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» Welcome eDecals - New TDR Advertiser
By Robin Patton | Published 02/6/2012 | Events - General Diesel | Unrated
eDecals.com are sign professionals with over 20 years of experience in the car and truck graphics industry. They have an extensive library of custom designed stickers and are eager to help! Use their instant sticker designers to DIY create your own window banner, truck decals, vinyl flame decals, tailgate graphics, racing stripes, side decals, rear window graphics, etc. Check them out at www.edecals.com
» March 10, 2012 - NHRDA Presents the 5th Annual Desert Diesel Nationals
By Robin Patton | Published 02/6/2012 | Events - General Diesel | Unrated




NHRDA presents the 5th annual Desert Diesel Nationals.  This action packed event includes diesel drag racing, jet car, wheelie stander, show n' shine, and the crowd favorite, the burnout competition.  

Saturday, March 10, 2012 - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Speedworld Raceway Park
19421 W Jomax Road
Wittman, AZ  85361

For more information, visit the NHRDA website at www.nhrda.com.

» March 3, 2012 - ATS Dyno Day and Open House
By Robin Patton | Published 02/5/2012 | Events - General Diesel | Unrated
ATS Diesel houses a top-of-the line Mustang dyno that they are going to open to the public on March 3, 2012 at 10AM. This is an excellent opportunity to see what kind of horsepower and torque your truck has at the rear-wheels. The event will also play host to some of the highest horsepower trucks in the country, including 1000+ horsepower race trucks.  ATS will also have an open house at the event, so even if you just stop by to hang out, it will be a fun time.  Diesel trucks wont be the only thing smoking, because they are planning a BBQ as well.  This is a family fun event so bring everyone.  Young children may want ear protection because these trucks don't have a mute button!

Sign-up for the dyno is at the door and is first-come-first-serve. It will be $75 for 4 runs, and prizes will be awarded.

ATS Diesel Performance
5293 Ward Road, Unit 11
Arvada, CO  80002
Phone:  (866) 209-3695


Or visit them online at:  www.atsdiesel.com
» TDR Issue 75 - February/March/April 2012
By Robin Patton | Published 01/23/2012 | TDR - Back Issues | Unrated
TDR Issue  75
ARTICLES | Current Issue
10 Back
Issue 35 Review - February/March April 2002 • Industry News - Small Diesel Engines/Incorrect Reporting and Lube Oils • Feature Articles - The Turbo Diesel's Fuel Injection System/Bill Swail's Adventures/The Way We Were • Topics of Interest - That Sinking Feeling • Service Articles
Member2Member
Second Generation Fuel Level Sending Unit Repair • Replacement Front Seats • Replacement Front Seat (Part II) • Shock Absorber Replacement/Bilstein Shocks
First Generation
Intermittent Engine Starting and Transmission Won't Go in Gear • Fuel Gauge and Low Fuel Light • Serpentine Belt Tracking Off Fan Pulley • Gear Case Locating Dowel, aka "Killer Dowel Pin, aka KDP • Grid Heater Relay • Hard To Start • Tow Ratings
12-Valve Engines
Engine Oil Filters • Crankshaft Sensor • Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge • Crack in Door at Latch • Cruise Control Won't Hold Speed • Loose Fan Pulley • Engine Oil Pump • Engine Block Illustration • NV4500 Problem • Uprating the EGR 12-Valve Engine • Performance Re-Programming • EGT Difference Among Cylinders • Converting From Five-Speed to Six-Speed Transmission
24-Valve Engines
Unidentified Part in the Transmission Pan • Overdrive Off • Dead Accelerator Pedal and Trouble Codes • Replace the Engine Block Heater • Harmonic Damper • Bosch 275 HP Injectors • Pressure Drop Across Fuel Filter
5.9 HP CR
Transmission Won't Shift Into or Stay in Park • Cruise Control Disengages Going Uphill • Radiator Removal Question • Remove and Replace the Engine Mounts • Injector Problems with Used Vegetable Oil as Fuel •Tires Versus Load Capacity
6.7 HP CR
Diagnostic Trouble Code PO488 • J35 Recall (TSB18-024-09) Questions • EGR Service • Fuel Filter-Shell or No Shell • CCV Filter?
Fourth Generation
Strange Ticking/Vibration • Key Fob Works Intermittently • Cab to Bed Seal and Possible Unintended Consequences • 68RFE Transmission Service • Air Conditioner Condenser Protection • How to Replace U-Joints
Your Story
One Year Follow Up (2010 Ram ST)
Technical Topics
Options for Auxiliary Fuel Tanks, or How to Get Well-Tanked
Blowin' In The Wind
New Standards for Towing
TDReview
Some Gotta Win - 3500 Evaluation (Dodge- Chevrolet - Ford)
Motor Minded
The Five Phases of D.I.Y. Learning
Idle Clatter
Fuel Filter Change Hints - 2010 and Up • Erratic Idle Speed
Polly's Pickup
Shopping For a Truck
Have Ram, Will Travel
Manual Transmission Rebuilds and Upgrades
Back In The Saddle
Replacing a Fuel Sending Unit • Carry a Big Stick...Colt Cams • MBRP = Exhausted
TDRV
3.73 or 4.10 Axle Ratio?• Air Bags, Timbrens or None • Lubricating Trailer Wheel Bearings • Selecting Trailer Tires • First Tow With My "3500 Max Tow" Package
From The Shop Floor
No Start Tips
Exhaust Note by Kevin Cameron
Simplicity and Something to Think About

