1. The first resolution is one that you really should be doing already. Change your oil every 5,000 miles (or the recommended interval in your owner’s manual.) This is something that is vital to the longevity of your engine, but can sometimes get overlooked. If you do your own oil changes, make sure to write …
Bypass filters: What are they? And why do I need one? These are questions I hear frequently from customers who see bypass oil filters on the market. Let’s look at what a bypass filter does to get a better idea of why it might benefit the everyday pickup driver. The stock (OEM) oil filter on …
Did you know Veteran’s Day use to be Armistice Day? The name was officially changed in 1954 by President Eisenhower. Originally Armistice Day (Veteran’s Day) was commemorated by President Wilson in 1919 in remembrance of the those who fought and served during the First World War. It wasn’t until after the Second World War and …
It is getting to that time of year when the temperature is dropping and diesels aren’t particularly fond of the cold weather, especially when it gets below 0° F. Treating fuel with an anti-gel should be pretty easy, you should be able to just dump it in and be on your way right? Well almost… …
Wouldn’t it be nice to just do one or two great workouts and have your dream beach body for summer? Unfortunately it doesn’t work like that. Even if you’ve achieved your goal of having your body ready for the beach this summer you still have to maintain your physique by exercising at least 3 to …
April is National Truck tune-up Month so spring into action and follow these 5 basic maintenance procedures that you can perform this weekend. This will ensure your truck is in great shape for the summer driving season! Check all fluids, including engine oil, power steering, brake and transmission as well as windshield washer solvent and …
Some people seem to be concerned with upsetting the blend of the oil. Most of these are the same additives used in manufacturing the oil. Hot Shot’s Secret Stiction Eliminator is balanced as a package by itself. In other words there is enough detergent to offset the dispersant. So adding it doesn’t change anything in …
“In regards to the newly formulated Diesel Extreme: it is a semi-annual treatment. We are almost done with the “everyday”version of the Diesel Extreme. Currently it is called Diesel Extreme Maintenance, however before we move forward, we are looking to change the name so that it differentiates itself from Diesel Extreme. Diesel Extreme is a semi-annual treatment. “Diesel Extreme Maintenance” Hot Shot’s Secret …
“The best way to describe the difference between our Diesel Extreme and Everyday Diesel Treatment [EDT] fuel additives is simple. I like to use the analogy of going to the dentist. Think of it in this way: To treat your truck with our Diesel Extreme formula is like taking your engine for a cleaning at the dentist. …