DIESEL SPECIALISTS, LTD
Serving the Houston area since 1983.
At DSL Humble, we provide expert Detroit Diesel engine repair, Detroit Diesel diesel engine repair, maintenance, diagnostics, and overhaul services throughout Houston and surrounding Texas areas. Our skilled technicians restore performance, improve reliability, and minimize downtime for all types of equipment.
Whether you need routine maintenance, emergency repairs, diagnostics, or complete rebuilds, our Detroit Diesel engine service solutions support generators, construction equipment, agricultural machinery, fleet vehicles, marine applications, and industrial equipment.
Call (281) 446-1230 for a Diagnostic Appointment
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DSL Humble provides professional on-site diesel repair services throughout Greater Houston from our Humble, TX headquarters. We proudly serve Houston, Humble, Kingwood, Pasadena, La Porte, Deer Park, Baytown, Conroe, The Woodlands, Sugar Land, Galveston, Beaumont, and surrounding service areas.
Our mobile repair team can often provide same-day service, bringing expert diagnostics and repairs directly to your job site. By servicing your equipment where it operates, we help minimize disruptions, lower transportation expenses, and return your equipment to service faster.
Our experienced technicians deliver a full range of Detroit Diesel engine repair and maintenance services to support optimal equipment performance.
Advanced Detroit Engine Diagnostics & Testing
Fuel System Repairs & Injector Service
Cooling System Service & Repairs
Turbocharger Inspection, Repair & Replacement
Complete Engine Overhauls & Rebuilds
Genuine Perkins Parts Installation & Support
Our experienced Detroit Diesel engine repair specialists service a wide range of Detroit Diesel-powered equipment used across various industries and applications, including:
Construction Equipment – Skid steers, mini excavators, wheel loaders, telehandlers
Industrial Equipment – Generators, compressors, pumps and industrial power systems
Agricultural Equipment – Tractors, harvesters and specialized farm machinery
Landscaping Equipment – Compact loaders and utility equipment
Material Handling – Forklifts and lifting equipment
Our technicians regularly diagnose and resolve the following issues:
Starting Difficulties in Marine Conditions
Saltwater Cooling System Corrosion
Fuel Contamination Issues
Marine Exhaust System Problems
Speak with our Detroit specialists for fast, accurate diagnostics and professional repair recommendations.
Experienced Detroit Technicians – Our team includes Detroit engine specialists with extensive experience across all Detroit engine families and variants, including technicians with more than 40 years of industry experience.
Fast Scheduling & Responsive Service – Minimize equipment downtime with quick service scheduling from a trusted Detroit service centre.
Genuine Replacement Parts – We source genuine Deutz OEM parts and high-quality components to deliver reliable repair and maintenance solutions.
Complete Support Under One Roof – Diagnostics, maintenance, repairs, overhauls, and parts from a single Deutz service centre Houston customers can rely on.
Field & On-Site Service – Emergency on-site repair capability for applicable situations
Emergency Service Response – Our team is available to assist with urgent repair needs and after-hours service requests to help keep critical equipment running.
40+
Years in Service
4.3★
100+ Reviews
1983
Founded in Houston
12+
Brands Serviced
Customer Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes. We provide routine Detroit Diesel engine maintenance programs designed to improve reliability, reduce downtime, extend equipment life, and prevent unexpected failures.
Yes. We can source and install genuine Detroit Diesel replacement parts and related components as needed during service, with no delays to your repair timeline.
We serve the Greater Houston area from our Humble, TX base, including Houston, Kingwood, Pasadena, La Porte, Deer Park, Baytown, Conroe, The Woodlands, Sugar Land, Galveston, Beaumont, and surrounding communities. If your site isn't listed, give us a call we will cover your area.
Yes. For critical equipment failures, contact us immediately. We will assess your situation and coordinate the fastest available response to help restore your equipment and minimize operational disruptions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Cummins engine serial number is stamped on the engine dataplate and also on a machined pad on the right-hand side of the engine block near the front. The CPL (Control Parts List) number appears on the dataplate above the serial number — it is a three or four-digit number that identifies the exact specification build of your engine. For ISX and X15 engines, the CPL is essential for identifying which fuel system, turbocharger, and aftertreatment configuration your engine uses, as these change across CPL revisions. Always provide both the serial number and CPL when ordering parts.
Generally no. While the ISB 5.9 and ISB 6.7 share a common engine family, the 6.7L engine has a longer stroke and uses different pistons, liners, crankshaft, and connecting rods. Many gasket dimensions differ, and the fuel system components — particularly injectors and fuel pumps are not interchangeable between 5.9 and 6.7L applications or between mechanical injection and common rail generations. Always verify by serial number and CPL, not by displacement alone.
Yes. We source Cummins marine engine parts QSB5.9-M, QSB6.7-M, QSC8.3-M, QSL9-M, QSM11-M, and QSX15-M with awareness of marine-specific cooling, corrosion, and sensor configurations. Marine Cummins parts orders require the marine engine serial number, which differs from the base industrial engine serial number. Call (281) 446-1230 with your marine engine serial number for parts availability.
We source EGR valve assemblies and EGR coolers for ISM, ISX, ISL, and ISB EPA07-compliant engines; DPF filter elements and DOC assemblies for CM2150 and CM2250 aftertreatment systems; and SCR catalyst assemblies and DEF dosing system components for CM2250 and CM2350 (X15) applications. Aftertreatment system parts require the engine serial number and CM code to confirm the correct configuration. Call us with this information for immediate availability check.
Yes. Our Humble, TX facility performs Cummins ISX, ISX15, and X15 engine overhauls both in-frame and out-of-frame using our in-house machine shop for boring, honing, crankshaft grinding, and head reconditioning. We perform compression testing, CPL-verified parts specification, and a structured run-in procedure on every rebuilt engine. Call (281) 446-1230 to discuss your ISX rebuild project.
Our repair and service facility at 1215 Carpenter Rd., Humble, TX 77396 serves Cummins engine operators across Greater Houston, including Pasadena, Baytown, Conroe, Spring, The Woodlands, Sugar Land, Katy, and throughout Southeast Texas and the Gulf Coast industrial corridor.
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