Best Diagnostic Scan Tools for Heavy-Duty Trucks in 2026
OBD-II covers light vehicles. For class 6-8 trucks you need a heavy-duty platform — here is how to choose between Autel, Snap-on, Diesel Laptops, and OE tools.
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Air Compressor CFM Explained: Matching Your Tools to the Tank
CFM, SCFM, FAD, displacement — the numbers on a compressor spec sheet are easy to misread. Here is the only one that matters and how to size it.
Read guide →Cold Weather Diesel: Glow Plugs, Block Heaters, and Winter Fuel
Cold mornings are the hardest workout your diesel will get all year. Here is how to prep glow plugs, fuel, batteries, and engine heat before the first freeze.
Read guide →Emergency Power Planning: 72-Hour Backup Checklist
The 72-hour window after a major outage is the most critical. Here is a checklist that gets you through it without overspending or overlooking the obvious.
Read guide →Fleet Maintenance Schedule: A Mile-by-Mile Diesel Service Calendar
A common-sense PM schedule for HD diesel fleet trucks — what to do every 5k, 15k, 30k, and 100k miles.
Read guide →How to Set Up a Home Mechanic Workshop on a $5,000 Budget
A real-world breakdown of where the first $5,000 should go when building a home shop — tools, organization, air, lighting, and safety.
Read guide →Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax: Which Heavy-Duty Diesel Lasts Longest?
A field-grounded look at the Big Three diesel engines in modern HD trucks — longevity, maintenance burden, and the parts that fail first.
Read guide →Best 60-Gallon Air Compressors for Pro Shops in 2026
A 60-gallon two-stage compressor at 175 PSI is the sweet spot for serious shops. Here is what to look for, what to skip, and how to size air…
Read guide →What Size Generator Do I Need for My Home? (2026 Sizing Guide)
A practical 5-step framework for sizing a backup generator to the appliances that matter most — including surge wattage, runtime planning, and fuel rotation.
Read guide →Diesel vs Gas Generators: Which Is Right for Your Workshop?
Diesel sets win on fuel economy and longevity; gas sets win on price and weight. Here is a workshop-grounded breakdown of which engine type is right for your…
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