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Fleece Cheetah vs ATS Aurora VFR: Which Drop-In Turbo Is Right for Your Cummins, Duramax or Power Stroke?
Fleece Cheetah vs ATS Aurora VFR: Which Drop-In Turbo Is Right for Your Cummins, Duramax or Power Stroke?
September 25, 2026

Fleece Cheetah vs ATS Aurora VFR: Which Drop-In Turbo Is Right for Your Cummins, Duramax or Power Stroke?

Fleece Cheetah vs ATS Aurora VFR: Which Drop-In Turbo Is Right for Your Cummins, Duramax...
Best Shocks for 2017-2026 Ford F-250 & F-350: Bilstein 5100 vs Fox 2.0 vs ICON
Best Shocks for 2017-2026 Ford F-250 & F-350: Bilstein 5100 vs Fox 2.0 vs ICON
September 19, 2026

Best Shocks for 2017-2026 Ford F-250 & F-350: Bilstein 5100 vs Fox 2.0 vs ICON

Best Shocks for 2017-2026 Ford F-250 & F-350: Bilstein 5100 vs Fox 2.0 vs ICON...
Ram 6.7L Cummins Thermal Bypass Valve Upgrade Guide: ATS vs PPE vs BD for 2010-2024 Trucks
Ram 6.7L Cummins Thermal Bypass Valve Upgrade Guide: ATS vs PPE vs BD for 2010-2024 Trucks
September 15, 2026

Ram 6.7L Cummins Thermal Bypass Valve Upgrade Guide: ATS vs PPE vs BD for 2010-2024 Trucks

Ram 6.7L Cummins Thermal Bypass Valve Upgrade Guide: ATS vs PPE vs BD (2010-2024) Ram...
Bilstein vs. Fox 2.0: Which Shock is Better for Silverado and Sierra 2500HD/3500HD?
Bilstein vs. Fox 2.0: Which Shock is Better for Silverado and Sierra 2500HD/3500HD?
September 9, 2026

Bilstein vs. Fox 2.0: Which Shock is Better for Silverado and Sierra 2500HD/3500HD?

Upgrading the suspension system on a heavy-duty truck like the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD/3500HD or GMC...
Aisin vs. 68RFE: Which Transmission Should You Build Behind Your 6.7L Cummins?
Aisin vs. 68RFE: Which Transmission Should You Build Behind Your 6.7L Cummins?
September 9, 2026

Aisin vs. 68RFE: Which Transmission Should You Build Behind Your 6.7L Cummins?

If you’ve got a Ram Heavy Duty truck with a 6.7L Cummins—or you’re shopping for...
Allison 10L1000 Transmission: A Technical Deep Dive and Overview
Allison 10L1000 Transmission: A Technical Deep Dive and Overview
September 9, 2026

Allison 10L1000 Transmission: A Technical Deep Dive and Overview

Disclaimer! The truth is, the opinion ANYONE has on any part, brand, truck, transmission, or...
Full Force Diesel Injectors: 7.3 Power Stroke Buyer's Guide
Full Force Diesel Injectors: 7.3 Power Stroke Buyer's Guide
June 9, 2026

Full Force Diesel Injectors: 7.3 Power Stroke Buyer's Guide

Full Force Diesel Injectors: The Complete Buyer's Guide for the 7.3L Power Stroke If you...
Full Force Diesel 6.0 Power Stroke Injectors: Buyer's Guide
Full Force Diesel 6.0 Power Stroke Injectors: Buyer's Guide
June 9, 2026

Full Force Diesel 6.0 Power Stroke Injectors: Buyer's Guide

Full Force Diesel 6.0 Power Stroke Injectors: The Complete Buyer's Guide The 6.0L Power Stroke...
Black Friday and Cyber Monday at Alligator Performance
Black Friday and Cyber Monday at Alligator Performance
November 21, 2025

Black Friday and Cyber Monday at Alligator Performance

Alligator Performance Best Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals Black Friday and Cyber Monday are...
No ECM Removal Needed: Tune Your E90 or T93 in Under 30 Minutes
No ECM Removal Needed: Tune Your E90 or T93 in Under 30 Minutes
October 29, 2025

