E3 Down Loader From Bully Dog
It was obvious that insane fuel prices influence a lot of aftermarket tuner companies, as many vendors had new programmers and downloaders with fuel economy in mind. Bully Dog Technologies capitalized on this by displaying its new Triple Dog E3 Downloader. Strictly an economy-based downloader, it features tuning developed specifically for maximum efficiency, and is affordably priced.
www.bullydog.com
Extreme-Duty Engine Mounts
These engine mounts from Energy Suspension were on display for '94-'02 Cummins engines making high horsepower and torque. It claims its Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane material will both outperform and outlast engine mounts utilizing rubber.
www.energysuspension.com
S&B's Latest
The newest product from S&B Filters is this intake elbow for the 5.9L Cummins. Made from military-grade composite material, it is said to offer a much lower heat transfer rate than conventional cast aluminum units, and the company claims it was engineered to withstand 130 psi. Notice the five brass threaded ports on the backside? This intake elbow is ready for water, methanol, or nitrous injection right off the shelf.
www.sbfilters.com
A Little Love For The 7.3L
The 7.3L Power Stroke is getting a lot more love these days. Perhaps the aftermarket is just now realizing the benefits of a 444-cubic-inch diesel. Turbonetics had its new Stage 2 Turbo System on display. The single turbocharger is said to support up to 50 psi, and the system is capable of 500-800 horsepower and more than 1,000 lb-ft of torque.
www.turboneticsinc.com
Speed Braking For The Duramax
Does your Duramax-powered HD spend a lot of time towing heavily? If so, Banks may have just what you're looking for. Its new SpeedBrake for the LBZ and LMM Duramax is an all-electronic braking system that works with the factory variable geometry turbos to regulate downhill speed. In addition, it features adjustable set-point speeds, and built-in safety.
www.bankspower.com
New HP Tuner Software
HP Tuners VCM Suite should make dyno operators' jobs easier. It is the first software package with a single piece of hardware that allows you to edit your new Dodge, Ford or GM's PCM's and TCM's with a laptop computer.
www.hptuners.com