Most diesel problems don’t start in the engine. They start at the pump. You don’t notice it right away. The truck still runs. Maybe it cranks a little longer than it used to. Maybe fuel mileage slips a bit. Easy to blame the weather or a heavy load. But what’s really...
Engines don’t usually fail all at once.Most of the time, they give warnings—small ones at first. A noise that wasn’t there before. A bit more oil consumption. A harder start on cold mornings. In Calgary, those early signs matter more than people realize. Cold winters,...
When people come into our shop, they usually don’t start by asking about engine rebuilds. They start with a problem. The truck feels tired. It burns oil. It knocks when it’s cold. Or it just doesn’t pull the way it used to. Eventually, the conversation turns into the...
If you’ve driven a diesel truck through even one real Calgary winter, you already know the cold doesn’t just sit there—it chews on your truck like it’s got something personal against it. I still remember a morning last January, parked outside off 17th Ave, when my...
Calgary winters hit fast, and anyone driving a diesel truck here knows the first cold snap always exposes whatever’s been “almost” failing for months. Trucks that ran fine in October suddenly sound tired in December. Fuel feels heavier, the engine cranks slower, and...
Diesel trucks are built for power and endurance—but even the toughest engines need proper care. In Calgary’s diverse weather and demanding road conditions, small maintenance issues can quickly escalate into expensive diesel repairs. Whether you manage a fleet or...
If you’re in the market for a used diesel truck, you already know they can be great investments. They tow hard, run forever, and don’t mind putting in long hours. But here’s the catch — if you grab the wrong one, you could be stuck with repair bills bigger than your...
Bigger tires change the whole vibe of a diesel truck. They look meaner, sit higher, and can handle rough ground better than stock rubber. That’s the upside. The downside? They can also kill fuel economy, wear out parts faster, and mess with your gauges. We’ve had...
Most folks buy a Cummins-powered truck because they want strength, towing capacity, and reliability. Fuel mileage usually isn’t the first thing on their mind. But after a few years of paying for diesel, that question comes up a lot: “Can I make this thing more fuel...
In the last Consumer Choice Award edition, Brandell Diesel Inc was awarded as Calgary & Southern Alberta Area’s BEST Truck Service & Repair company. For over 30 years, Consumer Choice Award has been recognizing and promoting business excellence in...
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