Compiled by Diesel World Editors
The annual SEMA Show happens once a year, a testament to the ingenuity and imagination of the performance automotive industry. According to SEMA Show organizers, this year yielded a bumper crop of new specialty parts—there were more than 2,000 entries in the 2014 New Product Showcase.
The SEMA Show is a trade-only event, so unless you have a job in the industry, you weren’t there. Diesel World editors did attend, however, and on the following pages we offer a compendium of parts that should be of interest to diesel owners everywhere.
Warn Hubs for Super Duty
WHAT IT IS:
Warn Premium Manual Hublocks for Ford Super Duty, Part #95070
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Premium Manual Hublocks fit 2005 and later Ford Super Duty trucks. All-metal cap and dial with heat-treated chromoly gears. Available with both black powder coat and polished chrome finish.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Warn Industries Inc.
800.543.9276
Warn.com
K&N Intake for Ram 6.7
WHAT IT IS:
K&N Aircharger Air Intake System, Part #63-1568
WHY YOU WANT IT:
K&N’s Aircharger Air Intake System includes a roto-molded air intake tube and high-flow replacement air filter. Fits 2013-14 Ram 2500/3500 6.7L.
WHERE TO GET IT:
K&N Engineering
800.858.3333
KNFilters.com
Edge Juice for Ram 6.7
WHAT IT IS:
Edge Juice with Attitude CTS for 2013-15 Ram 6.7L Cummins, Part #31106
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Juice with Attitude CTS includes five pre-loaded adjustable, on-the-fly power levels. Switch from any of the five power levels with a touch of a button. Tunes designed for Performance, Tow and Economy.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Edge Products/Superchips
888.360.3343
EdgeProducts.com
Diesel Fuel Conditioner
WHAT IT IS:
Champion Diesel Flo Fuel Conditioner, Part #4183H
WHY YOU WANT IT:
According to the manufacturer, Champion Diesel Flo Fuel Conditioner is formulated to provide a rapid cleanup, restore power, improve starting, reduce cold-filter plugging, remove water from fuel, increase fuel economy, increase acceleration, and contains a Flow Improver, anti-gel agent, de-icer and cetane booster. Treats 250 gallons.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Champion Oil
660.890.6231
ChampionBrands.com
Diesel Fuel Conditioner Plus
WHAT IT IS:
Champion Power Plus Diesel Fuel Conditioner, Part #4277H
WHY YOU WANT IT:
According to the manufacturer, Champion Power Plus Diesel Fuel Conditioner provides a rapid cleanup, restores power, improves lubricity, reduces emissions, improves filter life, increases fuel economy, increases acceleration, improves filter life, and contains a cetane booster. Treats 250 gallons.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Champion Oil
660.890.6231
ChampionBrands.com
Engine Oil Analyzer
WHAT IT IS:
Value-Driven Oil Analysis Kit, Part #Kit14
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Value-driven oil analysis kit tests key testing areas to determine the service life of any engine oil.
WHERE TO GET IT:
AMSOIL Inc.
715.392.7101
Amsoil.com
Prolong Diesel Fuel Treatment
WHAT IT IS:
Diesel Fuel Treatment – Commercial Formula, Part #PSL16110
WHY YOU WANT IT:
The manufacturer states that Prolong Super Lubricants concentrated Commercial Grade Diesel Fuel Treatment is designed to improve the fuel mileage and performance of heavy-duty diesel work trucks and commercial vans.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Prolong Super Lubricants
800.540.5823
Prolong.com
Duramax Exhaust Tips
WHAT IT IS:
MBRP Duramax Tailpipe End Tips, Part #T5154
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Designed to give the Chevy and GMC Duramax stock exhaust a new look, these tips are mirror-polished T304 stainless steel. Bolt-on design makes for easy installation.
WHERE TO GET IT:
MBRP Inc.
888.636.7223
MBRPAutomotive.com
Cummins Intercooler Pipe
WHAT IT IS:
3-Inch Polished Aluminum Intercooler Pipe, Part #IC2202
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Show-quality polished passenger-side aluminum intercooler pipe from MBRP. Each 3-inch, mandrel-bent pipe provides a 144 cfm increase flow over stock for faster turbo spool and lower EGT. Designed especially for trucks with turbo or electronic modifications.
