Post Your Successful Diesel Mods At Dieseldatabase

By Dean Isaacson | Published: 7 Mar 2011

Have you completed a successful mod on your diesel truck? and did you take pictures and discovered tips that might help others? Your post is welcome here. All you have to do is register on this site. Then contact us via the the contact form on the ABOUT page (see menu), letting us know you […]

Another Pyrometer Installation

By unknown | Published: 23 Oct 2010

A. THERMOCOUPLE INSTALLATION – The R650 Thermocouple mounts into a 1/4″ pipe thread. If the exhaust manifold is already drilled and tapped, install the thermocouple at that location. If none is provided, make a 3/4″ hole in the exhaust pipe, not more than 6″ below the exhaust-manifold-to-exhaust-pipe connection and weld the R680 bushing into the […]

Dodge Diesel Injector Comparisons

By unknown | Published: 23 Oct 2010

By popular demand our customers have asked us to show a comparison between the Bosch 275hp RV injector and the Diesel Dynamics True Torque II injector series. This graph shows typical gains with the 275hp RV injectors and DD stages 1,2, and 3. This is a graph of a 99 Cummins Ram with Std Transmission. […]

Boost Gauge Installation on Dodge Cummins

By Andy | Published: 23 Oct 2010

1. A hole must be drilled and tapped into the intake crossover pipe for a boost source. 2. Remove the hose from the intake crossover pipe and push a rag well into the pipe past the point to be drilled and tapped. This will prevent chips from entering the engine. 3. Drill through the back […]

Stewart Warner B749 Gauge Install Sheet

By unknown | Published: 10 Nov 2010

Click the link below for the pdf version of Stewart Warner B749 Gauge Install Sheet Stewart Warner B749 Gauge Install Sheet [thanks to Stewart Warner used with permission]

P Pump Cutaway

By dieselminded | Published: 23 Oct 2010

I snapped these Photos at SDX Aneroid Fuel Plate Governor Arm Governor Spring Cover and Throttle Cable Connection Point Governor Springs Pump Cam Delivery Valves Together

Stewart Warner B822 Steering Column Pod Install Sheet

By unknown | Published: 10 Nov 2010

Click the link below for the pdf version of Stewart Warner B822 Steering Column Pod Install Sheet Stewart Warner B822 Steering Column Pod Install Sheet [thanks to Stewart Warner used with permission]

A Recommendation for Trailer Pullers

By Wes Bailor | Published: 23 Oct 2010

I pull a 27 foot fifth-wheel RV trailer. I’ve had it all over the West. As you know, there is a hill or two out here. In fact just south of my town, Bend, Oregon, there is a grade that slowed my previous truck with this trailer to 45 mph top speed. I’ve always hated […]

Port and Polishing

By unknown | Published: 23 Oct 2010

First, you will need cutters. In the next photo you will see some of the cutters I use for this. On the right are metal cutters. These cost $20 to $75 each, so choose wisely. In the middle are sanding cones. I use #80-100-220-240 grit. I use a long mandrel and a (not shown) short […]

Vulcan Performance Fueling Upgrade Installation

By dieselminded | Published: 10 Nov 2010

Work Performed on 2002 CTD My truck has an existing Carter Pusher Pump. I’m using the Vulcan Kit to Replace all the restrictive banjo Fittings and fuel lines. Estimated Time of completion : 3 Hrs Kit includes: Stainless Steel Vulcan Full Flow Fittings, Vulcan integrated fuel pressure adaptor (00-02 only), 30R7 fuel line, extended pump […]

Installing a Banks Technicooler

By Dean Isaacson | Published: 3 Jun 2010

Breathing is one of the basic elements of life. That’s the way God made our bodies and it is embodied in the DNA of the diesel engine. It is ironic that when diesel enthusiasts talk about mods, the first element that comes up is most always the chip. No chip, however, can develop its full […]

24V Transmission Pan Comparisons

By dieselminded | Published: 24 Oct 2010

By adding an increased capacity transmission pan you decrease your fluid temperature and prolong the life of your transmission. Here are some options: Hughes (www.hughesperformance.com) Bolt on deep transmission pans are made from cast aluminum and designed with cooling fins to dissipate heat quicker. Cast aluminum pans hold approximately 2 to 4 extra quarts of […]

On Board Air Tank

By dzljim | Published: 23 Oct 2010

It’s always handy to have compressed air with you for filling your flat tires, other people’s flat tires, air horns, blowing mulch or straw out of your bed, the list can go on and on.  I use compressed air mainly for my air horns. I’ve had a 9 gallon air tank in my aluminum bed […]

Propane Kit Comparison

By dieselminded | Published: 23 Oct 2010

When Propane is added to the air intake usually the horn it ensures that all the Diesel is turned into Power. When propane is used properly, it will keep your engine cleaner with less carbon buildup and cleaner oil. Propane is a high-octane fuel and burns slower and longer therefore, propane will help diesel burn […]

Gauge Installation Prep

By dieselminded | Published: 23 Oct 2010

This is a NEW USERS guide to gauge install preparation. I wish that I had something similar to this when I started this project. So I have assembled the information in this document with the goal of helping people to prepare for installing gauges. Some of This information has been obtained from Turbo Diesel Registry […]

Rim Fit

By unknown | Published: 23 Oct 2010

I used fellow TDR member JPittinger’s advice and did the following: Jack up the vehicle, take off rear tires/rims, install 2 lug nuts to hold the drum on. Start the truck, put it in 1st and low range of the transfer case – this makes the drums turn REAL SLOW. If you have an auto, […]