Bruce MallinsonBusinessWhy every owner-operator needs a maintenance accountMost owner-operators don’t have a maintenance account. But they should. Even 10 cents a mile could help save keep you afloat when repairs are needed. Here are some numbers to back up the importance of having a maintenance account.February 2, 2015BusinessLiner protrusion and why it’s criticalLiner protrusion refers to how far the cylinder liner protrudes above the spacer plate on the top of the block. If the liner does not protrude enough, the head gasket can, and will, fail.November 5, 2014EquipmentGaining turbo boost: Start with a new muffler, then look at air intakeInstead of opting for a larger turbo, opt to make you engine run “free,” by allowing better exhaust flow, writes Bruce Mallinson. That’ll then yield better fuel mileage, performance and longevity.March 6, 2014BusinessDamper questions answered: How they fail, why you should replace themPitt Power’s Bruce Mallinson gives pointers as to when and why you should change your engine’s damper.December 27, 2013BusinessA little fuel dilution, soot, blow-by is OKSome fuel dilution after idling, a little soot in your engine and some blow-by are (mostly) normal and not anything you should be worried about, writes Bruce Mallinson.December 9, 2013Page 1 of 1Top StoriesEquipmentThe new EPA 2027 Volvo D13 engine: First lookVolvo's Duane Tegels shows how mods to the D13 meet huge NOx and particulate reductions required by EPA without sacrificing fuel economy or consuming more DEF. Turbo changes, aftertreatment heaters, a whopping 630 engine braking hp ... more details explored here.BusinessSafety ratings for all? DOT launches tech project to rate 'every motor carrier'Pride & Polish'Can't Stop' Pete 389 sports fuel tank subwoofers and an artist's touchRegulationsBrokers want FMCSA to publish list of 'high risk' motor carriersCustom RigsShell Rotella SuperRigs truck show races into Bristol this month