» TDR Members Edward and William - It Runs in the Family at the Wingertsahn's House
By Robin Patton | Published 11/21/2011 | Events - General Diesel | Unrated

TDR, I just got back from my deployment to Iraq and thought it would be nice to get this posted at the Turbo Diesel Register. I know it's not a fancy background, but it would be nice to see family members with their trucks.  This is my brother's and my truck. We bought them about two weeks apart. We are both in the USAF.  He is stationed in Florida, and I am stationed in Georgia. Before I got to Georgia, I was in Alaska so we never got to hang out much.  When we made this picture, it had been about five years since we had seen each other.  We are enjoying hanging out as much as possibe now before our next deployment.  ~ William Wingertsahn


Edward J. Wingertsahn (right) and William F. Wingertsahn (left)

We thank you, Edward, William, and all of our servicemen and women, for your service to our Country. 

» 2012 TDR Member Calendar - Congratulations TDR Members
By Robin Patton | Published 11/21/2011 | TDR - Calendar | Unrated
 
Each year we continue to be honored to receive the number of photographs we do for use in the TDR Annual Calendar.  This year, as in years past, it was extremely difficult to select just twelve photographs for the calendar.  To all of you who sent in photographs, we offer you our sincere appreciation you for both your time and your work.  We enjoyed receiving each and every entry.  Congratulations to those TDR Members whose photographs were featured in this year's calendar:

- Mark Lipfeld - January
- Richard Szklany - February
- Tony Redmon - March
- John Miller - April
- Ian Seyler - May
- Seth Teichert - June
- Terry Thain - July
- Keith Landgraf - August
- Jim Bagley - September
- Brian Doody - October
- Joe Clark - November
- Mike Colosky, Blair Pine and David Magnoli - December

And congratulations also to those whose photographs were publised on the calendar's cover:  Doug Fark, Frank Kovach, Tommy Morgan, Andy Markiewicz, Brett Bartlett, George Reese, Mark Petros, Curt Beck, Kelly Reed, Michael Hannick, Pul Mierop, Eric Owen, Bob MacDonald, Gordy Boldt, Jack Graham, and Wayne Roitsch.

Download your copy of the 2012 TDR Member Calendar. Or purchase additional color copies at the Turbo Diesel Register.

Now get those cameras back out and start working on your entries for next year!

Don't be discouraged if your your photograph was not chosen for this year's calendar.  Many of your photographs will be used throughout 2012 in the TDR magazine.  Be on the lookout. 
» TDR Issue 74 - November/December/January 2011-2012
By Robin Patton | Published 11/17/2011 | TDR - Back Issues | Unrated
ARTICLES | BUY This Back Issue
Tailgating
Issue 34 Review
10 Back
Issue 34, November/December/January 2001 (Industry NewsFeature Article - EGT Gauge Evaluation • Baja Trip • The TDR Buyer's Guide • Chapter News, Events and Travel
Member2Member
Steering WoesSteering Woes on Second Generation 4X4
First Generation
Fan Clutch Removal
• Power Steering Hoses • Water Pump O-Ring Leaking • Replacing a Pinion Seal • Accelerator Pedal Vibration • Fuel Sending Unit • Oil in Coolant Reservoir Buyer's Information How to Remove the Rotor From the Hub? • Auxiliary Transmission Cooler •  Best Coolant for My First Generation

