Engines

  • An Engine Upgrade for Your Vehicle

    performance engine

    It may be time to retire your old engine, or perhaps you’re looking to boost your vehicle’s performance. Either way, you need a high-performance engine installed, and you need it done right. From bolt-in crate engines to professionally modified motors, Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading has a team of expert mechanics you can trust to do the quality job you’re searching for. We specialize in custom builds for high-performance automobiles.

  • Cavitation - How Air Bubbles Destroy Diesel Engines

    mechanic holding a wrench in auto shop

    At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA, our objective is to keep your diesel truck on the road, where it belongs. Whether it’s maintenance, repair, or information that keeps you from needing a repair, we do our best to keep you informed on how to best take care of your diesel truck. Cavitation is a leading killer of diesel engines. It’s an interesting process, albeit an expensive one if your diesel engine is a victim of cavitation. From our team here at Wensel's Service Centers, here's what you should look out for:

  • Do You Have a Catalytic Converter Issue?

    catalytic converter

    Regular maintenance checks of your vehicle will help you avoid a catalytic converter that looks like this resulting in large repair costs which is what our team here at Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading want to avoid at all costs! We feel that every customer has a need to know what repairs are in their future and exactly how to budget for them if need be so we check your vehicle thoroughly and keep you informed.

    There are several indicators that your catalytic converter isn't functioning at maximum capacity such as:

  • Extending the Life of Your Engine

    Mechanic taking apart of an engine out from under the hood

    An engine can last anywhere from 50 to 500,000 miles depending mostly on how well you maintain it. While some engines are certainly more reliable than others, all of them depend on maintenance to fulfill their greatest potential. Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA has provided for you some of the determining factors of engine lifespan, to help you make sure your engine lasts as long as it possibly can.

  • How To Properly Maintain Your Truck's Engine

    At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, PA, we understand that maintenance is the difference between a truck that makes it to the million-mile mark and a truck that doesn’t come close. Here are some tips to keep your truck in shape for many miles to come.

  • Is It Wear and Tear or a Serious Problem?

    mechanic checking under hood of car

    It’s not always easy to recognize when your vehicle is suffering from a simple problem that requires a little maintenance and TLC or there is real engine damage as symptoms can be overlooked and seen as “normal.” While not all sounds and smells may threaten the life of your vehicle or truck engine, there are some obvious warning signs that require a vehicle inspection here at the shop right away.

  • JASPER Option for Medium-Duty On-Road Trucks

    Cummins 6.7L

    At Wensel's Service Center we offer only the best products to our Reading drivers, that’s why we’re excited to announce the expanded availability of the Cummins 6.7L ISB/QSB Rear Gear Running Complete engine from our partner Jasper Engines & Transmissions. JASPER is the nation’s leader in remanufactured engines and drivetrain products.

    If you are experiencing issues with the current engine on your 2013-2018 medium-duty on-road trucks, agriculture, construction, and industrial applications you now have an affordable option for an engine replacement. This engine is available with and without head studs and is completely remanufactured using a standard set of new parts. At Wensel's Service Center, we love JASPER products because we know that our customers can depend on the quality of the product while having peace of mind because of the warranty this great company offers.

  • JASPER Releases New Ford Engine Options

    Ford 6.2L Engine

    At Wensel's Service Center in Reading, we are always looking for ways to provide our drivers with the highest quality of service and products. That’s why we are proud to partner with the nation’s leader in remanufactured drivetrain products. Jasper Engines and Transmissions are consistently looking for ways to improve products. They recently announced that the Ford 6.2L engine would be available for the 2010-2014 Ford F150/Raptor, 2011-2019 Ford F250/F350, 2017-2020 Ford E350/E450, and the 2015-2020 Indmar Marine (Raptor Engine).

  • Know the Signs of Engine Failure

    mechanic

    Fleet vehicles see a lot of wear and tear. If your engine has already called it a day, then it’s obviously case closed - you need a new engine or a new vehicle. However, there are many times when an engine is about to go down, and you can get it taken care of before it kicks the bucket for good - saving you time and towing in the process.

  • Looking to Improve Your Fuel Efficiency?

    fuel pump fueling a car

    You don’t have to buy a new, fuel-efficient car to get great fuel efficiency. No one wants to trade a fuel bill for a car payment, so take a look at our top 5 ways to save on fuel and you may just be able to pocket a little extra money at the end of the month.

  • New Chrysler Engine Options from JASPER

    Pentastar Engine

    At Wensel's Service Center in Reading we strive to provide only the best products to our customers and that’s why we are proud to partner with Jasper Engines and Transmissions. JASPER has recently announced the expanded availability of the Chrysler 3.6L Pentastar engine line. This engine is available for the 2011-2014 Volkswagen Routan.

  • New Engine Options Available for Chevrolet and GMC Vehicles!

    GM Gen V 5.3L GDI engine

    Here at Wensel's Service Center in Reading, PA we offer only the best products for our Reading, PA drivers and the new GM Gen V 5.3L GDI engine from our partner Jasper Engines & Transmissions, who is the nation’s leader in remanufactured engines and drivetrain products, make no exception.

    When you experience issues with your Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon, or Sierra (Hybrid) you now have an option to KEEP your vehicle and install a New JASPER GM Gen V 5.3L GDI engine which comes with their 3 yr | 100,000-mile Parts & Labor nationwide warranty which is fully-transferrable. That vehicle you love is now ready for lots of vacation trips and hard work.

