David Schaefer’s 2015 GMC 2500HD Denali, known as "Time Bomb," is a remarkable achievement in the world of diesel performance. With a stunning 700 horsepower while maintaining full emissions compliance, this truck is a testament to what can be accomplished with thoughtful engineering and high-quality components. Let’s break down this comprehensive build, exploring the features that make it special and how they come together to create a never before achieved driving experience.
Diesel engines are renowned for their power and efficiency, but they also come with complex emission systems designed to reduce harmful pollutants. Two critical components of these systems are the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve and the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF). When these components fail, it can lead to decreased performance, increased emissions, and costly repairs. Understanding the common causes of EGR and DPF failure can help you maintain your diesel engine in top condition. Here are the top three causes of failure for each component:
You bought a diesel truck because you value power, fuel economy, towing capabilities and long-term durability. However when it comes to modern diesel trucks, performance seekers often face a dilemma: how to enhance power and efficiency while keeping emissions systems intact. With increasing regulations and the desire for cleaner performance, finding a solution that strikes a balance is crucial. Enter Calibrated Power's Emissions In-Tact Custom Tuning—the ultimate upgrade for your diesel truck that ensures you get the best of both worlds.
Unleashing Hidden Potential Without Compromising Emissions
Calibrated Power's Emissions In-Tact Custom Tuning is specifically designed to optimize the performance of your diesel truck while keeping all emissions systems fully operational. This means you can enjoy improved power, torque, and fuel efficiency without the need to remove or tamper with your truck’s emissions equipment.
The 3.0L Duramax is a wildly capable inline 6-cylinder diesel engine designed for full-size half-ton pickup trucks and SUVs. Due to its amazing power-to-weight ratio and towing performance, GM has chosen to offer this engine in everything from Chevy Silverado 1500 to the Chevy Suburban and even the Cadillac Escalade. Clearly, GM is confident in its new design.
The new 3.0L Duramax shares very little in common with its predecessor the 4-cylinder 2.8L Duramax. It's been completely redesigned from the ground up and features many improvements such as a forged crankshaft, forged steel connecting rods, and a much stronger block design. The result is an engine that can produce 277 hp and 460 ft-lbs. of torque. Which is comparable torque to that of the more expensive 6.2L gas engine that is offered in most of the same vehicles that the 3.0L is offered in.
DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THE WRONG PARTS!
Your 6.7L Powerstroke is one of the most powerful diesel pickup engines ever produced. But that doesn't mean you're satisfied with the performance. You know the truck can do more. That being said, you're not going to be building a race truck. You don't want to hack up your almost brand-new truck. This list is for the guys wanting a quiet, clean, safe level of performance. Enough to get the job done, but not so much you'll break parts every time you drive it.
Your 6.7L Cummins NEEDS an upgrade!
The Ram 2500 and 3500 HD pickups with a Cummins 6.7L are made for towing. You know that. We know that. Everyone knows that. However, a lot of guys are clueless when it comes to which upgrades are worth it and which ones are a total waste of money.
WILL THESE BE THE RIGHT UPGRADES FOR YOU?
This list is based on an assumed set of circumstances. You have a 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, or 2018 model year Ram 2500 or 3500 equipped with the Cummins 6.7L diesel engine. Your truck is completely stock (no modifications) or very near stock. You have not already deleted the emissions equipment or upgraded major performance components such as the turbocharger or high-pressure fuel system.
Drivers that use their truck as a truck will find this list especially helpful. Towing, commuting, and getting it up and moving when you need it to have to be balanced with reliability and efficiency. On the other hand, if you're looking to build a competition truck for sled pulling, drag racing or dyno competitions, our recommendations may drastically change.
- 2013-2018, Cummins 6.7L
- Stock or Near Stock Truck
- Drive your truck regularly
- 68RFE Automatic Transmission
- Use truck for towing
- NOT interested in building a race or competition truck
- Cares about efficiency and reliability
- Want superior drive-ability
50 State Legal Custom Diesel Tuning!
True custom tuning means you get the most out of your truck without sacrificing reliability. It's about dialing the truck in so the power comes on effortlessly and you can tow with ease. If you use your truck like an actual truck, you need a better throttle response and more power for getting the job done!
Calibrated Power is proud to offer a wide range of 50 State Legal Custom Diesel Tuning. That means you can drive anywhere in the US and have total confidence that your truck is still legal.
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- Total flexibility to select the power level you need
- Designed to be safe for your engine and emissions equipment
- Fully customized tuning with more than 100+ calibration changes from stock
- No hacking wires into control units or fuel pump and turbo sensors
- More power and less soot than box programmers
- World Class Customer Service Phone Support!
2011-2016 Ford Diesel Dead Pedal
Many customers have upgraded from their old pre-emissions Powerstroke to a new Ford 6.7L and found there are a few changes besides just the looks.
The2011-2014 F250 and other diesel models made and astonishing 400 RWHP and 800 ft/lbs while the 2015/2016 Powerstroke makes 440 RWHP and 860 ft/lbs of torque. Which is impressive by itself but you will probably notice your old Ford diesel feels quicker. In fact we hear many stories of guys trying to merge into traffic or gun it to get in front of someone and the pedal does not seem to respond. This phenomena is often called the Ford 6.7L "Dead Pedal". The "Dead Pedal" is a delay the driver feels between pressing on the throttle pedal and the truck reacting as desired.
But what causes the Ford Diesel Dead Pedal? And more importantly, What is the fix for it?
These are exactly the questions we hope to answer for you. Below you will see what we have put together on the topic.
DPF, EGR SCR, DEF, What does it all mean?!?
Before you throw an exhaust on your 2011-2016 Powerstroke, at least understand what the emissions equipment is and how it works.
Sure there are plenty of guys that had to delete their truck because they had an issue with the emissions equipment. But there are also a lot of guys that have never had a problem with it. Just imagine if you could get the same or ever more power and performance from a DPF, EGR, DEF equipped truck as you could from it's deleted counter part. If you understand how the emissions equipment works, there is less of a chance you will need to delete it.
5 Things You Probably Didn't Know About The 2011-2016 Duramax EGR
Some of you reading this are probably screaming at the computer already. Mentioning EGR, or any emissions equipment tends to prompt that reaction. Take a moment to read about how the EGR equipped on the 2011 - 2016 Duramax is NOT going to ruin your engine. Afterwards, if you still want to send a letter about how terrible emissions equipment is, please address it to your local Congressman.
Below you will find 5 things you probably didn't know about the EGR (exhaust gas re-circulation). Including how it is different than previous models, why it works well, and a few other note worthy facts.
A few things you've heard people say about the EGR that are NOT true about the LML EGR system: