We've received confirmation that the folks within the South Carolina TDR (SCTDR) Chapter are organizing their first Cummins Truck Rodeo Weekend for July 10 -12, 2009! Get on out there and sign up now. How does this sound? Weekend camping at one of the top rated camp grounds in South Carolina. Friday night at a drag strip. Saturday at a truck/tractor pull. The truck/tractor pull is put on by a high school FFA, and they do a nice job at it. Everything is within 20 miles of the campground .
Drag strip: Ware Shoals Dragway - Sponsored by Computer Magic OnLine - Draglist.com.
State Park: Calhoun Falls State Park/Calhoun Falls State Recreation Area.
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12-Valve Engines Recurring Diagnostic Code P1389/Front Crankshaft Seal and Wear Ring/Automatic Transmission Shifts Erratically/Gauges and Accessories Inoperative/Installing Plungers and Barrels in the P7100 Injection Pump/Setting Injection Timing When Replacing Pump/How to Make 600 Horsepower/Removing Camshaft Drive Gear
24-Valve Engines Defective Fuel Line Check Valve/Engine Block Heater/Transmission Fluid Loss/Fuel Leak at Fuel Filter/Engine Oil Pressure Sending Unit/Turbo Upgrade Advice/Selecting a Head Gasket/Tabbing the Killer Dowel Pin/Uneven Braking
5.9 HP CR Oil Leaking From Intercooler Hose/Slow to Shift Transmission/Adjusting the Doors/Unusual Starting Behavior/Finding the Bad Injector/Replacing Injectors?/Better Injectors?/Preventive Maintenance?/Help Needed for Installing Twin Turbos/Erratic Rail Pressure
6.7 HP CR Wiring Trailer Receptacle/New Truck Questions/Cycle the Key for Codes Feature/Check Engine Light/engine Hesitation-Stutter/CCV Filter/6.7 HPCR Basics-Changing the CCV Filter/6.7 HPCR Oil Change Data/TSB Releases on the 6.7 Engine/Future ECM Complexity and Current Diagnostic Trouble Codes/6.7-Liter Fuel Filter Follies
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If you're located in Washington, Western Oregon, or Northern California, read on! The Northwest Bombers have two events planned for this summer.
June 20 - The Industrial Injection Northwest Nationals. You don’t need a fast truck to race (but if you have one bring it anyway)! Same-day Awards for:
- Open & Gear-slammer brackets - Heads-up & Quickest ET
First-time racers welcome. Charge for track fees only – no diesel membership or series requirements. BBQ after the race at Silver Spurs in Bremerton/Silverdale (www.bremertonraceway.com). Gates open at 8:00 am. Time trials begin at 9:00 am. Eliminations around 1:00 pm.
July 4, 2009 - Diesel Rally and Campout! 800 Nels Nelson Road; Bremerton, WA 9831 (Silver Spurs Horse Facility across from the Fairgrounds).
Bring the family and spend the weekend with fellow diesel enthusiasts. Lots of parking/camping spots Chili cook-off. Live Band. Show-n-Shine (rain or shine). Games – horseshoes, volleyball, etc. Clubhouse with kitchen. Donation of $5 per vehicle at the gate for those who are able.
For more information, please contact "Rottin" Rhonda Kelley at dieselqueenbee@yahoo.com - or (425) 269-0029.
Congratulations to the Upstate Bombers on their first annual dyno day and sled pull. They filed this report:
* * * The first annual Upstate Bombers Dyno Day and Sled Pull had a great turnout. Brand X Performance from New Hampshire brought their Dynojet 248 and ran 14 trucks. The high horsepower award went to James Kauffman from Bainbridge, NY with his '04 Dodge 2500 at 531 hp and 1015 tq. Second place went to Chad Taylor from Willet, NY with his '02 Dodge 2500 at 475 hp and 876 tq. The Sled Pull was put on in conjunction with the Cincinnatus Fire Department. After the usual extended wait while the gassers pulled (which was good for some carnage and a headache), the diesels pulled. The Chevys semed to rule the day, but the most impressive pull was by fellow TDR member - Michael Garofalo (also known on the TDR Website as Highfinance97) with his '97 Dodge. His TDR Grill Badge was unmistakeable coming down the track. Diesel Street 8500 class was won by Gary Aniska from Scranton, PA with an '07 Chevy; second place was captured by Travis Pushlar from Cazenovia, NY with an '01 Dodge. Diesel OpenStreet 9000 was won by Michael Garofalo of Clarks Summit, PA with a '97 Dodge; second place was captured by Travis Pushlar again with his Dodge.