    The JASPER way is to fix any issues with the engine and re-design any inherent problems in the original product which is why they have been a leader in the market since 1942! We love their products because we know our customers can depend on the quality as well as the warranty if there should be an issue which brings complete peace of mind.

  • New Ford Engine Options from JASPER

    Ford 3.5L EcoBoost Turbo GDI engine from JASPER

    At Wensel's Service Center in Reading we provide only the best products to our customers and that’s why we are proud to partner with Jasper Engines and Transmissions. That’s why we are excited to announce the availability of the Ford 3.5L EcoBoost Turbo GDI engine from JASPER. This engine is available for the following applications: 2011 - 8/26/2015 F150, 2015 - 6/23/2016 Transit, and 2015 - 8/26/2015 Expedition and Navigator.

  • Own a Ford Truck? New Engine Options Available for You

    Ford 6.7L Scorpion Running Complete Diesel Engine

    At Wensel's Service Center we offer only the best products to our Reading, PA drivers, that’s why we’re excited to announce the availability of the Ford 6.7L Scorpion Running Complete Diesel Engine from our partner Jasper Engines & Transmissions. JASPER is the nation’s leader in remanufactured engines and drivetrain products.

    If you are experiencing issues with the diesel engine on your Ford truck, you now have an affordable option that will allow you to keep the truck you love by installing a remanufactured Ford 6.7L Scorpion Running Complete Diesel Engine giving you more power to do the work you need your truck to do. At Wensel's Service Center, we love JASPER products because we know that our customers can depend on the quality of the product while having peace of mind because of the warranty JASPER offers.

  • Quality Engine Repairs

    hood of car lifted

    Obviously, your engine is the heart and soul of your car, truck, or SUV. When your engine requires maintenance or repair, rest assured your vehicle is in good hands at Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading.

  • Replacing the Engine Mounts on Your Fleet

    mechanic working on an engine

    Commercial trucks have heavy engines, and they spend a lot of time running, particularly at idle. As a result, the mounts that secure the engine to chassis of the truck have a tendency to wear out, causing all sorts of shaking and vibration that the driver will feel in the cab of the truck. At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, we can take care of that for you.

  • Spark Plug Maintenance is Essential

    spark plugs

    “Spark plug” is a word you are likely familiar with; it’s one of those truck terms that you’ve heard your whole life. You know they’re important, you know sometimes they need to be changed. But how do you know when it’s time to replace them? What do they do, and where do they go wrong? Wensel Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading has the answers.

  • The Heart of Your Diesel

    truck

    The engine and transmission in your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup is the heart and soul of your truck. At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, we repair, rebuild, and replace engines or transmissions with quality parts and builds, keeping your truck on the road for years to come.

  • Using Your Jumper Cables

    Man with jumper cables

    At some point or another, it’ll happen to you. You leave your headlights on, your battery finally fails, or for some other reason, you don’t have enough juice to start your truck. Don’t call a tow truck just yet, though...Wensel Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading has the info you need to properly jump-start your truck.

  • What Does Your Gas Engine Offer Your Vehicle?

    gas engine

    While diesel engines have become more common in trucks and certain cars, overwhelmingly the most common car, truck, and SUV powerhouse found on the road today is the gasoline combustion engine. At Wensel's Service Centers in Spring City, Allentown, & Reading, our technicians are skilled in every aspect of gasoline engine maintenance and repair, to keep yours reliably on the road and running strong.

  • Jasper Pref
  • 247towing
  • 12month Button
  • ASE
  • Cummins Diesel
  • Duramax Diesel
  • Fleet Services
  • Fontaine
  • Ford Power Stroke Diesel
  • Freightliner
  • GMC
  • Great Dane
  • HDA Truck Pride
  • Hendrickson
  • Hino
  • Holman
  • Hunter
  • Hyundai
  • International
  • Isuzu
  • Kentucky Trailer
  • Kenworth
  • Mack
  • MACS
  • Mitsubishi
  • Motorcraft Parts
  • NAPA AutoCare Center
  • Onan Generators
  • Peterbilt
  • RV Repair
  • State Inspection
  • Strickland
  • Utility
  • Volvo
  • Wabash
  • Welding
  • Wright Fleet

WENSEL SERVICE CENTER SPRING CITY
Fleet, Truck, 24/7 Towing & Road Services
10 E Bridge St | Spring City, PA

(610) 948-1100

Weekdays: 7:30AM-5:00PM
After Hours Service Available
24/7 EMERGENCIES

WENSEL SERVICE CENTER READING
Fleet, Truck, 24/7 Towing & Road Services
1625 N 5th St | Reading, PA

(610) 375-8411

Weekdays: 7:30AM-5:00PM
After Hours Service Available
24/7 EMERGENCIES

WENSEL SERVICE CENTER ALLENTOWN
Fleet, Truck, & 24/7 Road Services
1249 N Quebec St | Allentown, PA

(484) 705-1744

Weekdays: 7:30AM-5:00PM
Weekends: CLOSED

WENSEL SERVICE CENTER LANCASTER
Fleet & Truck
212 Bucky Drive | Lititz, PA

(223) 258-2049

Weekdays: 7:30AM-5:00PM
Weekends: CLOSED