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Supercharged Express: Brad Ponci's 1,000-hp Blown Cummins

When it comes to diesel performance, it’s easy to tread the same path as everyone else. Especially when it comes to 12-valve Cummins engines: It’s […]

Grabber AT2 Review: General Tire

My ‘98 Dodge 12-valve has been a great tow rig and daily driver, as well as an occasional off-road toy. For the last few years, […]
Justin Kennedy took the top spot on the podium in the NON-DOT Class with his 2000 Dodge Ram. It’s equipped with a set of paddle tires on the rear to help get the big truck moving.

Battle of the Diesels 2: Merchant Automotive West Michigan Sand Drags

Drag racing on a groomed sand track may be a new concept to some, but in parts of the US with access to sand dunes, […]

Triple Play: 2015 TS Performance Outlaw Drag Race and Sled Pull

This year the TS Performance Outlaw Drag Race and Sled Pull was expanded to three days of diesel competition to allow the drag races to […]

No More Blown Boots: Merchant Automotive’s LML Duramax PCV Reroute Kit

Engines require crankcase ventilation to prevent pressure buildup that can blow out seals and cause routine leaks because all ICEs have a small amount of […]

Tech Q&A Part #3

Light-Duty Diesel? Hello, I have not purchased a rig yet, hence my search for information. I wonder if you have tackled the following question before. […]

Everyman’s Truck: Crank Windows and 650 HP

A lot of us remember that pivotal moment when a diesel captured our undivided attention for the first time. For Kaden Nelson, that moment occurred […]
The heat generated by the turbos also needs to be shielded from the rest of the engine bay. With the cab off of this Duramax, it’s clear that some major heat shields are involved.

Turbocharging 101: A History of the Modern Diesel Turbocharger

Diesel engines have been around forever—certainly as long as their gasoline-fueled counterparts. And while we have naturally aspirated, supercharged and turbocharged gas engines, the turbocharger […]
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Key Ingredients: Real World Power Recipes from the Purdue Diesel Club Dyno Day

Dyno events are a great way to illustrate how different power combos play out in the real world. Instead of taking dozens of trucks to […]

Turbocharged Upgrade: HSP Diesel Duramax S300 Turbo System

Making 500hp in a 2001 to 2010 GM Duramax is easy, right? While easy may not be the right word, the Duramax is a very […]

Fuel Fix: High Speed Performance Fuel System for the 6.0L Power Stroke

Pump Systems A lift pump, as it’s commonly called on a modern diesel, is not the main injection pump. It simply supplies the main injection […]
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The Miami Hammer: An Unusual Colorado

Chevy recently announced its new Colorado will be offered with a Duramax diesel. Not a 6.6L D-max, but a 2.8L 4-cylinder. Sure, that will still […]
1. The new Tap Shifter and Variable Vane Exhaust Brake kits from BD Diesel are the answer to every 6.4L Power Stroke owner’s dreams. Whether being used for heavy towing or just a high-performance application that could benefit from better control of the transmission, these two systems paired together are a surefire way to improve driving experience.

Full Control: BD Diesel 6.4L Tap Shifter and VGT Brake

While the 6.4L Power Stroke was virtually a home run for the Ford camp compared to its 6.0L Power Stroke predecessor, it still had its […]
A Hummer H1 in pickup/flatbed two-door configuration. Hummer platforms feature a four-wheel fully independent suspension system complete with heavy-duty springs and hydraulic shock absorbers. Specially designed geared hubs provide a unique gear reduction of 2:1 at each wheel end, doubling the torque output.

Diesel History Retrospective: AM General and the Humvee

AM General is without qualification an American survivor. Its heritage has roots which run deep into the 1800s when Standard Wheel Company—located in Terre Haute, […]
The graphics were applied using 3M 1080 digital camo wrap. There are words underneath the wrap that only show up when light is shined on them.

High Honor: Building Trucks to Help Wounded Warriors

Kelly Fromm knows what it’s like to be a soldier. While in the 82nd Airborne Division of the U.S. Army, he spent a lot of […]

DURAMAX FILTRATION FIX: Cleaner Air And Fuel For Engine Longevity, Efficiency And Lowered Maintenance Costs

It’s hard to believe that it’s been more than 10 years since the GM LB7 Duramax was produced. As the first generation of the popular […]
The engineers at Fleece came up with this simple module to drop into the fuse box of 2003-2007 GM trucks to enable activation of all four headlight bulbs for high beam operation. The included male spade connector can be soldered to the circuit board to provide a ground trigger wire for additional high beam accessory activation.

ENLIGHTENMENT: Fleece Performance Engineering GM All Lights On Module Installation

You’re not alone if you think it seems like a waste when GM trucks activate the high-beam lights and the low-beam lights shut off. GM […]

Buckeye Diesel Blast: Diesel Drags And Pulls In Ohio

While the National Association of Diesel Motorsports (NADM) has held events in Ohio for the past seven years, 2014 was the first year they were […]
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Tech Q&A Part #1

Hot Ford 7.3L I look forward to reading your magazine each month, primarily because you haven’t forgotten the older diesels. I have a 1988 Ford […]
Starting life as an off-the-lot 2015 Chevy Silverado 3500HD, this truck has solid roots. Robbie Bryant developed a concept to take it to the next level, and with some help from a few friends in the business, built this unique 4x4.

Keg’s Hauler: A Truck Concept Takes Life

Robbie Bryant is the owner of Keg Media, a group that specializes in assisting clients that do business in the automotive aftermarket. They do this […]