WHERE TO GET IT:
MBRP Inc.
888.636.7223
MBRPAutomotive.com
Duramax Side Exit Exhaust
WHAT IT IS:
DPF Single Dual Outlet, Part# S6033409
WHY YOU WANT IT:
A 4-inch, diesel particulate filter-back, single-side exit, dual-outlet performance exhaust system for 2011-2015 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax pickup trucks.
WHERE TO GET IT:
MBRP Inc.
888.636.7223
MBRPAutomotive.com
MBRP Up-Pipe Kit
WHAT IT IS:
Turbo Up-Pipe Kit, Part #FAL2761
WHY YOU WANT IT:
OEM replacement turbo up-pipe provides greater durability than stock for Ford trucks. The mandrel-bent 2-inch pipe provides improved exhaust flow and lower EGT.
WHERE TO GET IT:
MBRP Inc.
888.636.7223
MBRPAutomotive.com
Jeep Diesel Conversion System
WHAT IT IS:
Jeep Clean TDI Diesel Conversion System to Fit YJ, TJ and XJ (1.9 PD TDI)
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Available for Jeep JK manual transmission applications, Coty Built’s Jeep Conversion Systems provide an installation framework for the 2.0 common-rail VW TDI engines. The systems are designed to integrate with the existing Jeep transmission and electronics, and according to the manufacturer, to provide significant performance and fuel economy advantages over standard Jeep engines.
WHERE TO GET IT:
HPA Motorsport/Coty Built
604.888.7274
CotyBuilt.com
Diesel Boost Controller
WHAT IT IS:
GFB D-Force Diesel-Specific Boost Controller
WHY YOU WANT IT:
This diesel-specific electronic boost controller with 50-psi capability allows control of turbo boost level. According to the manufacturer, one of the simplest and most cost-effective power increases available.
WHERE TO GET IT:
GFB
GFB.com.au
Misfuel Alert
WHAT IT IS:
Misfuel Alert Warning/Reminder System, Part #ma20001
WHY YOU WANT IT:
To avoid costly gasoline misfuels, peel and stick the Misfuel Alert inside the diesel fuel door. Flashing light and audible warnings remind you, Diesel Only.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Misfuel Alert Inc.
940.372.9551
MisfuelAlert.com
Heavy Duty End Links
WHAT IT IS:
MAXXLink Heavy Duty Sway Bar End Links for 2014-2015 Ram 2500 and 2013.5-2015 Ram 3500 4×4, Part# SMX-1315
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Directly replace quick-wearing Ram OEM ball-in-socket style sway bar end links with a simple, durable and high-quality design. Designed to be long lasting and better performing, these links use thermoplastic/urethane bushings, and are produced with high-strength 4140 heat-treated alloy steel. Maintenance free, and available in stock and extended lengths.
WHERE TO GET IT:
SuspensionMAXX Inc.
888.629.9226
SuspensionMAXX.com
Cummins Piston
WHAT IT IS:
Dodge Cummins 5.9L 24V 15.5:1 CR, Part #KD0153A2
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Fully manufactured from raw forging to finished product in Mentor, Ohio, the Wiseco line of diesel pistons are designed to provide the strength and features of a max-effort race piston for the everyday consumer.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Wiseco Performance Products
800.321.1364
Wiseco.com
HD Diff Covers
WHAT IT IS:
Heavy Duty Differential Covers
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Black powder-coated heavy-duty aluminum differential pans with cooling fins and service ports. For Dodge, Ford and Chevy pickups.
WHERE TO GET IT:
BD Diesel Performance
800.887.5030
DieselPerformance.com
BD Throttle Sensitivity Booster
WHAT IT IS:
Throttle Sensitivity Booster
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Electronic controls to improve throttle sensitivity on most diesel-powered Dodge, Ford and Chevy pickups. Designed to provide enhanced response and quicker acceleration.
WHERE TO GET IT:
BD Diesel Performance
800.887.5030
DieselPerformance.com
Launch Controller
WHAT IT IS:
Staging Limiter Launch Controller
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Electronic controls for presetting Diesel turbocharger boost or engine rpm for consistent quarter-mile times on the drag strip. For Dodge Cummins, Ford Power Stroke and Chevy Duramax applications.
