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Diesel engines seem to power the world. They can be found in nearly every type of machinery. But how did diesel engines get their start? In the 1870s, a young Rudolf Diesel sat in a lecture given by Carl von Linde on thermodynamics. Delivered at the Royal Bavarian Polytechnic of Munich, that lecture would change the world as we know it. In this lecture, Diesel learned that it was conceivable that one could make an internal combustion engine that would turn all of its heat into useful work. To put that into perspective, at the time, steam engines, as well...

If you are unfamiliar with how diesel engines work, the parts and terminology can seem like a foreign language. Let’s break down some of the common components of the diesel engine. Original engine manufacturer (OEM): The OEM is the original producer of a particular car’s parts. OEM parts will be identical to the original ones installed in the car. OEM products are typically sold through branded car dealerships and the automaker directly. Since these products are guaranteed to be compatible with the vehicle, they are often more expensive than aftermarket products. Aftermarket products: Manufacturers who did not originally produce a...

Some amazing old gals. 😁😎 Keep the faith and keep them running. Great video! Check it out.