Do Not Flash
Many diesel owners risk losing their performance tune when service or repairs are made to their truck. Thankfully, Daystar has come up with the ultimate, simple reminder for techs working on your programmed Ford, Ram, or GM. Its plug replaces the factory cover on your OBDII port under the dash and lets the dealership know to not reflash your computer. OBDII plugs retail for just $14.99, and makes a cool diesel truck accessories gift.
Daystar
(800) 595-7659 www.daystarweb.com
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products do Not Flash Cover
Ashtray Mount
Have you purchased EFILive tunes and a DSP5 switch for your Duramax but dont want to drill a permanent hole in your dash to mount it? Check out the consumer-invented ashtray mount, available through Adrenaline Truck Performance. Made of cold-rolled steel and powdercoated black, this cool diesel truck accessories part can be installed in 10 minutes without drilling any holes. It takes advantage of the seldom-used ashtray in your truck and leaves your on-the-fly tuning options within reach.
Adrenaline Truck Performance
(208) 685-1000 www.atptrucks.com
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products ashtray Mount
P-pump Your 24-valve
Ready to add serious horsepower and reliability to your 98½ to 02 5.9L Cummins? Scheid Diesels Dodge conversion kit comes with everything you need to install a mechanical, Bosch P7100 injection pump on your 24-valve engine. Kits include the gear housing and gasket, front cover oil seal, timing plug, pump bracket, brace, drive gear, throttle kit, cam sensor adapter, mild steel fuel lines, and all hardware. Injection pump not included.
Scheid Diesel
(888) 669-1593 www.scheiddiesel.com
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products p Pump Kit
5-Inch Lift
Rough Country Suspension recently upgraded its 5-inch lift kit line for 03 to 13 Dodge 2500 and 3500 models. All the companys 5-inch systems now include its popular N2.0 shocks and fabricated rear blocks at no extra cost. In addition, the companys Standard Series kits now include a new control arm drop bracket solution for ¾-ton trucks. The improved driveline geometry leads to better ride quality and driveability.
Rough Country Suspension Products
(800) 222-7023 www.roughcountry.com
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products ram Truck Rough Country Suspension
Stealthy Super Duty
The latest in Road Armors distinctive line of bumpers is the Stealth Bumper with square light mounts for 11 to 12 Ford Super Dutys. Bumpers have a faceted 316-inch outer shell, ¼-inch-thick internal mounting brackets and gussets, and .120-wall guard tubing. The Stealth features recessed light pods for square LED lights, fully welded front and back shackle mounts, and can house up to a 12,000-pound non-integrated winch (some applications can mount a 16.5 Warn).
Road Armor
(877) 294-2726 www.roadarmor.com
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products road Armor Bumper
Cooler Allison
Excess heat is the primary killer of transmissions. Thats why PPE has released its Performance Transmission Cooler for the Allison 1000. The bolt-on replacement part is designed to increase transmission life and is intended for enthusiasts who tow, race, or drive their truck hard. PPEs coolers provide a 60 percent increase in surface area for more heat rejection and can be installed in 30 minutes (01 to 05 cooler shown up top, 06 to 10 shown on bottom).
PPE
(714) 985-4825 www.ppediesel.com
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products allison Transmission Cooler
Ultimate Engine Hoist
American Engine Hoist offers one of the most feature-oriented cherry pickers on the market. The hoist has a 2,000-pound-capacity winch that allows for horizontal and side-to-side movement. Its also mated to an engine stand and has an integrated toolbox, a built-in leveling system, and even a web camera thats Internet-ready. The innovative hydraulic lift is made in America and utilizes .250-wall tubing.
American Engine Hoist
(208) 938-3970
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products ultimate Engine Hoist
Space place
A.R.E.s new SpaceKap CAT slip-in truck cap is ideal for plumbers, electricians, and contractors who dont need or want to use a van. Standard units are available for 6- and 8-foot beds and feature double-sided fiberglass walls, LED lighting, stainless steel hinges, interior wood rails to attach shelving, and 40/60 rear doors. A second version of the SpaceKap CAT can be had with full-length side-access doors, interior shelving, and sliding trays.
A.R.E.
(330) 830-7800 www.4are.com
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products a R E Spacekap
Billet Step
Looking for an easier way to access the bed of your truck? Defenderworx has launched the billet-aluminum Hitch Step. It simply installs in your hitch receiver, provides a more effective and functional way to reach cargo than climbing onto the rear bumper, and can hold up to 250 pounds. When the step isnt in use, it doubles as a decorative hitch cover as well.