A great time was had by all, and the diesel trucks put on a great show at the pulls. We hope to see you at the next function of the Upstate Bombers!
Peter Toombs Upstate Bombers
* * To join this group, contact Peter Toombs at (315) 656-8123 or ptoombs@earthlink.net.
The TDR Members in Ontario, Canada have been at it again. In early May, they convened to have a little fun. Thirty-eight trucks were dynoed, and they had over fifty trucks in attendance! Although they did have torrential rain (and a Chevy outdid all of the Dodges thanks to a fresh motor rebuild and nitrous), we hear they had a great time. And best of all, no one broke their trucks!
Thanks for the update, Robert!
For those of you located in Ontario, Canada, contact Robert Schwarzli to become part of the group. He can be reached at tdrontario@gmail.com.
The National Hot Rod Diesel Association (NHRDA) is proud to announce the FASS Diesel Nationals on June 6, 2009 at O’Reilly Raceway Park in Indianapolis Indiana. This will be one of the year's marquee events, so mark your calendar now.
BD Diesel Performance's legendary spring public open house is happening on April 18, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm at their facility in Abbotsford, BC.
Free runs on their 1,500hp dynamometer is offered to the first 60 trucks with prizes going to tops in multiple horse power ranges plus there will be a Show’n’Shine competition, seminars and product displays.
Huge savings on your favorite BD products! Hamburgers, hot dogs and pop available by donation with proceeds going to charity.
BD Diesel Performance 33723 King Road, Abbotsford, BC V2S 7M9 Canada
The Diesel Technology Forum is calling on diesel owners and users nationwide to power up their video cameras and diesel equipment to tell their diesel story. Videos that best put together a personal and creative story of how diesel works in the lives of individual diesel car owners, equipment operators, farmers, truckers, boaters, and other users will be eligible to win one of three $250 gift cards for fuel or merchandise.
“Everyone has a story. At a time when there is so much discussion about new kinds of fuels and alternative technologies, we thought this would be a great time to hear from real Americans about the role that diesel plays in their lives – hence the contest “Diesel Works For Me”, said Allen Schaeffer, Executive Director of the Diesel Technology Forum, the group sponsoring the contest.
Diesel fuel and engine technology are the backbone of our economy and still unmatched in terms of fuel economy, energy efficiency, reliability and performance. Diesel car and pick-up truck owners are especially encouraged to submit entries, especially those who may have bought a diesel instead of another technology.
“There’s almost no end to the kinds of ways that diesel power works for people, so we’re looking forward to seeing many different kinds of stories,” said Schaeffer. “From firefighters and emergency responders, truckers, school bus drivers, boaters and equipment operators, even those who have experienced the benefits of a diesel-powered emergency generators, and maybe a few who have new diesel-fueled airplanes,” Schaeffer continued.
Finalist videos will be posted on the Diesel Technology Forum website (www.dieselforum.org) and a winning video will be selected from each of three categories including personal transportation (light-duty cars, pick-up trucks, SUVs); heavy-duty highway vehicles; and off-road engines and equipment (farm, construction equipment, boats, airplanes, etc.).
Complete contest rules including entry information is available at www.dieselforum.org/video. Videos should be sent to dieselworksforme@dieselforum.org by 5:00pm EDT June 5, 2009.
