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What A Stud

TrackTech releases the strongest head studs in their class for Power Stroke, Duramax, and Cummins pickup trucks. These studs are tested and validated at 240,000psi using state-of-the-art UTM tensile testing machines, making them one of the strongest on the market for their purpose and price range.

In addition to lab testing, these head studs are tested on the track under the harshest conditions. They stand up to the most demanding situations even when other brands fail. TrackTech offers a range of head studs and fasteners as well as complete gasket kits. (www.tracktechfasteners.com)

RBP Wheels

Rolling Big Power has introduced a new wheel: the 88R Tribute. It’s available in sizes of 20×10, 20×12, 22×10, 22×14 and 24×14 and in three finishes: black with machined accents, chrome or full black. RBP wheels are designed for trucks, both lifted and non-lifted, that demand large custom wheels to deliver the power you need. With its unique styles, RBP will stand your truck out from the crowd. These wheels are crafted from the highest quality aluminum alloy and available in a large array of designs and finishes.

RBP wheels are made by adhering to the most advanced standards for design and quality. They’re computer-measured for bolt-patterns and size before they’re manufactured. The alloy is then melted down, cooled, and trimmed of eX3 metal. Once an RBP wheel is trimmed, it’s given its design and detail then heated once again and applied with the finish of your choice. (www.rollingbigpower.com)

A Champion’s Oil

Canister of Champion's RX-454 penetrating oil

Penetrating oil, also known as penetrating fluid, is a very low-viscosity oil. It provides assistance to parts like nuts and bolts, because it can penetrate into the narrow space between the threads of two parts. It can also be used as a cleaner; however, it should not be used as a general-purpose lubricant or a corrosion stopper as it will evaporate in a short amount of time.

Champion’s RX-454 can also be used to remove chewing gum, adhesive stickers and can be used to lessen friction on metal-stringed musical instruments. It lightly lubricates and stops rust. It can quiet squeaks and won’t harm rubber, plastics or painted surfaces. (www.championbrands.com)

Revolution In A Trailer Hitch

CURT, supplier of a complete line of towing products and a top manufacturer of USA-made custom-fit trailer hitches, has introduced a revolutionary new trailer coupler that completely does away with the traditional latch design.

The CURT QuickPin trailer coupler is the first of its kind, engineered to answer the problem of complicated hinging components on a traditional latch-style coupler. Instead of a latch that is prone to rust and wear, QuickPin uses a single hitch pin to secure the coupler onto the ball. The simple pin design provides a secure vehicle-trailer connection while reducing stress, frustration and the time it takes to hook up your trailer. (www.curtmfg.com)

WAI Alternators

WAI commits to being “first-to-market” with the latest and most complete coverage for 100 percent new heavy-duty alternators. WAI’s complete line of alternators are ideal for class one to class eight trucks and construction equipment.

Millions of units have been installed and tested to OEM specifications and include premium brand TRANSPO electronics manufactured by WAI, as well as premium grade WBD bearings. WAI alternators boast a high level of proven performance with thorough testing of output current at idle and full-load RPMs. Additionally, validation testing for all products includes endurance, humidity, power thermal cycling, vibration, salt spray and thermal shock. New alternators result in warranty rate reduction through extended field life of new units. Computerized test sheets are included in every box. (www.waiglobal.com)

A Potential Lifesaving Jumpstart

A jumpstart pack can be a lifesaver if you’re on the side of the road with a dead battery and no one is around to help. AutoMeter’s E-POWER 800 has a lithium-ion power pack to save the day with 400 cold cranking amps and 800 peak amps of power—enough to jumpstart a battery up to 20 times on a single charge. The E-POWER 800 has three quick-charging USB ports that can power a smartphone, tablet, laptop, digital camera or other USB-enabled device. That’s a big deal when the power goes out in your house or if you’re camping. (www.summitracing.com)

Stylish Turbos

ProSource Diesel's red, white and black turbos

These new turbos are capable of supporting up to 650 RWHP and like Spoologic’s Power Stroke and Duramax turbos, these units feature exclusive Spoologic upgrades including custom designed and manufactured oversized compressor wheels, upgraded and oversized turbine shafts, exclusive anti-surge rings, upgraded wastegate actuators, and more.

