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featured Diesel Engine 101: Getting to Know the Basics

Diesel engines are the most common type of combustion engine used in cars, boats, and trucks. They are used for generating electricity, as well as providing propulsion. They are also used for industrial applications, as well as in trains, such as locomotives. The diesel engine was invented by Rudolf Diesel. The diesel engine, in fact, a compression-ignition engine (CI engine), is one...

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HUGE NEW DIESEL SHOP - Diesel Podcast Q&A with Cass

Cass joins us today to talk about their new location! Choate Engineering Performance just moved into a huge facility that’s going to allow more engines, parts and trucks to be serviced. A podcast listener requested this episode and wanted to know, what was the move like? What challenges come along with business growth? Give a listen! Looking to be more involved in...

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6.0 powerstroke trouble? AND! 6.7 powerstroke issues?

Is your #Powerstroke or #Duramax having issues? Is your #Cummins rolling too much coal? Maybe you're tired of dealing with fly by night mechanics who wont give you straight answers. In this episode of 'Questions and Answers with Cass' , get some straight talk and some direct answers to your biggest worries. He is a well known genius when it comes to...

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Why you DONT Trust NEW Thrust Bearings!

We ran across a new bearing issue building a new engine! This could have caused catastrophic failure in the engine if this wasn't caught by our quality control. Let US do you machine work for you if you're going to build an engine the right way !!

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MaxxForce 7 pistons, 6.4 Powerstroke Rebuild, Crankshaft Journals, Bed Plate Sealer?

On this episode of Questions with Cass we had a few guys from instagram and Facebook ask questions about their Duramax, 6.4s and machining questions for diesels and their blocks AND MORE! We Also talk about the importance of our Delipped Coated and Flycut Pistons as well which can be found on our website below.

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Diesel Engine Bearing Failure

We are discussing the Roational Assembly failures. A failed connecting rod is easy to discover, but what about: 1. Bearings Issues 2.Clearances Issues 2. Crankshaft Issues Is it Installation errors? Be careful when building your building your own engine. If you do this is a MUST LISTEN! You can find all the products in the website listed.

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