WHERE TO GET IT:
BD Diesel Performance
800.887.5030
DieselPerformance.com
Turbo Up-Pipes
WHAT IT IS:
Turbocharger Feed Up-Pipe Systems
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Replacement turbocharger feed pipe systems for Ford 6.0L/6.4L/7.3L Power Stroke F-series and Chevy Duramax 6.6L Diesel pickups.
WHERE TO GET IT:
BD Diesel Performance
800.887.5030
DieselPerformance.com
Exhaust Manifolds for Cummins
WHAT IT IS:
Dodge Cummins 5.9L/6.7L Exhaust Manifolds
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Three-piece exhaust manifolds with T4 and T6 turbocharger mounts for Dodge 5.9L and 6.7L Cummins Diesels.
WHERE TO GET IT:
BD Diesel Performance
800.887.5030
DieselPerformance.com
Engineered Stack Pipes
WHAT IT IS:
DTF Truck Stacks for Diesel Pickups, Part #dtfes14
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Heavy-duty 16GA stainless steel, TIG welded design. High-temperature powder coat standard on stack pipe and heat shield. Custom colors available for heat shield. Integrated mounting features included in heat shield. 36-inch stack pipe height, 4-inch exhaust inlet. Made in the USA; patent pending.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Dark Threat Fabrication LLC
501.206.8079
DarkThreatFabrication.com
Injector Puller Kit
WHAT IT IS:
Duramax LB7 Injector Puller Kit, Part #11700
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Puller is used to remove injectors on 2008 to 2010 Duramax diesel engines. Puller fits under firewall, solving clearance issues caused by other pullers. Pull removes injector without removing the stainless sleeve and cuts injector service times by 50 percent or more. Tapered fork tool is included to separate injector from the sleeve if needed.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Schley Products/SP TOOL
714.693.7666
SPTool.com
Dually Wheels
WHAT IT IS:
American Force Twister Dually Wheels
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Custom-made dually wheels built from 6061 forged aluminum. According to the manufacturer, the wheels offer stylish designs without compromise in strength.
WHERE TO GET IT:
American Force Wheels
786.345.6301
AmericanForce.com
Forged Dually Wheels
WHAT IT IS:
American Force Special Force Valor DRW
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Custom-made dually wheels built from 6061 forged aluminum. According to the manufacturer, these wheels provide stylish design without compromise in strength. Special Force Series are powder coated, then machined for a signature look.
WHERE TO GET IT:
American Force Wheels
786.345.6301
AmericanForce.com
Green Filter
WHAT IT IS:
Green Filter USA Jeep JK 2.8 Diesel Filter, Part #7220
WHY YOU WANT IT:
The Green Filter USA high-performance replacement filter for the Jeep JK Diesel was designed to increase horsepower and fuel economy. Green Filters use a woven cotton material along with a steel mesh. Manufacturing process eliminates urethane bleed to provide the most surface area available. Washable, reusable and proudly made in USA.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Ground Force Suspension
724.430.2050
GreenFilterUSA.com
RBP Exhaust Tips
WHAT IT IS:
RBP-RX3- Monoblock Exhaust Tips
WHY YOU WANT IT:
RBP Aluminum Monoblock exhaust tips for trucks and SUVs are black powder coated and machined. Tips are made from a single piece of aluminum and are milled down. Made for use with 3-, 3.5-, 4- and 5-inch exhaust systems with RBP star and logo.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Lexani/Lexani Forged/RBP
951.272.9090
RollingBigPower.com
Duramax Cold Air Intake
WHAT IT IS:
2011-15 GM Sierra/Silverado Duramax 6.6L Cold Air Intake, Part #EVO7004
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Designed for max hp and torque performance gains and supported with actual performance dyno graphs. Induction systems made of durable rotomolded polyethylene and designed for a drop-in fit. Built-in filter minder alerts you when your filter needs maintenance. Each kit utilizes the biggest SuperNano-Web Dry Air Filters.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Injen Technology
909.839.0706
Injen.com
Powers Stroke 6.7 Cold Air Intake
WHAT IT IS:
2011-15 Ford Power Stroke 6.7L Cold Air Intake, Part #EVO9003
WHY YOU WANT IT:
The manufacturer states that their new line of Evolution cold air intakes offers max hp and torque gains, supported with actual dyno graphs. Induction systems are made of durable rotomolded polyethylene. Built-in filter minder alerts when filter needs maintenance. Each kit utilizes the biggest SuperNano-Web dry filters.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Injen Technology
909.839.0706
Injen.com
Cummins 6.7 Cold Air Intake
WHAT IT IS:
2010-12 Dodge Ram Cummins 6.7L Cold Air Intake, Part #EVO8002
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Designed to provide HP and torque performance gains, and supported with actual dyno graphs. Induction systems made of durable rotomolded polyethylene. Built-in filter minder alerts you when your filter needs maintenance. Each kit utilizes the biggest SuperNano-Web dry filters.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Injen Technology
909.839.0706
Injen.com
Diesel Oil Filter
WHAT IT IS:
High-Performance Reusable Diesel Fuel Filter, Part #S201
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Cleanable and reusable filter media eliminates need to buy new disposable filters. Unique patented design provides easy access to filter element for inspection and cleaning. Woven stainless steel filter cloth provides unmatched filtration performance.