Spoologic’s data-driven approach to design and manufacturing is based on testing in the lab, on the bench, on the street and on the strip. To ensure quality and longevity these are brand-new Spoologic turbos, not re-manufactured units.

The turbos are available in red, black or raw finish and feature the Spoologic name molded into the housing. Finally, these turbos are backed by a one-year warranty featuring Spoologic’s exclusive 48-Hour Warranty Repair Guarantee which means that within 48-hours of receiving a turbo in their warehouse, Spoologic will have it fixed and shipped out to the customer. (www.prosourcediesel.com)

S&S Conversion Kit

S&S Diesel's No Tuning Required 2019+ RAM CP3 Conversion Kit

Cummins has a trustworthy reputation for rock-solid durability and worry-free performance. The one chink in the armor is the Bosch CP4.2 high pressure pump. In contrast to Cummins, it has a bad reputation for premature failure and destroying the entire high-pressure fuel system with fine metal debris.

There’s now a refined solution. At the heart of the S&S Diesel Motorsport No Tuning Required 2019+ RAM CP3 Conversion Kit is a brand-new Bosch CP3NH base pump that is internally modified for improved durability, high-speed performance, and tuning-free rail pressure control. The ultra-reliable CP3 is combined with OE-grade components for a truly refined kit that looks as if it came out of the Cummins Mid-Range Engine Plant in Columbus, Ind. (www.ssdiesel.com)

Sinister Radiator Cover

Sinister Diesel’s Radiator Support/Cover for the 1994-1997 old body style (OBS) Ford 7.3L Power Stroke trucks provides enhanced bracing and protection for the top of your radiator while adding a great eye-catching look for underneath your hood. The main body of the support is constructed from rigid 1/8-inch 5052 aluminum and powder-coated in Sinister Gray. The Sinister Diesel name is laser-cut revealing a 12-gauge 6062 aluminum backing plate that’s powder-coated in Sinister Blue to really jazz up your engine bay. The radiator grommet mounts are made with a dimple die for extra strength. New serrated nuts are provided to lock your Radiator Support in place and resist backing out. (www.sinisterdiesel.com)

Bigger And Better

This brand-new oversize PPE Filter has double the specially engineered filter media equaling 522 square inches. A perforated metal center core provides media support. Blow-by is eliminated by a coil spring. This filter also includes an integrated magnet to catch ferrous metals and a silicone anti-drain-back valve to prevent the passage of dirty oil. The bypass valve has a stiffer spring and a rubber seal. The thicker base plate also has 49 percent larger passages for higher flow. (www.ppepower.com)

Find Some Traction

Auburn Gear announced the introduction of its new GRIP-N-LOC brand, representing a new line of limited slip differentials designed for longer life and superior traction in tough conditions; and supported by a two-year warranty.

GRIP-N-LOC is a new limited slip differential that utilizes Cone-Clutch technology to impart a bias across the axle when one of the wheels experiences low traction. When one wheel begins to slip, internal mechanisms within the differential begin to take grip. As wheel slippage increases so does the gripping force. GRIP-N-LOC is well suited for racing and light truck applications where increased traction is a must. (www.auburngear.com)

All-Aluminum

Bullet Proof Diesel's BulletProof EGR cooler

Bullet Proof Diesel, known for its diesel reliability products, has released a new, all-aluminum intercooler for the Ford 2003-2007 F-Series Power Stroke diesel engines.

With a track record of more than a decade, Bullet Proof Diesel revolutionized the light truck diesel segment with the advent of the BulletProof EGR cooler, BulletProof oil cooling systems, all-aluminum radiators and is now offering an all-aluminum tank intercooler for the Ford 6.0L Power Strokes.

This unit also boasts aluminum hose connections with a direct fit and function on the 2003-2007 Ford F-Series 6.0L Power Stroke as well as the 2003-2005 Ford Excursions with the 6.0L diesel engine.

A tougher built design is integral to the durability of the component. This unit does not have the plastic tanks like the OEM replacement and offers all-aluminum hose connections to alleviate the worry of plastic cracking and failing. (www.bulletproofdiesel.com)