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Maintain Tires for Increased Performance

At Banghart Diesel & Performance we are all about helping you protect the investment of your diesel vehicle and achieve optimal performance. Among the simplest ways we help our customers maintain a high level of performance is with proper tire care.

Tire maintenance not only extends the life of your tires but provides greater efficiency for your diesel vehicle. Here are a few tips from our Omaha and Lincoln diesel performance technicians to help maintain optimal performance.

Check Tire Pressure. Underinflated tires leads to excess heat, uneven wear and decreased braking and handling capabilities. This may lead to structural failures like blowouts and tread separation. Properly inflated tires will maximize tread life, improve handling, and increase fuel efficiency and overall driver safety.

Rotate. Check your owner’s manual for recommended rotation patterns. When followed routinely, tire rotation enhances front-to-rear and side-to-side tire wear.

Replace in sets. When new tires are needed, two new tires should be installed on the rear of a vehicle, and the partially worn tires should be moved to the front of the vehicle. Adding only one new tire can cause vehicle handling issues.

Checking tires every month takes just a few minutes. Committing to regularly checking in for tire maintenance will increase the life of your tires, increase the life of your vehicle and increase fuel economy.

Visit our diesel performance shop for tire services or call 402.443.5385 with any questions regarding diesel performance. We’re happy and ready to help.

Posted on Author Banghart Diesel and Performance Categories Diesel Performance Omaha

Routine Maintenance for Diesel Engines

Whether a diesel vehicle is used for pushing, pulling or carrying loads, diesel engine performance is best achieved with regular maintenance. Routine care will make any enhancement to a diesel vehicle more effective and efficient, as well as increase the life of the engine. So, for optimal diesel performance, check…

Air Filters: Air filters should be regularly inspected and changed as-needed. The air filter collects debris and dirt, and when not replaced can lead to engine damage and impact diesel engine performance.

Oil: Consult with our diesel performance technicians on how often your vehicle needs an oil change. Usually, we recommend an oil change around every 5K miles.

Fuel Filter: Every 10 to 15K miles a routine maintenance visit should be scheduled with a diesel performance technician, where both primary and secondary fuel filters should be replaced.

For a Clean Engine: A clean engine is important for preservation and performance. Allowing dirt and grime to rest on a diesel engine’s components will decrease the life of a vehicle. Check for clean fuel, clean oil and clean air.

Call our diesel performance shop to discuss a routine maintenance plan, or to discuss our recommendations for extending the life of your diesel engine. Committing to caring for a diesel engine is committing to extend the life of your investment.

Posted on Author Banghart Diesel and Performance Categories Diesel Performance Omaha

Water-Methanol Injections for Increase Fuel Economy and Lower Emissions

Diesel performance is often sought after with new expertise and innovation. While technologies are always changing, many of our best diesel performance tricks are decades old.

If on a search for increased fuel economy and lower emissions, diesel truck owners may want to consider a water/methanol injection. A combination of water and methanol is sprayed into the intake of the engine. As the liquid enters the intake it absorbs heats and travels with the air, entering the cylinder, continuing to absorb heat energy. As the piston compresses the mixture and the liquid absorbs more heat energy, the liquid becomes gas when the fuel is injected into the cylinder and ignited. Therefore, more power is developed with the same amount of diesel fuel.

Resulting in high combustion efficiency; water/methanol injections achieve increased fuel economy and lower emissions – as mentioned above – as well as less regens and a cleaner running truck. The diesel fuel being burned after a water methanol injection is burned during combustion and will not leave the exhaust pipe as black smoke. The water-methanol steam also cleans the manifold/valves/combustion chamber for a clean running diesel free of carbon build up.

At Banghart Diesel and Performance, our diesel performance technicians can advise on increasing performance with water/methanol injection, and can make recommendations based on a truck’s make, model and use (work/competition). Give us a call today and see how our technicians can help!

Posted on Author Banghart Diesel and Performance Categories Diesel Performance Omaha

Diesel Engine Coolant Maintenance for Optimal Performance

When it comes to preventative maintenance for a diesel truck, one of the most overlooked items is the coolant system. The condition of coolant affects engine longevity and is, in fact, just as important as an oil change.

Using proper engine coolant is critical for diesel engine performance. Our Omaha diesel performance technicians can help prevent long-term engine issues by recommending the appropriate coolant and following a regular routine maintenance schedule. Proper coolant ensures proper flow and protects internal components from corrosion.

Diesel engines can suffer from corrosion/cavitation when coolant isn’t maintained properly. Cavitation has been an issue in diesel engines for years, but thanks to Supplemental Coolant Additives (SCAs) it creates a protective barrier to protect the cylinder liner. The levels in the cooling system need to be monitored on a regular basis for optimal diesel performance.

Each diesel engine is different, and based on manufacturer build and maintenance recommendations require different maintenance strategies. Based on a variety of variables – like dry liners, coolant system filters, antifreeze – our Omaha diesel performance can assess your vehicle’s coolant for the longevity of your diesel engine and the performance of your diesel truck.

Posted on Author Banghart Diesel and Performance Categories Diesel Performance Omaha

Reasons to Consider a Diesel Truck

Whether a diesel truck is used for work or play, at Banghart Diesel & Performance our passion is to service, build and maintain efficient and effective diesel trucks for every use. Too often diesel trucks are marked for leaving trails of smoke or for its loud engine – but these are things of the past.

There are many reasons to consider a diesel truck, for both hard work and hard play. In fact, diesel engines are as efficient (if not more efficient) than gas engines. And our Omaha diesel performance technicians would argue there are many other benefits to a diesel engine.

Diesel trucks are more powerful, more fuel efficient and more durable.

Power: Diesel engines can efficiently provide much more power and torque than gas engines. This excess power makes diesel trucks the optimal choice for heavy-duty towing.

Efficiency: Diesel will cost you less, as it takes more gas to power an engine than it does diesel. Diesel trucks will use less fuel when idle, and even though most diesel trucks are heavier than their gas counterparts, they often get better miles per gallon.

Durability: A diesel truck holds it value better than a gas truck. However, a diesel trucks performance and longevity comes with a price. Diesel performance parts do cost more than that of a gas truck – but the value lasts.

Our diesel performance technicians service Lincoln and Omaha with confidence that diesel trucks provide value. And with proper maintenance and guidance from the pros, a diesel truck can provide power, efficiency and value for years to come.

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Banghart Diesel & Performance Now Authorized by Ford

Banghart Diesel & Performance is recognized for its expert diesel performance repair and diesel performance parts in Omaha and Lincoln. Not only is Banghart Diesel recognized locally, but it has been recently named a factory authorized member of the Motorcraft Professional Service Network and Power Stroke Pride.

With this authorization, diesel performance technicians can provide the highest quality parts and service for Ford Power Stroke Diesel Trucks. The Power Stroke Diesel journey began for Ford over 30 years ago, in pursuit of a whole new level of durability, power, torque and capabilities for Ford pickups. Since its inception, diesel performance technology has come a long way. With new built-from-scratch, fuel efficient engines that include new, innovative technologies – Ford Power Stroke uses some of the best technology in the industry.

Continued education, technical information and official diesel performance parts are also now offered to Banghart Diesel & Performance as part of this authorization.

It’s our privilege to service Omaha and Lincoln diesel performance customers as a member of the Motorcraft Professional Service Network and Power Stroke Pride. This authorizing, partnered with our fast turnaround time, extensive parts inventory and excellent service help make this diesel performance shop the best around.