WHERE TO GET IT:
K&P Engineering
720.238.1181
KandPEngineering.com
Billet Flexplate
WHAT IT IS:
5.9L + 6.7L Dodge Diesel Billet Flexplate
WHY YOU WANT IT:
New Dodge 5.9L+6.7L FTC Diesel Billet Flexplates are designed to prevent cracking and breaking under extreme stresses. The FTC flexplate is compatible with all aftermarket and stock torque converters. The FTC flexplate comes with an unconditional lifetime warranty.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Florida Torque Converter
800.790.0039
FloridaTorque.com
Cryo Treated Input Shaft
WHAT IT IS:
One-Piece Cryo-Treated Billet Input Shaft for 1994-2007 5.9L Dodge Diesel 518/618/46RE/47RH/47RE Transmissions
WHY YOU WANT IT:
New one-piece 300M billet input shaft with hub (no modifications needed). According to the manufacturer, they are the only company that offers a cryogenically treated shaft like this. It fits 518/618/46RE/47RH/47RE transmissions and comes with unconditional lifetime warranty against workmanship and defects.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Florida Torque Converter
800.790.0039
FloridaTorque.com
Ram Lift Kit
WHAT IT IS:
2014-15 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Lift Kit, Part #54320 or 54324
WHY YOU WANT IT:
McGaughy’s Suspension lift kit has new boxed radius arms and radius arm drop brackets to provide 8 inches of lift for 4x4s.
WHERE TO GET IT:
McGaughy’s Suspension
559.226.8196
McGaughys.com
40-Gallon Refueling Tank
WHAT IT IS:
40-Gallon Refueling Tank for Light Duty Pickups, Part #080-01-15964
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Transfer Flow’s 40-gallon refueling tank fits Ford, Dodge and GMC pickup trucks, and is DOT legal for both gas and diesel fuels. It comes complete with all components including tank, 12-foot hose and nozzle, GPI 12-volt refueling pump, locking gas cap, dash-mounted power switch and mounting hardware. Tank shown has optional spray-on coating.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Transfer Flow Inc.
530.893.5209
TransferFlow.com
2014 Ram Lift Kit
WHAT IT IS:
2014-15 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 4×4 4-Inch or 6-Inch Lift Kit, Part #54327 or 54341
WHY YOU WANT IT:
According to the manufacturer this lift kit is CAD-designed to permit super-accurate manufacturing with interlocking parts, so that each piece is made to manufacturer specifications and installs easily without the need for custom modifications.
WHERE TO GET IT:
McGaughy’s Suspension
559.226.8196
McGaughys.com
Ram ProMaster Rear Sway Bar
WHAT IT IS:
2014 Ram ProMaster 2500/3500 Rear Sway Bar, Part #7742
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Hellwig’s rear sway bar for new Ram ProMaster 2500/3500 vans is manufactured in their California factory out of heat-treated, chromoly steel. The 1-inch diameter sway bar is stiffer than factory to compensate for heavy loads. This improves handling and decreases body roll, leading to a better driving experience and greater safety.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Hellwig Products Co. Inc.
