Exhaust from a diesel engine can be harmful to the environment and human health. So, to make the exhaust cleaner, manufacturers started adding an aftertreatment system to their trucks in 2007. This includes a Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) and Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).
A valve adjustment (sometimes also called an overhead) is vital to the health of your diesel engine to ensure proper combustion. This is often an overlooked task for proper engine maintenance; however, neglecting your valves could lead to a lot of unwanted hassles like loss of power and decreased fuel efficiency. Keeping a close eye on the valve lash can alert you to a problem before it leads to hefty repair costs for your diesel engine and a lot of unplanned downtime.
PACCAR is always pushing commercial truck technology forward. The latest advancement PACCAR has made is the introduction of a new automated transmission. There will be multiple Peterbilt models offering the new PACCAR transmission. Read the rest of this entry
2017 brought with it upgrades to two of the top engines in the PACCAR lineup; the PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 engines. Several upgrades have led to increased performance ratings.
The PACCAR MX-13 and MX-11 engines are designed to deliver optimum performance, durability, fuel economy, and the lowest total cost of ownership for our customers.” – Landon Sproull, PACCAR vice president.
The output of the PACCAR MX-11 engine has been increased to 430 horsepower and 1,650 pound-feet of torque, with the lower end power rated at 335 horsepower and 1,150 pound-feet of torque. The new PACCAR MX-13 engine now checks in at 510 horsepower and 1,850 pound-feet of torque. Both engines deliver peak torque at 900 RPM.
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PACCAR’s lineup of engines are designed to be rugged and durable. Both MX engines have been designed to offer an industry-leading B10 life of one million miles. 90 percent of the engines PACCAR builds are expected to reach one million miles before needing a major overhaul.
The MX engines offer several features that are designed to improve performance and fuel economy. The 2017 MX-11 and MX-13 offer a new new single cylinder air compressor, variable displacement oil pump. and variable speed coolant pump. These features help improve fuel economy over previous models.
Other new features and upgrades include:
You can find many Peterbilt models equipped with PACCAR engines at all of Allstate Peterbilt Group’s locations. You can also view our entire selection of new and used trucks online.
By Tom Wentworth
General Sales Manager
Allstate Peterbilt Group
Have you ever thought it would have been nice to have a “do over” on how you planned for 2007 and the first DPF trucks required by the EPA? If so, Greenhouse Gas Phase 2 may provide you with your chance. By the time you read this president Obama will most likely have signed the latest emission reduction proposal into law. It may be worth a quick google search of the topic which will provide you with dozens of articles detailing the new requirements. Read the rest of this entry
