Zach is one of the founders of 8020 Media and a lead writer for DieselIQ. He’s been in the automotive industry for over a decade and has published more than 400 articles for DieselIQ, TuningPro, BMWTuning, & more. His blend of automotive knowledge, writing & research skills, and passion make him an excellent resource for fellow diesel owners. His expertise goes beyond writing and includes a deep knowledge of Cummins and Powerstroke engines, as well as nearly 10 years of DIY experience. Zach is also experienced with tuning and has a wealth of technical knowledge that he brings to every article he writes.
The 5.9 Cummins is legendary in the diesel world for many reasons. However, by modern diesel standards it’s a bit lacking in power and torque. Fortunately, it has plenty of untapped potential. A few basic mods can truly take it to the next level. Among the best upgrades is an intake manifold, also known as…
The 5.9 and 6.7 Cummins diesel engines are common options in Dodge and Ram trucks. These two engines have powered Dodge Ram trucks since 1989. Despite only two primary engine designs for a 30 year span there are many differences. Horsepower and torque can vary wildly by Cummins model year trucks. In this guide, we…
Among the best bolt-on upgrades for the 6.7 Cummins turbodiesel is a downpipe. What is it that makes it such a great mod? In this article, we discuss the benefits of a 6.7 Cummins downpipe and list some of our favorite brands that we recommend to our customers. What Is A Downpipe? The downpipe is…
The 6.7 Cummins in Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks already produces impressive power and torque. However, some owners are always looking for more. Cummins 6.7L diesel engines respond very well to tuning and simple mods. Among those is an intake horn upgrade – also known as the intake manifold. This simple mod offers some awesome…
The Navistar International DT466 7.6L diesel engine is also known as the MaxxForce DT. However, many simply know it as The Legend. It’s best known for its use in the International 4300 medium-duty trucks. Despite their terrific reputation for reliability, the DT466 does suffer from a few common problems with the injector return lines and…
Unlike the more popular 5.9L and 6.7L B-Series Cummins engines used in Dodge and Ram trucks, the 8.3L is part of the C-Series engine family. It does however share the same inline-6 configuration as the ISB engines. The engines are quite similar but the 8.3 ISC is more suited for larger and heavier applications like…
The newest line-up of Ford Super Duty F-250 and F-350 trucks offer three main engine choices. You have options for a 6.2L gas engine (now upgraded to the 6.8L gas), a 7.3L gas engine, or the 6.7L turbo diesel. The 6.2L Boss engine is a traditional gas V8 that comes as the standard option in…
Dodge Ram 5.9 Cummins engines are often regarded as some of the most reliable light truck turbodiesel engines ever. The 12v Cummins, also known as the 6BT, has a legendary reputation for reliability. However, the newer 24v 5.9 (ISB 5.9) Cummins is still an excellent, reliable diesel engine with a few pros of its own….
This will be a pretty quick and simple article. Below is a chart showing the Ford Powerstroke horsepower and torque for all model years. This covers the 7.3, 6.0, 6.4, and 6.7 liter Powerstroke turbo diesel engines. At the end of the specs we will detail some of the major changes that led to the…
The massive 8.0 Magnum V10 engine was available in the 1994 to 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 models. Its 310hp and 450tq made it the most powerful gasoline engine available in a passenger pickup truck. The low-end torque makes the engine very capable at towing. In this article, we dive deeper into the 8.0…
Ford’s half-ton diesel engine, the 3.0 Powerstroke, was discontinued in 2021 due to limited demand, despite it actually having a pretty good track record for reliability. The engine does however suffer from lots of emissions related issues, frequently experiencing DPF failure, EGR cooler, and EGT sensor issues. Reliability of the 3.0 Powerstroke is actually a…
When you scan your Dodge/Ram Cummins engine and receive a P2509 diagnostic code, it will read ‘ECM/PCM Power Input Signal Intermittent Code’. P2509 appears on Cummins engines when there is an electronic signal being sent to the ECM/PCM that is faulty or intermittent. Electronic signals are measured within parameters, and when the signal falls outside…
