LSI Chemical Fuel Additives for Diesel and Biodiesel Fuels
The new additives can be used for downstream fuel production to restore power and fuel economy while providing long-term protection against corrosion and waxy polymeric deposits.
Diesel Transmission Upgrades
Diesel owners who add big horsepower, wheels and tires also need some driveline upgrades to keep it all together.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Innovation
Knowing that nearly every diesel-powered vehicle built since 2010 (including those with modified engines with high horsepower and torque) is equipped with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR), it also means they require Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) to function.
Diesel Injector Update
With today’s diesel injectors on the performance side, with nearly 35,000 psi of injection pressure, you can achieve a lot of quantity using that kind of pressure instead of just big spray orifices.
Diesel Turbocharging
If you’ve ever seen a compound-turbo setup, you can clearly see it is not a twin-turbo setup. Why do diesels utilize compounds over twin turbochargers? We first need to move back to the basics of engine design and engine airflow consumption rates.
Champion API CK-4 Premium Heavy-Duty SAE 10W-30 Diesel Engine Oil
API CK-4 effectively replaces API CJ-4 and is backward compatible with most diesel applications where currently an API CJ-4 oil may have been recommended.
Mild vs. Wild – Horsepower at Any Cost (Diesel Edition) Ep. 3
In this episode of Mild vs. Wild, we take a trip to Bremen, OH to visit Unlimited Diesel Performance to discuss building some 7.3L Powerstroke engines for truck pulling applications. With $50,000 and $90,000 on hand for the two builds, find out whether Mild or Wild takes home the win. Mild vs. Wild (Diesel Edition) is
Diesel of the Week March 2021 Recap
In this recap of March Diesel of the Week features, we highlight a 2,200+ horsepower mechanical P pump 7.3L Powerstroke engine built by Unlimited Diesel Performance; a 680 cid Pro Stock John Deere engine built by Riverside Engines; a turbocharged 6.7L Cummins engine built by CGT Diesel; and a Work Stock/Pro Street 6.7L Cummins engine
GMC 6.5L Turbo Diesel Engine
Discovered in a junkyard wrecked and forgotten in 2012, Courtland Bowles III rescued this 1999 GMC 3500 with a 6.5L turbo diesel engine. He has since put more than 67,000 miles on it and added a number of upgrades in order to daily drive it, drag race it, sled pull it, and tow with it. Find out what went into saving this truck.
Boostline Diesel Rods for Duramax & Cummins
Forged from ultra-strong 4340 steel alloy, these rods feature Boostline’s patented 3-pocket design that provides a 60% improvement in bending strength and a 20% stress reduction compared to conventional H-beam designs.
Diesel Engines Lacking Power?
If you’re a diesel owner, one of the reasons you probably love diesels is for the power. Diesel engines are known for their horsepower and long-lasting abilities, but even a diesel engine may sometimes experience a power issue, and that’s never what you want. In this episode of the AMSOIL Garage, we discuss a few
Champion Brands FA-4 10W30 Diesel Oil
When OEMs recommend this new oil specification, it can make a real difference to a fleet’s bottom line by improving the engine’s fuel efficiency.
Diesel of the Week February 2021 Recap
In this recap of February’s diesel engines, we take a look at a twin-turbo 5.9L Cummins engine built by Gomer’s Diesel Inc.; a Super Stock 6.7L Cummins engine built by Perkins Diesel and Dynomite Diesel Products; a 6.7L Enforcer engine built by D&J Precision Machine for Josh McCormack; and a single-turbo LBZ Duramax dragster engine
Firepunk Diesel Makes History with First-Ever Diesel 3-Second Pass
The Hot Shot’s Secret sponsored Firepunk Diesel S10 truck added a new chapter to the drag racing history books by achieving what was once thought to be impossible – a diesel-powered vehicle running an 1/8th mile pass in under 4 seconds. Based out of Ohio, Firepunk Diesel’s S10 went down to Georgia to compete on
Mild vs. Wild – Horsepower at Any Cost (Diesel Edition) Ep. 2
In this episode of Mild vs. Wild, we take a trip to Cambridge, OH to visit D&J Precision Machine to discuss their 6.7L HP Reman Extreme Cummins build and their 6.7L-based Enforcer engine for competition use. Find out what makes these builds special and what you might be able to get with your engine build
Ambient Temperatures and Diesel Engines
You’ve probably seen or maybe you’ve even been a diesel truck stuck on the side of the road in the winter. What happened? They took a load of fuel that wasn’t ready for that day’s ambient temperature. Because diesel fuel can gel/freeze due to large temperature swings, we discuss reasons why diesel owners should be
Bullet Proof Diesel All-Aluminum Intercooler
This unit boasts aluminum hose connections with a direct fit and function.
Hot Shot’s Secret to Sponsor Hole Shot Diesel Series
Diesel drag racing is returning to the West Coast after a two year hiatus with a new series and title sponsor. Hot Shot’s Secret will be the title sponsorship of the Hole Shot Diesel Series. With the closure of the National Hot Rod Diesel Association (NHRDA), the West Coast was without a diesel race series. Hot
Mild vs Wild – Horsepower At Any Cost (Diesel Edition) Ep. 1
Engine Builder editors Greg Jones and Brendan Baker take a trip to Canton, OH to visit Justin Zeigler and the guys at Zeigler Diesel Performance. Why? To discuss building up a pair of Gen 3 5.9L Cummins engines on both a mild budget and a wild budget. What build has more bang for the buck?
GM Says it Plans to Eliminate Gas & Diesel Cars/SUVs by 2035
According to a report by The Washington Post, General Motors announced it will end the sale of all gasoline and diesel passenger cars and SUVs by 2035. The announcement marks a major turning point for GM with a future focused on new electric vehicles. GM chief executive Mary Barra said the company will eliminate all