As a silver sponsor of the Ultimate Callout Challenge and exhibitor at this weekend’s annual Diesel Performance Industry Expo held simultaneously, Hot Shot’s Secret was able to be on hand as Lavon Miller of Firepunk Diesel made history to clinch the championship title for the 2nd year in a row! His stats included 1st overall …
The Need for More Fuel Pressure In the 1980’s manufacturers began exploring technical solutions for upcoming emission standards. The limitations of mechanically governed fuel systems that were first introduced in the 1950’s and 60’s were quickly becoming an issue. The primary disadvantage is that mechanical systems pressurized fuel by either an injection pump driven by …
We asked Ford Tech Makuloco about Powerstrokes, here’s what he said. He is the go to source for all Ford questions and problems, make sure to check out his YouTube channel and subscribe for new videos! When I started working with Ford in 2005 I came at a prime time when the 7.3L Powerstroke was …
We’ve all probably been in this situation: a friend, family member, stranger (or worse; a coworker) is moving something and asks to borrow your truck. You’ll feel bad for not helping them out, but is it worth it? And what’s the best way to get out of handing the keys to the freeloader? We asked …
Combat Ultra-Low Sulfur Fuel When you think of a fuel treatment from Hot Shot’s Secret Diesel Extreme probably comes to mind first. Diesel Extreme provides the deepest clean of the fuel system an additive can provide. It’s so concentrated in fact, that it’s recommended you only use it twice a year, or every 6 months. …
1. Start off with something simple, and kinda fun in my opinion. Scrub down the truck, and give it a good wax. This is for more than just looks. For those of us in the rust belt, salt coats the underside of the truck, accelerating the formation of rust wherever it touches. Ideally you have …
Winter time brings all its own challenges, the last thing you need is for your truck to not start one morning because of a bad battery. Here are a few tips to make sure you don’t get stuck at home one morning. 1. When you purchase your next battery, it’s wise to purchase a quality, …
Winter time brings all its own challenges, the last thing you need is for your truck to not start one morning because of a bad battery. Here are a few tips to make sure you don’t get stuck at home one morning. 1. When you purchase your next battery, it’s wise to purchase a quality, …
One of my favorite diagnostic tools to ever be built into an engine management system would have to be the Cylinder Contribution test (power balance for gas engines) used by Ford. If you have spent some time on forums, or in a shop, you may have seen it. A graph with a bar for each …