Automotive News & Information - Eco Engines, Inc

Your vehicle's belts and hoses are essential to the cooling, air conditioning and charging systems, and the engine. Don’t take these routine replacement intervals for granted because they can break down and leave you stranded.

What is the purpose and importance of your belts and hoses? The timing belt keeps the crankshaft and camshaft mechanically synchronized to maintain engine timing. Whether serpentine, V-belt, or fan belt (the belts on the outside of the engine), they all transmit power from the front of the engine to accessories that need to be driven, such as the air conditioning, the charging system, and fans. Radiator and heater hoses carry coolant to and from the engine, radiator, and heater core.

Most commercial diesel engines these days are turbocharged. Turbos dramatically increase power and efficiency, particularly on diesel engines, which makes them a must-have item on engines that rely heavily on both. However, sometimes issues arise in turbo systems; at ECO Engines, Inc in Parlin, we can fix that.

Your drive belts run everything - your AC, power steering, alternator, and water pump are all dependent on the belts that turn them. At ECO Engines, Inc in Parlin, NJ, our goal is to keep your truck maintained, so you’re never stuck out on the road. Drive belts are a critical part of that goal.

Car enthusiasts would argue that "those were the days". Everything you drove was built like a tank and had the chrome on it so you enjoyed washing it but NO power steering. For most of us, it is hard to remember life without power steering – cranking those great big steering wheels? It was a pretty good workout. Now power steering is standard. The heart of any power steering system is its pump. The pump pressurizes the power steering fluid that provides assistance for steering. Most pumps are driven by a belt that is run by the engine – a few are electrically powered. A high-pressure hose passes fluid from the pump to the steering gear. A low-pressure hose returns the fluid back to the pump. Here at ECO Engines, Inc in Parlin, NJ we know that you depend on that power steering and check your fluid & hoses religiously!

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I have been a loyal customer of Eco Engines for over 20 years, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Their expertise, honesty, and commitment to quality service are unmatched. Whether it is routine maintenance or a complex repair, they have always gone above and beyond to keep my care in excellent shape. I never have to worry about unnecessary work being suggested--they always explain the issue clearly and offer fair pricing. Over the years, they have become more than just my mechanic--they are someone I trust completely with my vehicle. If you are looking for a mechanic who is skilled, dependable and genuinely cares about their customers, look no further than Eco Engines. Thank you for decades of outstanding service!

Two things matter when mounting new tires on your truck or commercial vehicle. First, you want it done right. Second, you want it done fast. For both, ECO Engines, Inc in Parlin, NJ has you covered.

While fuel pump issues are common, they often get misdiagnosed. What is your fuel pump, how do you know if yours is bad, and what should you do about it? At ECO Engines, Inc in Parlin, NJ, we are going to make sure that you are an informed driver so you know what to look for and what you should do about it.

At ECO Engines, Inc in Parlin, we’re not only here to fix your truck when something goes wrong...we’re here to help you understand your truck a little better, too. Here are some tips concerning your thermostat - how it works, what to watch out for, and what to do about it when one fails.