No ECM Removal Needed: Tune Your E90 or T93 in Under 30 Minutes

If you’ve got a 2019-2023 Silverado or Sierra and you’ve been itching to tune it,...
The Ultimate Guide to Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Up-Pipes (2003–2007)
The Ultimate Guide to Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Up-Pipes (2003–2007)
August 22, 2025

The Ultimate Guide to Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Up-Pipes (2003–2007)

What Are Up-Pipes? On a 6.0L Powerstroke, the up-pipes are part of the exhaust system...
Why Every LML Duramax Owner Should Consider a CP3 Conversion
Why Every LML Duramax Owner Should Consider a CP3 Conversion
August 13, 2025

Why Every LML Duramax Owner Should Consider a CP3 Conversion

If you own a 2011–2016 Duramax LML, there’s a good chance you’ve heard the phrase...
In-Depth Guide: 2014–2025 Ram 2500 Eibach Pro-Lift Springs
In-Depth Guide: 2014–2025 Ram 2500 Eibach Pro-Lift Springs
July 29, 2025

In-Depth Guide: 2014–2025 Ram 2500 Eibach Pro-Lift Springs

When it comes to upgrading your Ram 2500 or 3500 6.7L Cummins for better ride...
Don’t Blame Your 48RE Just Yet
Don’t Blame Your 48RE Just Yet
July 24, 2025

Don’t Blame Your 48RE Just Yet

It always starts the same way. Your 2005 Ram Cummins has been running strong all...
Best-Selling RAM 2500/3500 Suspension Upgrades by Cognito Suspension
Best-Selling RAM 2500/3500 Suspension Upgrades by Cognito Suspension
July 17, 2025

Best-Selling RAM 2500/3500 Suspension Upgrades by Cognito Suspension

When it comes to dominating the off-road trail or handling heavy towing tasks, the RAM...
The Ultimate Silverado Lighting Upgrade Guide: Morimoto XB Headlights, Fog Lights & More
The Ultimate Silverado Lighting Upgrade Guide: Morimoto XB Headlights, Fog Lights & More
July 15, 2025

The Ultimate Silverado Lighting Upgrade Guide: Morimoto XB Headlights, Fog Lights & More

If you're driving a Chevy Silverado and still rocking the factory halogen bulbs or older...
Plug In. Power Up. Drive Smart: The Edge EZX + CTS3 Tuner for 2023-2025 Power Stroke Trucks
Plug In. Power Up. Drive Smart: The Edge EZX + CTS3 Tuner for 2023-2025 Power Stroke Trucks
July 8, 2025

Plug In. Power Up. Drive Smart: The Edge EZX + CTS3 Tuner for 2023-2025 Power Stroke Trucks

If you drive a 2023-2025 Ford F-250, F-350, or F-450 with the 6.7L Power Stroke...
Bilstein 5100 vs Fox 2.0: Which Shock Is Better for Your RAM 2500/3500?
Bilstein 5100 vs Fox 2.0: Which Shock Is Better for Your RAM 2500/3500?
July 3, 2025

Bilstein 5100 vs Fox 2.0: Which Shock Is Better for Your RAM 2500/3500?

Whether you’re looking to level out your RAM 2500/3500 or upgrade its off-road capabilities, choosing...
Top-Selling Cognito Suspension Parts for Ford F-250/F-350 Super Duty Trucks
Top-Selling Cognito Suspension Parts for Ford F-250/F-350 Super Duty Trucks
July 1, 2025

Top-Selling Cognito Suspension Parts for Ford F-250/F-350 Super Duty Trucks

When it comes to upgrading your Ford F-250 or F-350 Super Duty, suspension components are...
How to Decode Your Cummins Engine Block: Casting Numbers, “53” Blocks, and What Every 5.9L or 6.7L Owner Should Know
How to Decode Your Cummins Engine Block: Casting Numbers, “53” Blocks, and What Every 5.9L or 6.7L Owner Should Know
June 26, 2025

How to Decode Your Cummins Engine Block: Casting Numbers, “53” Blocks, and What Every 5.9L or 6.7L Owner Should Know

If you own a Dodge or Ram truck powered by a Cummins diesel, especially a...