Transmission Tuners and Programmers
Tim Walton
March 12, 2013
Old-school engine tuning of carbureted engines was really an art form. Changing the jets, adjusting fuel flow and air screws and playing with the choke to get the engine to run properly are quite different from today’s process of changing values and coding within the engine’s computer, which controls... Read more »
Advanced Flow Engineering
Ken Freund
March 12, 2013
Improving tow vehicle performance requires a systematic approach. Many owners have found out the hard way that just slapping on one item and expecting it to completely change power output is a bit unrealistic. Therefore, we are spotlighting a company that offers a number of products designed to work... Read more »
Pin Box Comparison
Tim Walton
December 14, 2012
If your idea of a good time is climbing onto the back of rodeo stock bred and raised to throw a rider, you can expect a good deal of bucking, but when it comes to towing a fifth-wheel trailer, it’s the last thing you expect or want in your ride. The hardware that connects your truck and trailer can... Read more »
Giraffe G4 Overhead Protection System
Kevin Livingston
November 7, 2012
In most cases we would prefer perfect scenarios for anything life has to offer; but it’s not a perfect world when owning an RV. We’re used to frequent maintenance and repair procedures. It’s the unexpected hazards when roaming unknown territory (like driving under an overhang that’s just a little... Read more »
Husky Towing Products’ Brute 4500 Power Jack
Larry Walton
October 5, 2012
There are two situations that require more cranking than just getting the trailer on and off the ball. First is properly setting up a weight distribution hitch, which requires lifting both the trailer A-frame and the truck enough to get the spring bars in place. The second situation is a function of... Read more »
Bully Dog GT Gauge Tuner and Rapid Flow Air Intake
Bill and Jenn Gehr
September 10, 2012
Sitting around the campfire the topic of conversation often centers on fuel economy and optimum performance. Everyone wants to get up the grades first without sacrificing mileage. One company that specializes in making those wishes come true is Bully Dog, a leader in performance products for diesel-... Read more »
Maxxis M8008 ST Radial Tire
Tom Kaiser
August 28, 2012
If you’re in the market for new trailer tires take a look at the M8008 ST Radial from Maxxis. They can help provide improved ride quality and decrease rolling resistance, which may lead to extended fuel mileage and lengthen the life of the tire. Double steel-belt construction adds strength to the tires,... Read more »
Power Breaking: BD Diesel’s Variable-Vane Brake Controller
Bruce W. Smith
August 16, 2012
A heavy trailer places a great deal of stress on any tow vehicle’s brakes. Towing large trailers in mountainous regions, along twisting, diving highways or in heavy stop-and-go traffic taxes brake systems even more. The combination of repeated applications of the brake pedal under loaded conditions... Read more »
K&N High-Flow Air Filters
Ken Freund
August 13, 2012
K&N High-Flow Air Filters are designed to increase power and acceleration, while providing excellent filtration. When most RVers think about increasing the power of their tow vehicle, they likely consider changing the exhaust to a free-flowing aftermarket system, or perhaps a computer upgrade. Unfortunately,... Read more »
