending on the manufacturer, one piston casting could be used formore than one final part number. Example: 1073565 casting being machined into a 1073565 (piston withone valve relief) or into a 1654262 (piston with two valve reliefs) Examples of another manufacturer’s casting numbers recorded that are also active part numbers are: • 7E7600 (3400 series)

IPD Announces Launch of New Parts for Caterpillar C10, 3176C Engines

IPD has announced the launch of 18 new repair parts for Caterpillar C10 and 3176C engine applications, including in-frame overhaul kits, piston and liner assemblies, and other engine components. “IPD is pleased to announce the availability of C10 and 3176C engine components, in addition to our recent announcement of parts for C9 engines,” said Egan

Caterpillar 3508, 3512 and 3516 Engine Updates

This series of engines fall into various models that each include their own updates, those models are:   3500A / 3500B / 3500C     One of the most significant changes in the diesel applications was in the method of fuel delivery systems from:   Mechanical Unit Injection (MUI)   To    Electronic Unit Injection (EUI)

Caterpillar, Navistar Announce Global Joint Venture for Commercial Trucks

As the next stepin the alliance announced in June 2008, Caterpillar Inc. and NavistarInternational  have signed a definitive agreement to produceCaterpillar heavy-duty vocational trucks for sale in North America andform a 50/50 joint venture that will pursue global commercial truckopportunities outside of North America. "This joint venture leverages the complementary strengths of two greatcompanies to

K-Line Signs Service Tool Agreement with Caterpillar

K-Line Industries Inc, located in Holland, MI, says it has signed a multi-year agreement with Caterpillar, Inc. of Peoria, IL. K-Line will provide engineering and manufacturing services for the design and manufacture of special service tools used by Caterpillar Dealers to service Caterpillar equipment. K-Line has been a supplier to Caterpillar for over 30 years.

Tenneco to Produce Diesel Engine Aftertreatment Systems for Caterpillar

Tenneco has become a globaldiesel emission control system integration supplier to Caterpillar,which makes construction and mining equipment, as well as dieselengines. In this role, Tenneco will work with Caterpillar to developand produce diesel engine aftertreatment systems for Caterpillarengines. These aftertreatment systems, along with Caterpillar’s leadingengine emissions reduction technology, will be used globally to meetstricter diesel

Caterpillar and Navistar to Pursue Strategic Alliance on Engine Technologies

CaterpillarInc. and Navistar International Corp. announced that they have signed aMemorandum of Understanding (MOU) to pursue global on-highway truckbusiness opportunities and cooperate on a variety of engine platforms.The two companies intend to focus on global truck opportunities,including North American severe service construction trucks, as well astechnology development for engines worldwide. "We are pleased to be

Cylinder head stress plate for Caterpillar 3126 diesel engines.

Engine Builders: The AERA Technical Committee offers the following information regarding a revised cylinder head stress plate for Caterpillar 3126 diesel engines. Previously AERA published Technical Bulletin 1561 concerning a stress plate for this engine. The previously made plates covered a single cylinder and required multiple relocations of the plate to bore/hone all six cylinders.

Diesel Daydreams at R&R Engine and Machine

We’ve know R&R Engine and Machine owner Bryan Menke for quite some time. He’s just down the road from our HQ in Akron, OH, so we recently stopped in to see what was new at the shop, which specializes in light, medium and heavy-duty diesel engine work. There’s literally nothing R&R can’t handle, so check

Rebuilt 4B Cummins Engine

R&R Engine and Machine is a quality engine rebuilding shop right in our backyard of Akron, OH! They work on all kinds of engine platforms, but Cummins is one of their specialities. They recently rebuilt this 4B Cummins that came out of a wood chipper.

IPD Announces Relocation of Headquarters to Carson, CA

IPD (Industrial Parts Depot, LLC), is thrilled to announce the relocation of its headquarters to a new state-of-the-art facility in Carson, CA. This momentous move marks the first time IPD has ever transitioned to a new location since its establishment in 1955, signifying a historic milestone for the company. The new headquarters, situated at 1550 Charles

Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines, Equipment and Replacement Parts

Relying on OE manufacturers like Caterpillar, Cummins, Detroit Diesel and Waukesha has always been an option, but diesel equipment owners are now more than ever seeking the aftermarket as a more viable solution for replacement parts.

4,000-HP Compound Turbo C15 Engine

It’s not everyday you see a semi truck capable of going over 120 mph in the 1/4-mile. Mario Monette spent years making his semi one of the fastest out there, thanks to a compound turbo C15 engine with 4,000 horsepower on hand! Diesel of the Week is brought to you by  @AMSOIL INC. 

NASCAR Technical Institute Celebrates 20 Years of Skilled Trades Training

Universal Technical Institute’s Mooresville campus, NASCAR Technical Institute, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this month.

Shop Solutions June 2022

I needed a narrow grooving tool to quickly clean carbon from piston ring grooves for an engine restoration project. All the usual grooving tools were too wide.