Engine

Many years ago, a certain enthusiastic magazine editor was making good progress on his C10 project, but then that same editor decided it would be cool to have two C10 projects going simultaneously, and the rest is history. Well, more like history still waiting to be made. To be fair, there has been a ton

If you use a gasoline-powered V-8 pickup or SUV to tow a trailer, chances are you’re going to eventually have an exhaust leak caused by broken manifold bolts or studs. We have a 2004 Dodge Durango with the aluminum-head 5.7L Hemi that we purchased brand new. In addition to regular commuting duties we frequently use

Read More on Improving Performance! Most Popular ECM Programmers for Diesel Trucks Low-Buck Power: Three Cheap Performance Upgrades for New Trucks Is Diesel Tuning Dead? We recently discussed diesel programmers and the role they play in our pursuit of higher performance. Although the OBD-II-driven devices have many different functions, changing the parameters in a late-model

Cooling is one of the most important mechanical areas of any pickup. If you’re planning on pushing a truck to its limits, you need a cooling system that’s up to the challenge. And while most OEM cooling systems do the job adequately there’s something to be said for having a decent buffer against complete and

The phrase “there are levels to this (expletive)” is easily applied to modifying a diesel pickup truck; especially enhancing its engine’s performance. Powertrain upgrades typically range from proverbial “wild to mild,” and of course, their cost increases exponentially based on whatever changes are made. For diesel rigs later than 1994, all roads to managing engine

So, you’ve gone and taken the plunge. You did your research, shopped for the “best deal,” and purchased a new pickup truck (for this discussion, diesel or gas doesn’t matter). When it comes to modifying and making changes, some of the people reading this probably are content with never, ever doing anything to their new

Normally, when issues like damage and high mileage make replacing the cylinder heads on a 6.6L Duramax diesel engine necessary, most people use rebuilt stock heads. This has been the standard practice because replacement aftermarket heads—especially aluminum—simply aren’t available in massive quantities. Enthusiasts in search of more power are in a similar situation, relying on