Diesel Trucks

  • Engine Options for Your Diesel

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    The engine in your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup is the heart and soul of your truck. At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS, we repair, rebuild, and replace engines with quality parts and builds, keeping your truck on the road for years to come.

  • Exhaust For Diesel Trucks

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    We know how important a good exhaust setup is on a diesel truck. Whether you’re powered by a Cummins, a Duramax, a Powerstroke, or something else, your exhaust plays a major role in performance, engine sound, and even aesthetics. At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS, our professional mechanics have the equipment, knowledge, and ability necessary to get your exhaust in shape.

  • Fleet Diesel Trucks - Replace or Repower?

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    At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS, maintaining your fleet and keeping your business reliably on the road is our primary focus. As trucks wear out, and they always do, you will inevitably be faced with this dilemma - “Should I fix this truck, or replace it with a new one?” This isn’t always an easy question to answer. As your fleet specialists, our team here at Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc is here to help you decide.

  • Fuel Contamination - How It Happens, and What to Do About It

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    Is your diesel having issues starting up? Do you hear a knocking noise? Is there blue colored smoke coming from your engine? Don't ingore the signs, those could all be signs of engine failure. One of the leading issues that lead to diesel engine failure is fuel contamination. Fuel contamination comes in different forms, but always has the same result - engine trouble and fuel system failures. Here’s what you need to know about fuel contamination with diesel trucks, from Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS.

  • Fuel Flushing & Servicing Your Diesel

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    The fuel system is an integral aspect of any combustion engine, but it’s particularly important on diesel trucks. Your Ford, Dodge, or Chevrolet pickup requires a perfectly functioning fuel system, devoid of buildup, leaks, and debris, to provide you with the most powerful and efficient engine performance possible. At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, we understand that fuel system flushing is an essential process in maintaining a properly functioning engine.

  • Fuel Flushing And Servicing On Your Diesel Truck

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    The fuel system is an integral aspect of any combustion engine, but it’s particularly important on diesel trucks. Your Ford, Dodge, or Chevrolet pickup requires a perfectly functioning fuel system, devoid of buildup, leaks, and debris, to provide you with the most powerful and efficient engine performance possible. At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, we understand that fuel system flushing is an essential process in maintaining a properly functioning engine.

  • Getting the Most Out of Your Diesel

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    Performance chip installation is one of the perks of diesel truck ownership. At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS, our mechanics can professionally tune and install a chip for any application, whether you drive a Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax, or otherwise.

  • Glow Plugs and Your Diesel Engine

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    Glow Plugs are an essential component of your diesel engine. However, a faulty glow plug can go unnoticed or be neglected for quite some time; your truck will still start and run, so it’s an easy issue to overlook. At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, we want you to know what to look for, and why you should be concerned with a bad glow plug.

  • How Do Diesel Systems Work & What Maintenance Do They Need

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    No matter what type of fleet vehicles or commercial trucks you maintain, the fuel system on your diesel is an integral part of keeping you on the road. Gas systems are pretty simple - there’s basically just a pump that pushes gasoline to the injectors. Diesels are a bit more complicated.

  • How Does A Turbocharger Work?

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    Every year, more and more trucks come equipped with turbochargers. What was once a novelty or a performance option has become increasingly common as stock equipment. What are they for, and how do they work? Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS is here to help.

  • How To Increase Your Performance When Taking Your Diesel Off-Road Or Towing!

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    Is your diesel used for off-roading or towing? Are you looking for an increase in performance for your Cummins, Powerstroke, or Duramax truck? If so, a billet torque converter may be an option you’d like to consider. Here’s what you need to know about billet torque converters, from Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS.

  • How To Keep Your Diesel From Breaking Down.

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    Chevrolet, Ford and Ram diesel pickups are well-built machines. Still, sometimes they break down. Here’s what you can do to prevent that from happening and reduce the cost of a more expensive repair. At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS our diesel customers are important to us and we want your diesel to last you.

  • How to Maintain Your Engine

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    The fuel system is an integral aspect of any combustion engine, but it’s particularly important on diesel trucks. Your Ford, Dodge, or Chevrolet pickup requires a perfectly functioning fuel system, devoid of buildup, leaks, and debris, to provide you with the most powerful and efficient engine performance possible. At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS, we understand that fuel system flushing is an essential process in maintaining a properly functioning engine.

  • Hydraulically Actuated Electronic Unit Injection (HEUI) Systems - How it Works

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    What is an HEUI System you may ask? When it was first introduced, HEUI systems revolutionized diesel technology in groundbreaking ways. Though other technologies have taken the forefront since its development, HEUI systems are still extremely common throughout the diesel industry. From our team here at Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS, here’s a quick look at how these systems work, and what the advantages are of having one.

  • If You Have To Turn The Key More Than Once - You Might Have A Problem

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    At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS, our priority is keeping your Dodge, Chevy, or Ford truck reliably on the road. A major aspect of that is catching small issues before they become bigger ones.

  • Increase Your Performance When Off-Road Or Towing!

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    Is your diesel used for off-roading or towing? Are you looking for an increase in performance for your Cummins, Powerstroke, or Duramax truck? If so, a billet torque converter may be an option you’d like to consider. Here’s what you need to know about billet torque converters, from Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS.

  • Injector Solutions Every Diesel Owner Needs To Know

    Injectors are a primary component on any diesel engine, old or new. Whether you drive a Chevrolet, Ford, or Dodge pickup, clean and fully operational injectors are an absolutely essential aspect of maintaining an efficient and powerful engine. At Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS, we offer a variety of injector solutions, from cleaning them, to diagnosing problematic injectors, to replacing them.

  • Is Diesel Right For You?

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    The automotive market is always fast-changing, and leaps and bounds have been made in the past couple of decades concerning both diesel and gasoline engines. With gasoline-powered trucks achieving more power than ever, purchase costs being lower, and fuel costs at an all-time low, many fleets are switching over to gasoline-powered fleets. However, diesel still offers some distinct advantages - it really depends on what you're looking for for your fleet of vehicles. Here are some points to consider, from Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS.

  • Is It Okay to Idle A Diesel?

    You’ve likely heard that diesel engines are ok to idle indefinitely, and that it’s even good for them. Where does this logic come from, and is it true? Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS has the answers.

  • Is It Time to Buy New, or Fix What You Have?

    Whether you drive a Chevrolet, Ford, or Dodge diesel pickup, there will come a day when it’s time to ask the question - has the time come to get a new truck? Dale and Ron's Auto Service Inc in Lawrence, KS is here to help you decide.

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