You have determined your Cummins, Duramax, or Powerstroke engine needs to be replaced. You might be on the fence about whether you should replace the engine in your diesel, or just get a new truck. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we’re here to help.
U-joints are a small, simple component - in fact, they have changed much since the very first automobiles. However, on any vehicle with a driveshaft, its ability to move depends entirely on the u-joint being there. You’ll often hear “maybe it’s the u-joints” as a solution offered for problems with a vehicle - but what are they, what do they do, and how do you know if yours is bad? Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ has the answers.
Sometimes a bad wheel bearing is obvious, sometimes it’s difficult to diagnose. From Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, here are some symptoms to watch out for, and what to do about a bad wheel bearing.
What condition are your tires in? At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we want to make sure you can tell. A simple visual inspection is all you need - it’s easy if you know what to look for.
Keeping your fuel system maintained will prevent premature parts failure and poor running conditions. Here at Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto we have tips on the important aspects of diesel fuel system maintenance, to keep your diesel fleet trucks running smoothly - longer.
Air. Air in the system causes all kinds of issues, from hard starting, poor running conditions, or an engine that won’t run at all. If too much air gets in the system, the fuel pump won’t be able to deliver fuel, and the engine will stall, die, or fail to start. Air enters the system via a leak or a bad seal - a deteriorated o-ring, worn component, faulty hose, or otherwise. Here we inspect your lines and connections to ensure they are in good shape and track down any leaks we notice air in the system.
Diesel engines are known for their durability, but even the best engine has to be replaced every once in a while. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we want you to be aware of signs that your engine is about to call it quits.
If you drive a lightweight car, truck, or SUV, the torque converter you have installed is probably just fine. For those of you with more heavy duty applications, like high horsepower setups or towing rigs, the stock converter may not be enough. At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we can help with that.
Your alternator is a central component on any engine. The alternator is responsible for powering anything electronic on your vehicle, including the coils that fire your spark plugs (unless it’s a diesel). At Kermit’s Certified Transmission & Auto in Kingman, AZ, we know a bad alternator when we see one - here’s how you can spot one too.
