Race Billet 408 Duramax
Wade Moody and NGM Diesel Race Engines don’t wait for others to innovate in the diesel space. Rather, they’re the trailblazers when it comes to diesel performance, and a great example is the shop’s Race Billet 408 Duramax. Find out how this engine is capable of more than 3,000 hp for use in drag racing, sled pulling and dyno competitions.
24-Valve Super Stock Super B Cummins
When Van Haisley ran across the problem of Cummins blocks splitting apart due to immense horsepower, he set out to make a better engine. Known as the Haisley Super B, Van beefed up the block using a deck plate and many other quality components. This 24-valve Super Stock Super B Cummins is a more than 3,000 horsepower example of what Haisley Machine builds on a regular basis. Find out what went into the build!
Mechanical Injected & Turbocharged DX 460 cid Duramax
There’s not much Wagler Competition Products isn’t capable of doing at its Odon, IN-based diesel engine shop. Evidence of all those capabilities can be seen in this mechanical injected and turbocharged DX 460 cid Duramax built for Pro Pulling Leagues. Find out what went into making this a more than 4,000 horsepower Duramax monster!
All-Billet 6.7L Cummins
When new truck pulling class rules allowed for an all-aluminum engine set up, Scheid Diesel and one of its good truck pulling customers wasted no time making an all-billet 6.7L-based Cummins to compete. Find out what goodies Scheid put into this build to give it 3,000+ horsepower capability!
Earl’s Fuel Rail Adapters, Submersible Hose, Water Pump Adapters
Holley has released a large assortment of new products from it’s Earl’s Performance Plumbing division – electric water pump adapters, submersible Vapor Guard fuel hose, OEM fuel rail fittings, AN port plugs, quick connect fittings and more.
6.6L LML Duramax
Travis Turner discovered there wasn’t anyone in his area working on diesels, or anyone who really knew much about them, so he set out to change that. He started Pure Addiction Diesel Performance in 2013 and has been building diesel trucks and engines ever since, just like this 6.6L LML Duramax that puts out 1,200 hp! Find out what went into this diesel build.
UEM Pistons Names Nick D’Agostino as Director of Product Development
In his new role, D’Agositino will be managing UEM’s diverse piston offerings and the development of both cast and forged piston applications.
Stage 2 Duramax 6.6L LBZ
Founded in 1985, well before diesel performance was anything like it is today, PPE (Pacific Performance Engineering) set out to change the diesel landscape. Today, the diesel innovator offers an array of products and diesel builds to up the ante in the industry such as this Stage 2 Duramax 6.6L LBZ engine that was on display at SEMA. Find out what went into the build!
Fastener Fascination
According to ARP’s Chris Raschke, engine builders need to make sure to have the correct fastener for the application first. “When you get a new fastener, you need to take it out of the package, inspect the fastener, make sure there’s nothing wrong with it.
Shop Solutions – October 2019
Industry Tips and Tricks
6.3L Stroker Powerstroke
J&K Engines develops unique designs that are very meticulous, clean and different from the rest. The diesel shop specializes in Ford Powerstrokes, and has fully reimagined the 6.0L in an effort to eliminate its bad reputation. Feast your eyes on the result – this 6.3L Stroker Powerstroke!
6.6L LBZ Duramax
When a rebuild went wrong at another shop, Sin City Diesel & Off-Road was entrusted with this 6.6L LBZ Duramax engine. Find out what went into making this 200,000 mile engine run like new again!
Who Doesn’t Love a Little Recognition?
In my opinion, there are only a small handful of feelings greater than that of being recognized for good, hard work. In my time at Engine Builder magazine, I’ve seen few people who are more passionate, harder working and more deserving of getting overdue recognition than the engine builders around this country.
KDD 6.0L Powerstroke
Using a background in building blown alcohol monster truck engines, Jared Alderson has built Kill Devil Diesel into an elite performance diesel engine shop capable of creating custom, one-off builds like this 6.0L Powerstroke for KC Turbos’ race truck. Find out why this is one special 6.0L!
Improve your Turbocharger Cleaning Process with Soda Blasting
It’s been more than 100 years since the idea for a turbocharged engine was developed. Originally their use had been limited to very large diesel engines and while there have been additional innovations for use in automobiles, it was not always the most popular power adder. The boost was powerful but the cost was too
2,500 HP 7.0L Cummins
From basic repair work to full-blown competition vehicles, Derek Rose and his diesel shop, DNR Customs, does it all. They even built this 2,500 hp 7.0L Cummins engine, which makes the shop’s Dodge 2500 one of the fastest and most powerful trucks in the country! Find out what went into this diesel build!
Hot Shot’s Secret LX4 Lubricity Extreme
Hot Shot’s Secret now offers a new fuel additive that improves lubricity up to 2x better than the competition by providing an increase in diesel fuel lubricity up to 56%.
Gear-Up Girl Event at NASCAR Technical Institute
Gear-Up Girl event at NASCAR Technical Institute aims to connect professionals and inspire female students. SEMA Businesswomen’s Network will also host a roundtable featuring a groundbreaking graduate.
ARP Head Stud Kit for Boosted 6.7L Powerstroke
Diesel performance enthusiasts can now take the popular 6.7L Ford Powerstroke engines to new boost levels thanks to ARP introducing head studs made from Custom Age 625+ material—which is nominally rated at 260,000 psi tensile strength.
6.7L Ford Powerstroke
Growing up in rural Indiana means you grow up around a lot of diesel trucks. As an Indiana native, it was only natural that John Roberson of Outlaw Diesel Performance developed a passion for fixing and modifying diesels such as this 6.7L Ford Powerstroke. Find out what went into this sweet build.
