Category: Diesel Engine

Ford 6.4 Diesel Oil Filter Upgrade: Dieselcraft OC‑25 Reusable Solution

I did a lot of research on bypass filtration, and I never knew anything about centrifuges until recently.  They are way better than “filter element” kits, and Dieselcraft has the most competitively priced system (You could try to piece one together from another source but you will end up paying way more).  This kit is… Read more »

Clogged Fuel Filters? Here’s Why They Don’t Solve the Problem

What is the problem, it is not algae sludge. A lot of people wee fooled for a long time. Relatively clear fuel but clogged filters after 2,000 mile in a Class 8 Truck. The problem was constant filter clogging with a black colored material. Generally if it is a fuel tank with a black film… Read more »

Diesel Fuel Quality: Prevent Engine Damage from Water & Contamination

Modern diesel engines are more powerful and efficient than ever—but fuel quality has not kept pace. Water, microbial contamination, and natural fuel degradation are major causes of engine failure. Water ContaminationEven small amounts of water in diesel can crack injectors, corrode fuel lines, and reduce combustion efficiency. Sources include biodiesel blends, condensation, rain, and poorly… Read more »

Oil filters do not work to save your engine.

Regular oil changes are one of the most widely accepted rules of engine maintenance. Most equipment owners, fleet managers, and operators understand that clean oil is critical to engine life. But while oil itself gets plenty of attention, oil filters are often an afterthought—usually chosen by brand name or lowest price. Oil filters are designed… Read more »