Your turbocharger will work in essentially the same way, whether you drive a Powerstroke, Cummins, or Duramax diesel pickup. While there are differences in designs and applications, turbos haven’t changed all that much over the past century. Now that you know what one is made of, we’ll look at how it works.
At Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA, we know there’s a lot of conflict on when you should maintain certain things on your truck. We also know there are consequences to neglecting maintenance; the difference between a truck that breaks down all the time and a truck that has covered over a million miles virtually trouble-free […]
Your vehicle is a vital part of your life; it takes you wherever you need to go and can last you a very long time if taken care of properly. A part of the care it takes to maintain the vehicle is taking it to repair shops in order to receive any necessary maintenance or […]
If you drive a lightweight car, truck, or SUV, the torque converter you have installed is probably just fine. For those of you with more heavy-duty applications, like high horsepower setups or towing rigs, the stock converter may not be enough. At Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA, we can help with that.
Vacuum pressure plays a critical role in keeping your engine running smooth, and performing it’s best. From Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA, here’s some info on vacuum pressure, why you need it, and how to tell if you’ve got a vacuum leak.
As Veterans Day is quickly approaching, Camarillo Independent wants to take the time to recognize and honor all those who have served our nation so bravely. We celebrate the willingness of all of the men and women to sacrifice and protect our United States each and every day. We would also like to send our […]
Your fuel system is comprised of a variety of parts, each tasked with keeping your engine running strong – Chevy, Ford, and Ram all have small differences, and diesel systems have changed over the years with innovation in the field; however, the fundamentals haven’t changed. At Camarillo Independent, our technicians are familiar with the differences […]
Like anything else on your vehicle, keeping various systems clean and in good shape is essential to long life and reliability. Your fuel system is especially important – parts are expensive, problems can be difficult to diagnose, and it doesn’t take much contamination to cause a huge issue. It’s much easier to keep your fuel […]
Once you have a set of new tires installed on your commercial truck or fleet vehicle, you’ll want to get the most out of them. By maintaining them correctly and inspecting them regularly, you’ll keep them on the road for many miles to come. At Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA we want you to be […]
Your fleet or commercial truck works hard, every day. Most commercial vehicles are heavy, and constantly under load. As a result, your brakes will inevitably develop issues over time. At Camarillo Independent in Camarillo, CA, we can fix that.