12-Valve Engines
Fuel Gauge
• Erratic Speedometer • An Easy Method to Remove a Rotor • Drain the RadiatorRadiator FanHeadlight GremlinTorque Plate ContourHow to Set P7100 Pump TimingTransmission Cooler LinesRepairing Battery Cable Terminals • Upgrades and EGT IssuesSolvent for Adjusting TimingEngine Popping at High RPM

24-Valve Engines
Engine Surging/Bucking
• Replace the Axle? • Largest Injectors for Stock Turbo? • Engine Control Module/Wait To Start Light • Thermostat Housing Bolts • More Torque Convertor Intermittent Lock/Unlock

5.9 HP CR
Engine Won't Run • Water Pump • 48RE "Hunting" • Coolant/Transmission Fluid Heat Exchanges • No Reverse on NV5600 • Power Steering Cap Blowing Off • Knocking in Injector Line • Choosing a Bigger Intercooler • Backlash in G56 Transmission
6.7 HP CR
Insight From the Insight of the Cost of Regeneration • Codes PO137/P2A01, What To Do? • Exhaust Brake Whistle • Transmission Leak • Check Gauges and Electronic Throttle Control Light On • Noise in the Turbo Area • Engine Dying at Idle
Fourth Generation
Fresh Cabin Air and a Hot Butter Knife • Integrated Brake Controller • Fuel in the Engine Oil • Lube the Cardan Joint? • Speedometer Recalibration • Website For Tracking a Truck on Order • Loose Lug Nuts and an Oil Seep • Harsh Shifting From Forward to Reverse • Factory Spray-in Bedliner Versus LineX • 4500/5500 With Urea
TDResource
2011 Technical Service Bulletins

TDReview
TDR is in the (Open) House

Your Story
The Continuing Story of Mr. Schwarz
Four Whaling
Eye on the Ball for Thumbs on the Wheel • Eyes on Reality • Eye on the Bouncing Fuel Standards Ball • The Bigger Ball (Fuel Consumption Standards)
Motor Minded
To Assume
Idle Clatter
Black Oil • Fuel Dilution • Rear Axle Lube Change • The Number One Question! • Exhaust Brake, On or Off? • Check Engine Light • I Smell Fuel! • Unintended Consequences • 12-Valve Throttle Linkage
Ranch Dressing
Codes, Causes and Concerns - Continued
Have Ram, Will Travel
Vacuum Pump Seal Kit • The Cargo or Car-Hauler Trailer • Bosch CP3 High Pressure Fuel Injection Pump • Power Steering Pump
Back In The Saddle
Fuelin' Around • Bitchin' Hitchin' and Gauges • New Wheels and Tires - Turnin' and Burnin' • 47RH Transmission Modifications

» United Pullers Unveils 2012 Edge Pulling Series
By Robin Patton | Published 11/14/2011 | Press Releases | Unrated

Edge Products is pleased to announce a partnership with United Pullers to act as the title sponsor of the series for the 2012 season. The Edge Pulling Series will include all of United’s events held in the Rocky Mountain region. Weekend on the Edge will become an official United Pullers event in 2012 and will serve as the flagship national show within the Edge Pulling Series.

“The opportunity to partner with United provides us with numerous opportunities to support the diesel community and to participate within a growing sport together with our end users and dealers.” said Joe Dussol, Director of Marketing at Edge Products. Dussol continued, “Aligning our brand with diesel enthusiasts is a key element for our long term success. Given the proximity of United’s events in the region, partnered with their reputation in the industry, we couldn’t ask for a better group to work with.”

Click here to read the entire press release.

