August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
DT Tested: Aeorforce Interceptor Scan Gauges
Here at Diesel Tech, we got the opportunity to try out these new scan gauges from AeroForce Technologies in one of our project trucks and thought we'd give you a little insight on just exactly what it is they do.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
DT Tested: DDP's True Duramax Down Pipe
Quick question for you engineering types out there: Which handles the flow of high-velocity air better: a flattened oval tube with dents and kinks in it or a straight round tube?
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Feature
Pump 101: Part 1: Terminology
With the ever-rising popularity of diesel performance, much interest and curiosity arises when a vehicle owner decides on upgrading performance.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Build, Cummins
Salvaged Powerhouse: Building-and we mean that literally-an '05 Quad Cab Cummins into a twin-turbo workhorse
Putting together just another project truck is hard enough. Putting one together based on a salvaged '05 Dodge Quad Cab Cummins? That's tough.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Diesel Addict: Going To The Dogs
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Column, Spotlight
Reality Trucks
Real trucks, purpose-built on a paycheck budget.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Fuel Systems and Upgrades
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Spotlight
Iron Bull Truck
Is it a show truck, a work truck or just your average lifted daily driver? Well, actually, this truck does it all.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Column
Six-Five Revive: Diesel tuning before GM went Duramax
For every Chevy/GMC 6.5L turbo-diesel owner who has ever been told he needs to just trade in that old 6.5 and buy a new Duramax or Cummins, this one goes out to you.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Clutch Technology: Options for diesel trucks
Driving a diesel truck with a manual transmission is a special experience.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Duramax
Have No Fear, The Tuning Is Here: Throwing some tuning at a 2008 Duramax LMM
This feeling was much like back in the 70s when the switch to unleaded fuel and stricter emissions standards killed the "Muscle Car" era.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Installs
Install: Trusted Performance Stage I
So, here you are, reading another issue of Diesel Tech wondering how to get more power out of your truck.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Build, Duramax
Duramax Build-Up: Turbo, Transmission, and CP3 Upgrades
Building trucks the way we do is a long process.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
News
TS Outlaw Event
Driving across the country, through baron flats of Wyoming, over the rolling hills of Nebraska, sometimes pushing through winds that resulted in six miles per gallon in a single tank of fuel.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Build, Products
5th Gear Failures: Common to the Dodge NV4500 manual transmission
The popular New Venture (NV) 4500 5-speed manual transmission is well known for its strength, durability, and drivability as the 5-speed manual found in late model Chevy ('92 and up) and Dodge ('94 and up) trucks.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Agri-Cover Storage Pocket
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Banks Exhaust Brake
So you've added aftermarket injectors and a big 100 hp chip to your Cummins.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
BD Power Steering Stabilizer
The factory front-end on most Dodge pickups has always been somewhat troublesome.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
BMRP 6.4L Tip Covers
We're not sure how you guys feel, but we think the new tips on the 2008 plus Ford 6.4L Power Strokes could use some attention
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Brentz Wheels
If you're looking to add some class and style to that 1-ton dually pickup you're sporting around town, then Brentz Wheel Designs might have just what you're looking for.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Carli Suspension
Harnessing the power of a big 5.9L Cummins motor can be a challenge.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Flex-A Lite Fans
Looking to get every ounce of power possible out of that Cummins motor?
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Hypertech Econ
With diesel more than $4 per gallon, we're all looking for ways to increase fuel mileage.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Marathon Truck Decks
Looking for a way to haul your quads around while still tugging that camp trailer behind?
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Nano Nitrous Systems
Running nitrous on your hot rod diesel pickup and tired of worrying about bottle pressure?
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
PDI Diesel Manifold
We all know one of the weak points in the Cummins motor is the poor exhaust manifold design.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Feature, Spotlight, PowerStroke
Police Interceptor
No, the owner of this truck isn't Joe Friday, but he is an armed officer of the law.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
PureFlow Technologies
One of the most important areas of a truck to look at improving in the search for more power is the fuel system and one of the best aftermarket systems out there is the Fuel Preporator AirDog from PureFlow Technologies.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
SCT X3 Power Flash
No man wants to drive a stock truck, especially with the performance gains you can get with an aftermarket tuner.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
News, Products
Arctic Cat Diesel ATV
If your idea of fun is having all of your toys powered by diesel engines, then this is your all-terrain vehicle.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
News
DHRA Circuit
We're halfway through summer, but there's still plenty of action on the DHRA circuit.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
News
DHRA Report
"Fuel prices, what stinkin' fuel prices?"
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
News
Dyno Day: Filter Change?
It's only a week away, but we still want to invite you to the Custom Auto Dyno Day June 27-28 in Idaho Falls, ID.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Firestone Ride-Rites
Need to make that truck you're driving more capable of keeping that load stable on the highway?
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Gibson Tri Flow Exhaust
Looking to improve that factory exhaust system on your new emissions-friendly diesel?
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Mamba Off-Road Wheels
Looking to set your truck apart from the guy next door? How about a new set of wheels from Mamba Off-Road?
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Column, Cummins, Duramax, PowerStroke
Top Diesel Forums
If you work 40-plus hours a week just trying to survive all the bills and debts in life, when you finally save up enough to buy something new for your truck, you want to spend the money right.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
News
Toyo Expands Tires Sizes
Toyo Tires announced several new tire sizes recently, many of which are targeted for OEM replacement sizes on full-size trucks and SUVs.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Turbonetics 7.3L Turbo
Looking to cool down the egts and to improve spool-up in that 7.3L Power Stroke?
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Valley Odyssey Brake Controller
We use our trucks for towing, no show queens here.
August 23, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Products
Jobe Performance Zoomer
Fuel mileage - something everyone wants to improve.
August 20, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Column, Cummins, PowerStroke
Cummins Man?
Okay, I admit it. I'm a Power Stroke guy. I know. I know. What's wrong with me?
August 20, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Column
Letters and Emails
Dear DT...
August 20, 2008|
Published in the August 2008 issue
Column
The Ultimate How-To Guide
I love how-to stuff . like how to install lift pumps, how to change fuel filters and how to black out an intersection. But there are a few how-to ideas I haven't come across yet.