Hello TDR Ontario! For all those who are interested, on Saturday May 9th the Ontario TDR will be having a Dyno Day and Truck Show at Diesel Doctors in Georgetown, Ontario! Cost is $50.00 cash, and BBQ lunch and drinks will be provided by Diesel Doctors as part of that cost!
Please note though, there will be a max of about 30 trucks able to run on the dyno during the day! If you would like to run your truck on the dyno, please email me at tdrontario@gmail.com to reserve your spot! Please note, this is a first come first serve reservation! The first 30 people to reserve their spot will be the ones who get to run on the dyno! If all 30 trucks are run and we have room at the end of the day for a few more trucks, then we will be able to pick a few more at that time.
If you would just like to attend the event and talk with everyone and watch the trucks run, that is fine as well. We would love to have a show in the parking lot in addition to the dyno runs. Please note, if you are just attending, there will be a $5.00 charge for you meal.
If you have any questions, please let me know! I will do my best to answer them!
Robert Schwarzli President - Ontario Dodge Diesel Owners "The Ontario Chapter of the TDR"
The Idaho Bombers are planning their 20th Diesel Pickup “Dyno Day” for Sunday, May 17, 2009 - 9:00 a.m.
This is an opportunity for local diesel pickup owners to run their rigs on a DynoJet dynamometer to see what kind of power their rigs are actually putting to the ground. This event is open to all diesel owners. Trucks can be stock or modified (no studded tires, please). Each session on the dyno is targeted for $50.00 for three runs. Cost to redyno later in the day is $30.00 for three runs. A BOMB party will be in progress throughout the day in the parking lot.
This event is being coordinated by area Turbo Diesel owners (IDAHO BOMBERS) and is open to all diesel pickups.
Location:
Meridian Motorsports 521 E. King St. Meridian, ID 83642 (208) 887-2058
For additional information, contact Lee Thompson (Muddy) at (208) 739-2520.
Webmaster, Steve St. Laurent, found this photo in one of his many web surf expeditions. It is common knowledge that the truck will be redesigned for the 1500 series customer for model year 2009 ...
We've received confirmation that the folks within the South Carolina TDR (SCTDR) Chapter are organizing their first Cummins Truck Rodeo Weekend for July 10 -12, 2009! Get on out there and sign up now. How does this sound? Weekend camping at one of the top rated camp grounds in South Carolina. Friday night at a drag strip. Saturday at a truck/tractor pull. The truck/tractor pull is put on by a high school FFA, and they do a nice job at it. Everything is within 20 miles of the campground . 
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If you're located in Washington, Western Oregon, or Northern California, read on! The Northwest Bombers have two events planned for this summer.
Congratulations to the Upstate Bombers on their first annual dyno day and sled pull. They filed this report:
The TDR Members in Ontario, Canada have been at it again. In early May, they convened to have a little fun. Thirty-eight trucks were dynoed, and they had over fifty trucks in attendance! Although they did have torrential rain (and a Chevy outdid all of the Dodges thanks to a fresh motor rebuild and nitrous), we hear they had a great time. And best of all, no one broke their trucks! 
The National Hot Rod Diesel Association (NHRDA) is proud to announce the FASS Diesel Nationals on June 6, 2009 at O’Reilly Raceway Park in Indianapolis Indiana. This will be one of the year's marquee events, so mark your calendar now. 
BD Diesel Performance's legendary spring public open house is happening on April 18, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm at their facility in Abbotsford, BC. 
The Diesel Technology Forum is calling on diesel owners and users nationwide to power up their video cameras and diesel equipment to tell their diesel story. Videos that best put together a personal and creative story of how diesel works in the lives of individual diesel car owners, equipment operators, farmers, truckers, boaters, and other users will be eligible to win one of three $250 gift cards for fuel or merchandise. 
Hello TDR Ontario! For all those who are interested, on Saturday May 9th the Ontario TDR will be having a Dyno Day and Truck Show at Diesel Doctors in Georgetown, Ontario! Cost is $50.00 cash, and BBQ lunch and drinks will be provided by Diesel Doctors as part of that cost! 