Diesel Performance

Hey, all you proud diesel enthusiests out there. I know alot of you own trucks with the new Cummins 6.7L engine. I also know that there has been some emissions issues with these trucks. I personally have worked on many under warranty and customer pay that have these issues, any where from egr problems soot build up in egr and turbo, to having the whole dpf system replaced due to plugged soot accumulators. So many of you want to get rid of this system and want to and monster power to your 6.7L. You probably have heard a lot of hype about this subject its very touchy because of warranties being voided, but I am gonna set you straight and tell you some performance tips and addons that will make your 6.7L a beast. This engine was built to work it is strong and reliable but I want to help you squeeze out all the power and torque you can.
To start we will cover the intake, emmission system and dpf performance. Ok want you want to start with your intake so you can let your engine breath better. The air intake system is one of the most common and least expensive performance modifications. I personally recommend the S&B Filters Cold Air Intake Kit. Flows 37.7% Better than the Stock Intake and 99.24% Efficient @ 642 CFM. The filter protects your engine from iso course dust. The list price is reasonable at only $283.16. This intake is very easy to install with minimum tools.
Now that you have modified your intake, and your engine is breathing cool air more easily you are going to makes some changes to your egr and emissions system. This mod is going to be fairly expensive but will pay for it self with big power gains. First things first you want to remove your egr valve and egr cooler and install delete kits for both. Note this is for "off-road" use only and must be used with a DPF delete kit. The delete kit i recommend for the Egr/cooler is from Pure Cummins Diesel Performance, unlike others there kits keep the coolant in the block. Also you are going to have to mod your exhaust system, which means removing the nox absorber, cat, and dpf. This is a pretty extensive mod and you need a good set of tools and mechanical ability. If you not sure about your mechanical ability there are many reputible companies that will install aftermarket parts for you. I also do diesel performance and would be happy to perform the work if your in the Corpus Christi area. You can contact me by email goldsmithdieselperformance@yahoo.com. The Dpf delete kit I reccomend is on this site http://www.puredpfdelete.com/catalog/dodge/dodge-DPF-delete-electronics.php. you will have to remove the complete exhaust system install a jumper harness and emulator. I also recommend XRT Race Tuner XRT racing kits are engineered to take your 6.7L Cummins to the next level. Better flow, better throttle response, and HUGE POWER GAINS are just few of the advantages you will gain with an XRT racing kit from Pure DPF Delete. After these mods you will definitley see some big power gains. Next time we will talk about modding the low and high pressure fuel systems.

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Side Car on Motorcycle

   Did you know that the side car's that you can put on your bike make it difficult to ride. One of the harder things about riding with side car is turning.The side car makes it very difficult to turn exspecialy to the right.


"From what we've been told, riding a motorcycle with a sidecar is a unique experience requiring massive amounts of upper body effort. With three wheels instead of two, riders can't use the textbook press-and-lean method to negotiate turns. This rider apparently missed that memo. While tackling the infamous Mulholland Drive just outside of Los Angeles, this sidecar rider employed a unique method for kicking around the road's multiple switchbacks. By shoving the sidecar into the air, the bike regains its ability to yaw far to the left. Very impressive, but what happens when the same technique is applied for a quick right-hander?

We're guessing tragedy. Likewise, we can imagine throwing a passenger into the sidecar mix would make for an additional challenge. Hit the jump to check out the video for yourself."

http://www.autoblog.com/2012/03/19/sidecar-acrobatics-up-mulholland-are-the-definition-of-insane-a/#continued

Edelbrock Adds 363 hp Chevy 350 Crate Motor to its Lineup

     Edelbrock, a trusted performance leader for nearly 70 years, has added another small block to its line of Performer Crate Engines. Edelbrock engineers have used their dyno-proven Total Power Package recipe to assemble the all-new Performer roller-cammed crate engine. Their newest offering is a 350ci small-block Chevy boasting a stout 363 horsepower and 405 ft/lbs of torque, perfect for any daily driver, performance-oriented truck, or anyone who wants an impressive torque curve and reliable performance. Like all Edelbrock crate engines, it's available with an array of options that are sure to suit nearly any desire. Read more »

how get the best gas mileage

Before You Travel

• Try to purchase your gas at the coolest time of day. Gas is densest at these times, so you’ll get more out of the volume.
• Use your manufacturer's recommended type of motor oil to increase your gas mileage up to 2%.
• When starting your car, you don’t need to run it for more than 45 seconds. After that, you are just wasting fuel.
• Regular tune ups can save an average of 4%.
• Replacing a dirty air filter can increase gas mileage up to 10%.
• Make sure tires are pressurized to the maximum limit provided by the manufacturer.
• Traveling on deep tire tread dramatically reduces fuel efficiency. Remove unnecessary devices such as snow tires if they aren’t needed.

On the Road

• Don’t start and stop your engine multiple times. Idling for one minute consumes the same amount of gas as starting your engine.
• The faster you travel the more gas you consume. If you travel at 55 mph you will save close to 21% more on your gas mileage versus traveling 10-15 miles over.
• When you are approaching a hill or incline, make sure to accelerate before you reach the hill to avoid using excess gas to get the same result ON the hill.
• Avoid driving on rough roads, they can decrease your gas mileage by 30%.
• Did you know that if you travel at the legal speed limit continuously you increase your chances for hitting green lights? The fewer stoplights and less stopping/slowing the better when it comes to saving fuel.
• Use cruise control for highway traveling.

What to Look for When Buying a Used Car

                I think used cars are a great way to save some money, instead of buying a brand new car you can get a nice used car for usually half the cost. But you need to be careful when buying a used car from a private seller. Also there are some things you’re going to want to check and find out about the car.

1.       You want to check the car’s history.  You want to be looking for things like how many people have owned it, and has it ever been in a wreck.

2.       On the of the first questions you want to ask the seller is How many miles are on the car because this can help you determine the value before you even look at the car.

3.       You want to figure out why the seller is selling the car and figure out what condition they think the car is in.

4.       Ask the seller where they got the car from; best answer is they are the original owner.

5.       Ask the seller what kind of oil they use in the car. This can give you an idea if they did regular maintenance to the car or not by the way they answer. If they know right off hand what type they use then usually they have done regular maintenance.

6.       Figure out how long of a drive the seller is willing to let you take. You usually what to take about a 30minute drive and you want to try and test the car it different ways like on the high way and on a winedy road.

7.       See if the seller is willing to let you get it inspected.

You can also do your own inspection on the engine before taking it to your mechanic for a thorough inspection. You can check some of the simple things like check the oil level. If the oil level is low it could indicate that the car is burning oil. You want to look and see if there is a bunch of oil all over the engine because if there is that could mean there is a broken gasket somewhere. Check all your other fluid levels also. Once it passes your inspection then you can take it to a certified mechanic to have it thoroughly checked. You want to try and learn everything about the car that way you’re not going to have any surprises once you buy it.