BY MIKE KOCHHEISER, Lubrication Specialties, Inc. The efficiency of fuel filters has come a long way over the past decade. In fact, most common rail engines being produced today include a factory fuel filter rated at a 2-5 micron efficiency, while just a few years ago were being produced with a 10-20 micron rating. Although …
We get asked this question frequently, so we’ve decided to explain the differences between the two engine performance products in depth in this article for your convenience. What is Stiction Eliminator? Stiction Eliminator was developed primarily for its cleaning properties, as well as its ability to help prevent any kind of build up inside of …
Want to get off the pavement and see what your truck can do? Here’s 7 off road driving tips to get you off the road (and back on): 1) Plan on getting stuck: If you are going with some buddies and other trucks bring along a heavy duty tow strap, preferably with nylon loops, not …
We asked some professionals in the trucking industry for tips on how they stay awake on those long and late transports. Here’s what they said: Do: Stop for a quick nap. Whether you sneak in a quick twenty minute snooze before hitting the road or pull over for an hour to count sheep, quick naps …
Tips for Improving Fuel Economy: 1. Tires. Monitor your tire pressure every chance you get, otherwise you’re throwing money out the window. Look for low rolling resistance tires next time you shop for tires. The fuel savings over the life of the low rolling resistance tires can completely pay for your next set of tires! …
In life there are few things more expensive than buying a vehicle. Especially when we are talking about diesel trucks. Whether you want to hit 1 million miles or want to enjoy your pride and joy for years to come, here’s a few truck maintenance and protection pointers on how to get the most out …
As Title Sponsor of the NHRDA and Outlaw Diesel Super Series Pro Street class sponsor we get to interact with diesel performance enthusiasts all over the country. Some truck owners have parachutes and nitrous oxide systems; others want to get on the strip for the first time. Let’s talk about drag race truck preparation and …
“The new API ratings began to appear on motor oil containers in December 2016. The new CK-4 rating is backward compatible and replaces the previous CJ-4 rating. It is intended for use with low sulfur (15 ppm or less) diesel fuels. The oil can be used with ultra low or low sulfur fuels, and will …
by Bo Griffith, Certified Diesel Mechanic Ever since diesel pickup trucks started getting popular back in the late 80’s, there has been a debate on which trucks were the best. For the sake of this article, I will try and break down the discussion into several time periods to cover all the iterations of all …