Engine conversion solutions designed to improve performance, compatibility, and service life for demanding heavy-duty applications.
There are times when rebuilding an engine is not the best long-term decision. Chronic failures, poor parts availability, excessive maintenance cost, or ongoing downtime can turn a good truck or valuable piece of equipment into a constant liability. When that happens, the answer is not another repair. It is the right powerplant.
TOP GUN HD performs professional diesel engine conversions for heavy-duty trucks and large industrial equipment across Alberta, helping operators upgrade to proven, dependable engine platforms built for real-world work.
Let us help you decide whether a rebuild or conversion is the right move.
You know its time to consider an engine conversion when:
The truck or equipment is worth keeping, but not with its current engine
There is value in standardizing engines across multiple units
Parts availability and cost have become unsustainable
Downtime has become routine rather than exception
The current engine has known reliability concerns
You are about to mile-out your current engine
A well-planned conversion protects investment, supports uptime, and reduces long-term operating stress.
Reliable Power For Working Trucks
Highway tractors, vocational trucks, oilfield units, tankers, vac trucks, hot oilers, dump trucks, and specialized heavy trucks demand stable, dependable power. When the original engine is known for chronic problems or has reached a point where rebuilding no longer makes sense, a conversion can extend the life of the truck and stabilize maintenance planning.
We support conversions involving major heavy-duty engine platforms including:
Dependable Power For Industrial Equipment
Large industrial equipment cannot afford unreliable engines. When a critical machine spends more time down than producing, projects, safety, and operations are directly affected. TOP GUN HD provides engine conversions for major off-road equipment, helping operators replace problematic powerplants with proven diesel platforms suited to Alberta’s industrial environments.
This applies to:
Engine conversions must be completed with planning, accuracy, and professional integration. TOP GUN HD takes a structured approach:
Integration planning including mounting, cooling, electrical, ECU, exhaust, and emissions requirements
Clear discussion of goals, cost considerations, and reliability expectations
Final verification, documentation, and delivery of a truly work-ready unit
Assessment of current engine condition and operational demands
Selection of a suitable replacement engine platform
Professional installation and controlled testing
Conversions can be performed in our facility or at your site.
An engine conversion replaces the original engine platform with a carefully selected diesel engine better suited for reliability, serviceability, and long-term operating cost. Every conversion is approached as a strategic decision. Our team helps you evaluate options, compare platforms, and choose the right powerplant based on how the truck or equipment is used, expected workload, operating environment, and budget. The objective is predictable performance, easier maintenance, and confidence in demanding conditions.
Call us today. We will give you an honest assessment and a clear plan forward.
TOP GUN HD is trusted by Alberta operators because we approach conversions responsibly. Good diagnostics. Straightforward communication. Practical, work-focused recommendations. Professional workmanship. No overselling. Just honest support and engines built to do their job. An engine conversion is a major decision. It deserves the right team.
TOP GUN HD supports heavy-duty operators across Alberta, starting from Lac La Biche and Plamondon and extending into Fort McMurray, Fort McKay, Conklin, Edmonton region, northeastern Alberta, and surrounding areas.
Mining
Oil & Gas
Drilling
Civil Earth Works
Pipeline Construction
Forestry & Agriculture
Transportation & Logistics
We understand northern environments, oilfield realities, and what uptime truly means.
Our team will help you choose the right platform for long-term reliability and smarter operating costs.
A rebuild restores the engine already in the unit. A conversion replaces it with a different, better-suited engine platform.
Yes. We support highway trucks, oilfield and vocational units, and large industrial equipment.
Yes. We review condition, cost, operating goals, and long-term value to help you make the right decision.
Conversions can be completed at your site or in our shop. Regardless of the location, we guarantee to ensure proper installation, integration, and controlled testing.
We commonly support Cummins, Detroit Diesel, Caterpillar, PACCAR/MX, Volvo/Mack, Navistar, and similar heavy-duty diesel platforms.
500+ Happy Clients
100% Satisfaction
Jack M.
Fleet Manager
TOP GUN HD responds quickly, diagnoses problems accurately, and delivers solid heavy-duty repairs. They understand how important uptime is to our operation.
Billy D.
Mining Superindendant
Professional, reliable, and safety-focused. We trust TOP GUN HD with our heavy-duty fleets on and off the road.
Why Choose Us?
Our Services
24/7 Emergency Service
Share your current engine setup and operating requirements, and we’ll help determine the right conversion path for your equipment or truck.
We go wherever the roads go
TOP GUN HD meets and exceeds industry safety and compliance standards to support heavy-duty industrial, commercial, and fleet operations across Alberta.