» TDR Issue 73 August/September/October 2011
By Robin Patton | Published 11/2/2011 | TDR - Back Issues | Unrated
ARTICLES | Sold Out
Tailgating
About Issue 73
10 Back
Issue 33, Aug/Sept/Oct 2001 (Industry NewsAccessories Installed • Truck Repair/Problems • Feature Article: "How to Drive" • Truck A Boy Named Clessie)
Member2Member
Headache in California - '98.5 Owners BewareThird Generation Wheel Bearing ReplacementReplacement Fuel Filter Housing for '97-'99 Engines
First Generation
Cab Cracks
• Replacement Locking Hubs • Plastic Hydraulic Clutch Line • Engine Won't Shut Off • Water in Fuel Sensor • Towing Question • Brake Lights Come on When Depressing the Clutch Pedal

12-Valve Engines
Fuel Line and Fittings at Tank
• Automatic Transmission Won't Shift • Engine Oil Pressure Sending Unit • Vacuum Pump Reseal/Fiber Vane ReplacementRemoving LiftersHorsepower Potential for P7100 Pumps

24-Valve Engines
Automatic Transmission Problems
• NV4500 Transmission Parts • Fuel Leak • Erratic Idle After Using Cruise Control • Check Engine Light • Intermittent Torque Converter Unlock/LockAutomatic Transmission Won't Shift

5.9 HP CR
Transmission Advice • Starter Won't Operate • Coolant Leak • Odometer Reads "No Fuse" • Console Lid Jammed • No Backup Lights • Engine Won't Start • Smoke, Rough Idle, Lower Mileage • Worn G56 Input Bearings? • Testing and Rebuilding Injectors • Engine Stumbles and Dies • High Pressure Fuel Leak? • Changing Rocker Housing and Valve Cover Gaskets
6.7 HP CR
Insight From the EDGE Insight • New Emissions, New Guidelines - Watch Out Aftermarket • New EGR Valve • Turbo Actuator? • Clutch Release Bearing • Vacuum Leak Sound • Cleaned the MAP Sensor
Fourth Generation
Installing a Boost Gauge • Quick Release Grill Kit • Torque Specifications • Optional Bug Screen • TPMS Compatibility • Oil Change Required Message
Technical Topics
It's Time to Inspect Your Harmonic Damper
TDReview
TDR is in the (Open) House

Your Story
The Continuing Story of Mr. Schwarz
Four Whaling
Trailer Braking • Trailer Breaking? • Gentle Braking • The New Comparison Math: $59,545 < $56,945
Motor Minded
Got Touch?
Idle Clatter
Theme: Options/Additions to Truck • Fuel Mileage • 2010 Truck Notes • More 2010 Notes • Fuel Filter Hassles • Pumping Gas • Saving on the Cost of Fuel • Alternative Fuels • What's in a Name? •  Hit and Miss Converter ClutchLift Pump • AMP Bed Step Installation
Ranch Dressing
Theme: "What Would I Do?" • Let There Be Light • Fiat and Chrysler • Industry News
Have Ram, Will Travel
Selecting the Aftermarket Turbocharger System • Passenger Door Switch Channel • Bosch CP3 High Pressure Fuel Injection Pump • Power Steering Pump
Back In The Saddle
Boost on a Budget

» Edge Products Releases New Features For CS and CTS Products
By Robin Patton | Published 09/5/2011 | Press Releases | Unrated
Edge Products, a company known for consistently raising the bar on automotive programming and tuning continues the trend of quality and innovation with a version 3.0 software update for their popular CS and CTS platform. The version 3.0 update adds several new features and benefits to Edge’s Juice with Attitude, Evolution, and Insight CS/CTS line of products.

One feature of note in the 3.0 update is Edge’s new Mileage Coach Software that monitors driving habits and helps users get optimal fuel economy out of their driving experience. Powerteq President Dave Martinez was quoted as saying: “While we can’t control the price at the gas pump, finding a way to help drivers with fuel economy is always a priority at Edge Products. If we can alleviate some of those costs by helping people better gauge and conserve fuel, we feel it will be of great value to our customers.”

Version 3.0 also touts a multitude of advanced PID support including but not limited to: Dodge Gas/Diesel Trucks, Jeeps, Ford 6.0L & 7.3L Diesels, 2011 Ford 6.7L, GM LML Diesels, and additional PIDs for Insight vehicles. Owners of 2009-10 Ford F-150’s will see an improved customized driving experience with the addition of transmission tuning to refine shift points. Other CS and CTS features have been upgraded and improved with 3.0 including a feature to allow Edge’s backup camera to engage at start-up.

Version 3.0 is available at no cost to all Edge CS and CTS product owners and can be updated via Edge’s Fusion software system. The technical team at Edge highly recommends users upgrade their products to the current 3.0 version for the best driving experience.
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