Defenderworx
(714) 630-9700, www.defenderworx.com
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products ford Billet Step
First-Gen Exhaust
Is your 89 to 93 Dodge in need of an exhaust upgrade or replacement? Diamond Eye Performances newest diesel exhaust system is now available for Dodges oldest Cummins-powered trucks. The company says its 4-inch, mandrel-bent, aluminized, turbo-back system will wake up first-gen trucks with a horsepower and torque increase. Diamond Eyes system also features a CNC-machined end-form for superior fit and finish.
Diamond Eye Performance
(800) 635-9950, www.diamondeyeperformance.com
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products first Gen Dodge Exhaust Diamond Eye Performance
37-inch Claw
Mickey Thompsons Baja Claw tire can now be had in a 37x12.5R17 size. This makes it the ninth size available for the popular off-road radial. According to the company, mud scoops strategically placed on the outer tread blockand the directional 23-degree tread lugsmake the Baja Claw the ultimate rockcrawling, rugged terrain tire. Thanks to its extra-wide footprint and decoupling grooves in the tread, it can flex and conform to irregular surfaces.
Mickey Thompson
(330) 688-4538 www.mickeythompsontires.com
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products mickey Thompson Baja Claw
Competition Turbo
Precision Turbo and Engines latest addition to its line of race turbochargers is the PT8891 CEA. The competition-grade unit features a CNC-machined, CEA (competition engineered aerodynamics) 88mm forged-aluminum compressor wheel, and a high-flow, 91mm turbine wheel. Turbos are available in a journal bearing, 360-degree thrust bearing center cartridge configuration, or with an air-cooled, dual-ceramic-ball bearing centersection. Turbine housing options are T5 .96 A/R, or T5 1.08 A/R. The PT8891 CEA can support up to 1,525 flywheel horsepower.
Precision Turbo and Engine
(219) 996-7832 www.precisionturbo.net
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products precision Turbo
Water-Meth For RVs
Snow Performances MPG-Max water-methanol system for diesel pusher RVs can yield a 1- to 3-mpg increase. Special mapping and a new, 2D digital injection management controller injects a steady spray of water-methanol across the entire power curve (and even while cruising) for a typical fuel economy increase of 6 to 12 percent. The companys system reduces NOx and particulate emissions, doesnt adversely affect the diesel particulate filter, can add 70 hp or more, and can provide an EGT drop of up to 250 degrees. A dash-mounted, real-time display module replaces the need for gauges.
Snow Performance
(866) 365-2762, www.snowperformance.net
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products snow Performance Water Methanol Kit
Frigid Conditions Synthetic
One of the most recognized names in the engine oil industry is Shell. The companys newest full synthetic lubricant, Rotella T6 0W-40, was designed for diesel engines operating in extremely cold environments. The low-viscosity oil uses free-flowing synthetic base oils, which allows for reliable pumping on start-up, yet remains thick enough at operating temp to protect against engine wear. It meets the following specifications: API CJ-4, API SN, Volvo VDS-3, Mack EO-N, and Caterpillar ECF-3, ECF-2, ECF-1A.
Shell Rotella
www.rotella.com
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products rotella Oil
Level It
Ready to see your 94 to 12 Ram sit level in your driveway? Performance Accessories 2-inch leveling kit is an affordable, reliable way to raise your trucks ride height. Its system includes high-grade, polyurethane coil spring spacers, which replace the factory units and provide the added lift up front. The companys leveling kit maintains the factory ride quality and is 100 percent manufactured in the U.S.A. Lifting or leveling aren't usually filed under our cool diesel truck accessories list, but for the price they're hard to beat.
Performance Accessories
(928) 636-7080 www.p-a-g.net
| may 2013 Parts Bin Diesel Products performance Accessories Leveling Kit
Thanks for reading this month's Parts Bin. We like to share with you the latest diesel parts and upgrades available on the market that we think are worthwhile. Company's new product lines and diesel truck accessories like for instance Road Armors Stealth Bumpers for Super Duty trucks and Performance Accessories Ram 2-Inch Leveling Kit and are what we tend to cover, as well as other products that aren't necessarily new but that we are familiar with and like.
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