Tech notes, common-failure write-ups, and seasonal reminders from the Auto Trends bays. Written by the techs who actually do the work — not a content marketing intern.
EGR cooler, CP4 fuel pump, turbo wastegate — what we see most on Ford Super Duty diesel trucks in our bays.
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Read post →The classic EJ25 head gasket job. Symptoms, when to act, and what we do during a head gasket service.
Read post →What we look for during a Tacoma inspection, and when frame rust crosses the line from cosmetic to structural.
Read post →Practical comparison for RAM 2500 owners deciding between generations. Reliability, repair costs, parts availability.
Read post →Block heaters, fuel additives, battery health, and the small things that prevent a no-start at -10°F.
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