559.734.7451
HellwigProducts.com
Ram 2500 Rear Sway Bar
WHAT IT IS:
2014 Dodge Ram 2500 Big Wig Rear Sway Bar
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Hellwig’s rear sway bar for the new coil-sprung Ram 2500 is part of the “Big Wig” line designed specifically for the heavy hauler. It’s manufactured at their California factory out of 1 1/4-inch solid, heat-treated chromoly steel engineered to support large loads in the corners and windy conditions for better handling and safety.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Hellwig Products Co. Inc.
559.734.7451
HellwigProducts.com
Big Wig Air Springs
WHAT IT IS:
2014 Dodge Ram 2500 Big Wig Air Springs, Part #6214
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Hellwig’s air spring helper kit for the new, coil sprung Dodge Ram 2500 uses “Big Wig” 2,800-lb air bags for a total of 5,600-lb capacity. The larger air bag takes less pressure to level the load for a smoother ride. These work in addition to the factory coil springs to level the load in tow/haul conditions.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Hellwig Products Co. Inc.
559.734.7451
HellwigProducts.com
Super Duty Air Filter
WHAT IT IS:
K&N High-Flow Replacement Air Filter, Part #33-5010
WHY YOU WANT IT:
Fitting 2011-15 Ford Super Duty 6.7 diesels, K&N’s high-flow replacement air filter allows for replacement of the OEM air filter with a washable and reusable performance air filter.
WHERE TO GET IT:
K&N Engineering
800.858.3333
KNFilters.com
Turbo Upgrade Kit
WHAT IT IS:
German-Made Upgrades for Turbochargers
WHY YOU WANT IT:
With the new product line O.S.T. (Optimized Stock Turbocharger) the TurboZentrum offers turbocharger optimization. TurboZentrum improves the compressor wheel to increase performance, and the bearing to increase durability of journal bearing turbos. Shown here: Stage 2 optimization of an Audi 3.0 TDI Turbo.
WHERE TO GET IT:
O.S.T. Germany by TurboZentrum
OST-Turbo.de
Turbo Compressor Wheel
WHAT IT IS:
Upgraded Turbo Compressor Wheel and Bearing
WHY YOU WANT IT:
TurboZentrum compressor wheel and the bearing (journal bearing only). Results in optimization of stock turbos. TurboZentrum optimizes motorsport turbos as well. Shown here: Garrett GT2876R O.S.T. Stage 1
WHERE TO GET IT:
O.S.T. Germany by TurboZentrum
OST-Turbo.de
Econo Maxx
WHAT IT IS:
A Non-Moving Part Made of Automotive-Grade Plastic
WHY YOU WANT IT:
According to the manufacturer, when placed into the air intake hose in any vehicle or equipment, gas or diesel, Econo Maxx optimizes the angular velocity of the air so the engine burns fuel more efficiently, resulting in up to 20-percent fuel savings, reduced emissions, and increased horsepower.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Econo Maxx
807.854.2425
EconoMaxx.com
Water/Meth Reservoir
WHAT IT IS:
New Diesel Boost Cooler 10-Gallon Toolbox-Style Reservoir
WHY YOU WANT IT:
This 10-gallon water-methanol injection “toolbox” style reservoir is designed to mount in the void space in the bed of a standard pickup. Features include reinforced thick-wall poly construction, large filler cap, and anti-slosh sumped design. Easy “hang from the bed rail” mounting keeps the entire bed floor open for cargo.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Snow Performance Inc.
719.633.3811
SnowPerformance.net
Modular Water/Meth Reservoir
WHAT IT IS:
Boost Cooler 3-Gallon Reservoir
WHY YOU WANT IT:
New 3-gallon modular water-methanol injection reservoir. Fuel cell style; designed for trunk mounting. Large capacity for the highest horsepower applications, standard fuel cell-style fill and cap, anti-slosh sumped design, and modular under-side pump mounting for ease of installation.
WHERE TO GET IT:
Snow Performance Inc.
719.633.3811
SnowPerformance.net
Nozzle Mounting Tubes
WHAT IT IS:
Diesel Boost Cooler Nozzle Mount Tube
WHY YOU WANT IT:
New diesel nozzle mounting tubes for use in diesel Boost Cooler and MPG-MAX systems. Designed to replace the stock rubber intercooler boot to make installation easy. Features include multiple ports for multiple nozzles and HD silicone construction. Available for all popular applica