Get SMART!

What are SMART Files? System Monitoring and Active Responsible Tuning.  That’s right, our calibrations not only add power they also monitor your engines’ activity and adjust appropriately to KEEP YOU SAFE. 

This cutting edge technology has been applied to all of DuramaxTuner.com and Calibrated Power Solutions tuning calibrations.  Developed from factory style algorithms and utilizing OEM sensors, this standard gives tuning customers the power they want and peace of mind they need to upgrade their vehicle.

SMART files available for:

• 2001 - 2020 6.6L Duramax
• 2016 - 2019 2.8L Duramax
• 1998.5 - 2007 5.9L Cummins
• 2007.5 - 2018 6.7L Cummins
• 2013 - 2019 6.7L Power Stroke
• 2018 - 2019 3.0L Power Stroke
• 2011 - 2020 3.5L EcoBoost
• 2015 - 2020 2.7L EcoBoost

The common myth that deleting the DPF and/or EGR to make power has gone on too long!

If you've been looking for ways to push your stock 2011 - 2016 LML with more horsepower, you have probably heard a lot of good information, but also a lot of misinformation. Most of the false things you'll hear are "the DPF will fail adding more power," or "More HP is going to clog the filter," and our favorite, "Deleted trucks get better MPGs!"  While you'll see these comments all over forums or on social media, there is simply no actual science or facts to back these claims.  So how much can your LML make? With tuning and a lift pump, you can expect over a truck with over 500 RWHP.



IT'S UNDERSTANDABLE WHY THE DPF SYSTEM IS HATED!

2.8L Duramax Tuning/Spade Instructions

We have streamlined the 2.8L Tuning Process! Tunes are now sent pre-loaded. HOWEVER, TO INSURE YOUR VEHICLE CAN BE PUT BACK TO STOCK YOU MUST READ YOUR STOCK FILES BEFORE FLASH. 

The Duramax engine has a history that runs deep.  It has the following still to this day and continues to up expectations in terms of power and everything else. While it's history stretches back to 1982, we are going discuss the more modern years. The 6.6L was introduced in 2001 and replaced the 6.5L and the company hasn't looked back since.

2001 - 2004.5 LB7

The 5.9L Cummins engine has been regarded as revolutionary and has a ton of fans that backed it in its heyday. It's history is even more impressive, we're going to talk about the engine's run from 1989-2007. 

1989 - 1993 

The Cummins engine had been successful in agriculture implements for a few years prior, so in 1989 Cummins and Chrysler introduced the 12 valve as an alternative the the V8 gas powered Dodge.  It was a hit immediately for those that wanted double the torque and a better option for fuel economy.  These diesel powered trucks were introduced stock with a 160 horsepower rating.  The truck was very simple.  Between 1989-1991 they offered a non-intercooled, turbocharged, and a three-speed automatic transmission, as well as a five-speed manual transmission option. Interestingly it had a rotary style mechanical injection pump.  These were the reason the truck was fuel efficient, but also why the truck lacked power. Another interesting point is how the original injectors were bigger than the next variation which arrived in '91.5.  The updated 12 valve now came with smaller injectors, a larger turbocharger, Cummins would introduce an intercooler to the truck, and the automatic transmission now came equipped with overdrive.  

There are a few circumstances when you will need to relearn your Vehicle Anti-Theft System (VATS) relearn.  This process is also known as resetting your Passlock or Passkey VATS system.  While the Passlock and Passkey systems are slightly different than VATS the trouble shooting them is fairly similar.  We suggest doing your research or have your truck professionally diagnosed prior to you begin this process.  

Possible trouble codes

• B2947: SHORT TO GROUND ON THE PASSLOCK SENSOR POWER CIRCUIT
• B2948: SECURITY SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT VOLTAGE HIGH
• B2957: SECURITY SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT VOLTAGE LOW
• B2958: BCM SIGNAL INPUT VOLTAGE HIGH
• B2960: BCM READING A VALID BUT DIFFERENT CODE VALUE THAN PREVIOUSLY LEARNED
• B3031: BCM IS IN LEARN MODE BUT DOES NOT SEE A VALID PASSLOCK™ SENSOR CODE
• B3033: PASSLOCK™ TAMPER
• P1626: LOSS OF THE STATE OF HEALTH
• P1630: THEFT DETERRENT PASSWORD LEARN MODE
• P1631: INCORRECT PASSWORD FROM THE VTD SYSTEM
• P1632: UNDECIDED PASSWORD SENT FROM BCM

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This "How To" article will walk you through installing the EFILive CSP Switch on your 2006 - 2009 Cummins powered Ram 2500 or 3500 pickup truck. 

CSP Switching has been around for quite a few years.  The programming provided via EFILive allows your engine computer (PCM) store 5 separate tune files and the CSP switch can rotate through them.  

NEED CUMMINS TUNING

This article will walk you through the procedure required to clear DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) with your EFILive AutoCal or SPADE programming tool.  

Trucks that this procedure is applicable for:

• 2001 - 2016 GM HD Pickup Trucks
• 2006 - 2018 RAM HD Pickup Trucks
• Other EFiLive Supported Vehicles

If you do not have an AutoCal or SPADE and need one, visit our website: https://duramaxtuner.com

We all ask the question at some point, should I upgrade my turbocharger?  Improving performance is always something us diesel owners are thinking about.  Maybe your charger blew up or maybe you just want to help cool your truck's EGTs a bit more.  There are a ton of different reasons why you may want to upgrade.  With that comes a ton of different variables that go into which turbo you SHOULD buy.  Let's take a look at three big areas to consider. 

#1: How Do You Use Your Truck?

You've probably heard this one before, if you're new to the diesel world maybe you haven't.  Either way its a very important topic to consider, especially when choosing a turbo upgrade.  Do you commute 20 miles to work and back daily?  Do you haul any toys?  Maybe you hotshot as a career, all these are some of the ways a driver uses his diesel truck.  A driver that tows a lot would best be suited for the Stealth 64, why?  It runs more efficiently at higher horsepower numbers while loaded.  The truck will sustain a heavy load for longer because the heat that the turbo is introducing is lower than a stock charger.  Lower piston temps, lower EGTs equals more time and a larger buffer before the truck is affected by the added heat.  

What is "Cost Per Horsepower"?

Cost Per Horsepower is a simple way to display and measure the cost-effectiveness of automotive performance upgrades.

In practice, this term is probably more often used to prove someone has wasted money on a specific upgrade or the purchase of an entire vehicle.  For the purpose of this article, we are going to assume the vehicle in question is either a Duramax, Cummins, or Power Stroke diesel truck.