Essential Diesel Engine Parts for Heavy Duty Truck Maintenance
Heavy-duty trucks demand consistent performance, and maintaining efficiency depends on using quality diesel engine parts and heavy duty truck parts. Backed by trusted manufacturers such as PAI Industries, the right OEM replacement parts help reduce downtime and keep fleets moving. Below is a selection of commercial truck parts for multiple brands, including Detroit Diesel, Caterpillar, Cummins, Volvo, Mack, and more.Technical Guidance
Every power unit relies on systems that must work in sync:• Cooling & lubrication: water pumps, oil coolers, and gaskets are critical replacement engine parts that control temperature and oil flow.
• Air & exhaust: turbos, EGR tubes, and sealing components maintain airflow and emissions control.
• Fuel & sensors: high-pressure lines, injectors, and pressure/NOx sensors stabilize combustion.
• Rotating assemblies: pistons, rings, and bearings protect clearances and prevent metal-to-metal contact.
Best practices: match the exact OEM number, replace seals and O-rings when opening a circuit, torque hardware in sequence, renew wear pairs (bearings with journals, belts with tensioners), and record part numbers and mileages for traceability.
Featured Diesel Engine Parts
- Detroit Diesel Cummins Caterpillar 01-27846-000 Belt Tensioner
- Fuller 3088-14287 Bearing
- Detroit Diesel DD15 High Pressure Fuel Line Kit A0000701432
- Bearing 39520-39590 Timken 8236 Set408
- 8235 KIT5385 Valve Slave Rockwell Transmission
- Cummins ISX 4089103 Oil Cooler Gasket Kit
- PAI 341400 Caterpillar C15 C16 C18 7C3039 Cooler Oil
- Detroit Diesel S60 23534361 Turbocharger 14L
- Serpentine Belt 88GB469P736
- Serpentine Belt 88GB469P736
- Cummins 6C ISC ISL 4955581 Piston Kit
- Caterpillar C15 C16 C18 Piston Ring Set PAI 305003
- Cummins ISX 3680534 Drain Plug
- PAI 341403 Caterpillar C16 C18 2237962 Oil Cooler
- Mack 21521353 Sensor Oil Level and Temperature
- Caterpillar C15 ACERT Fuel Injector Sleeve O-Ring Kit PAI 321361
- Cummins ISB6 QSB Thermostat 3928499
- Cummins 3104232 Cooler Gasket
- Volvo D12 20431722 EGR Tube
- Cummins ISX QS 4954245 Fuel Pressure Sensor
- Mack CXN CXU Air Conditioning Condensers 21095290
- Mack CXN CXU CHU CHN Air Conditioning Condensers 21095290
- Paccar MX-13 2267065 Water Pump Variable Speed
- Mack Volvo 745-800404 AD-IS and AD-IP Purge Valve Kit
- Freightliner International Kenworth Peterbilt 745-800383 AD-IS Air Dryer
- Freightliner Kenworth Peterbilt 745-800383 AD-IS Air Dryer
- Cummins 3687590 Water Pump
- International 1873741C91 Piston Kit
- Detroit Diesel DD13 Oil Pump Pickup Tube A4721806851
- Detroit Diesel Freightliner 05-30928-001 Right Side Radiator Mount Used
FAQs
Q: How do I verify fitment for my engine?A: Match the full OEM number and confirm engine family/build year. Replace related seals and hardware to ensure a proper install. Q: Which parts most affect fuel economy?
A: Turbos, injectors, pressure/NOx sensors, cooling components, and sealing gaskets have the greatest impact on combustion and temperature control. Q: Why replace belts with the tensioner?
A: Worn tensioners reduce belt grip and can cause slip and charging/cooling issues. Renewing both maintains accessory drive stability. Q: Are reman or aftermarket parts a safe choice?
A: Yes—when they meet OEM specifications. Quality aftermarket truck parts provide strong performance at a competitive cost.