Diesel Repair

Your truck’s alignment is an essential aspect of its reliability and ride quality. From Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, AL, here’s what you should know about the alignment on your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup, from symptoms to keep an eye on, to how it affects your vehicle.

Your brake master cylinder is an integral part of your brake system. When one fails, some odd symptoms may arise, and it may be difficult to diagnose. Here’s some information to help you decide if yours has gone bad. At Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, AL we want you to know what to look out for so that you can be safely on the road.

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.

There are a wide variety of tires available for your diesel truck, no matter what sort of pickup you drive. The climate, the terrain you drive on, and how you drive will determine which tire is best for you. Here’s a short list of common truck tire types.

At Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, we understand how vital solid battery power is to a truck driver. A dead or weak battery isn’t a big deal in a passenger vehicle; in a commercial truck, missed deadlines, incomplete jobs, insufficient equipment, and inconvenient situations are all consequences of a less than adequate battery.

Diesel engines are known for their durability, but even the best engine has to be replaced every once in a while. At Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, AL, we want you to be aware of signs that your engine is about to call it quits.

Once your diesel truck is back on the road, you’ll definitely want to keep it running strong. At Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, AL, we’ve got you covered.

Once you’ve got your new tires installed on your diesel truck, you’ll want to keep them in good shape. Tires aren’t difficult to maintain, and maintaining them correctly will dramatically increase their longevity. Inspection and maintenance are the two key components to making sure they last.

Electrical issues in a vehicle have always been difficult to track down; with the complexity of modern vehicles ever-increasing, sometimes it can seem nearly impossible. Fortunately, at Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, our team of expert technicians is well trained and perfectly equipped to track down and repair even the most evasive issues in your Ford, Dodge, or Chevy diesel pickup.

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 Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, AL, we’re here to help.

Once you’ve settled on an engine, the last thing you want to do is cut corners on the final steps. At Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, AL, we understand the importance of your investment.

Oil changes are integral to the performance, longevity, and reliability of your diesel truck. At Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, our expert mechanics understand the importance of good quality oil, changed at correct intervals, in allowing you to get the most out of your Cummins, Powerstroke, or Duramax diesel.

Whether you drive a Chevy, Dodge, or Ford diesel truck, there are a variety of options out there for a replacement engine. Depending on your truck's worth, it may depend on the type of engine and the amount of money you want to put into it. You can purchase a used, rebuilt, remanufactured, or even new diesel engine to replace your old. At Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, AL, we’re here to help you choose the right one. 

Diesel trucks are known for their incredibly reliable engines. At Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, we know that the key to a reliable engine is good maintenance. In fleet trucks, the difference between a truck that lasts a million miles and a truck that needs new engine hinges on how well it has been maintained.

Vacuum pressure plays a critical role in keeping your engine running smooth, and performing it’s best. From Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, AL, here’s some info on vacuum pressure, why you need it, and how to tell if you’ve got a vacuum leak.

Leaks and drips that get the interior of your vehicle wet are definitely an inconvenience. Sitting water promotes rust, bad smells, and can ruin your carpet. Furthermore, the water often seems to come from seemingly nowhere, adding to the frustration. From Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, AL, here are some of the leading causes of water on your floor, and what you can do about it.

Whether you drive a Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup, maintenance and repair performed the correct way is a huge part of keeping you on the road. At Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, AL, we use ASE certified technicians to make sure you get the best service in the industry.

Whether you drive a Duramax, Cummins, or Powerstroke diesel pickup, you have an exhaust system that is prone to failure. When you have a leak that needs attention, Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, AL can help.

Performance chip installation is one of the perks of diesel truck ownership. At Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, our mechanics can professionally tune and install a chip for any application, whether you drive a Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax, or otherwise.

If your brake lights are giving you trouble, it’s something you want to get fixed. It’s a safety hazard, and you might also get a ticket out of it. Why aren’t they working, and what can you do about it? Andrew's Diesel, Heavy Equipment, Auto & Tire in Spanish Fort, AL has the answers.