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 […]

Stabilizer Kit

By unknown | Published: 23 Oct 2010

Complete stabilizer kit. (Patent Pending) ’94 to ’02 4wd model shown. This product will greatly reduce steering “wander” on your late model Dodge pickup. This unit will serve to eliminate sector shaft play in the steering box which is a large contributor to wandering and poor road feel. It also serves to minimize frame flex […]

7.3L Powerstroke Custom Fuel System

By Andy | Published: 23 Oct 2010

Bigger injectors require more fuel. Lots more fuel than what the oem system can put out. And the oem stuff has many faults, which just makes it that much more appealing to replace the whole darn system! I was planning on doing some work to the truck and I knew it would be laid up […]

FASS Install

By unknown | Published: 8 Nov 2010

This link is the pdf file for the FASS Install guide. [Thanks Diesel Performance Products] FASS Install

Dodge Cummins Fan Removal

By unknown | Published: 23 Oct 2010

The thread is left hand; from the front of the engine you turn the wrench to the right (toward the driver side). Do this when the engine is cool. Some people pull the entire fan/hub assembly out past the radiator shroud, others remove the fan first, then remove the hub. In many cases, a drift […]

Bronco Fuel Tank Mod

By dzljim | Published: 23 Oct 2010

When I upgraded my Fuel System pick-ups and returns, and try to plumb a balance line between the front and rear tanks. I found out that the Broncos used a single 33 gallon rear mounted tank. With the combined capacity of about 38 gallons using the OEM F-series tanks, I figured I could loose the […]

Efficient Engine Montoring

By dieselminded | Published: 10 Nov 2010

PYRO: Temperatures will vary whenever the throttle is moved or the terrain changes. The peak number is the most important while towing, the ISB can be safely run up to 1450 for short bursts and 1350 all day long. This number is strongly affected by modifications weather it be Air flow or Fuel delivery. If […]

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 […]

Dodge 12V Cummins Fuel Shutdown Solenoid

By unknown | Published: 23 Oct 2010

To check the fuel solenoid adjustment: 1. Turn the key on but do not bump the starter 2. Get under hood and pull up the solenoid by hand (it will stay up when you let go). 3. Measure from the bottom of the solenoid mounting bracket to the top of the lever pin as shown […]

Stewart Warner B759 LED Light Kit Install Sheet

By unknown | Published: 10 Nov 2010

Click the link below for the pdf version of Stewart Warner B759 LED Light Kit Install Sheet Stewart Warner B759 LED Light Kit Install Sheet [thanks to Stewart Warner used with permission]

Gear Ratio Spreadsheet

By Tim Livingston | Published: 10 Nov 2010

Click the link below for the excel version of Gear Ratio Spreadsheet Gear Ratio Spreadsheet

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, […]

Dodge Cummins 12V Dowel Repair

By unknown | Published: 22 Oct 2010

Several people on the TDR website showed interest in learning more about the work involved in replacing a broken timing gear housing from damage caused by the upper dowel pin working its way loose. You first remove the bumper, fan, radiator and loosen the A/C condenser. It is possible to remove the intercooler without breaking […]

Tips & Tricks for Better Fuel Economy

By Andy | Published: 24 Oct 2010

1. Air up your tires.Keeping your tires aired up to manufacturers specs can help your fuel economy up. 2. Leave your tailgate up!The tailgate up creates a vortex behind the cab which pushes air up over the tailgate. The tailgate down allows the air to push down on the bed creating drag. 3. Be easy […]

Cummins Diesel Fan Belt Replacement

By unknown | Published: 23 Oct 2010

1. Remove the belt by inserting the drive nose of a 3/8″ ratchet into the square hole in the idler pulley. Use the ratchet to unload the idler tension from the belt by rotating the ratchet counterclockwise as viewed from the front of the engine. The best position for the ratchet is almost straight up […]

Stewart Warner B774 In-Dash Mount Bracket Install Sheet

By unknown | Published: 10 Nov 2010

Click the link below for the pdf version of Stewart Warner B774 In-Dash Mount Bracket Install Sheet Stewart Warner B774 In-Dash Mount Bracket Install Sheet [thanks to Stewart Warner used with permission]