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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
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
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
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...
Aisin vs. 68RFE: Which Transmission Should You Build Behind Your 6.7L Cummins?
July 22, 2025
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...
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
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...
Bilstein vs. Fox 2.0: Which Shock is Better for Silverado and Sierra 2500HD/3500HD?
July 10, 2025
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...
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?
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
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
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...
RAM 2500 & 3500 Wheel Offset Guide (2003–Present)
June 25, 2025
RAM 2500 & 3500 Wheel Offset Guide (2003–Present)
1. Introduction: Why Wheel Offset Matters for Off-Roading Whether you're rock crawling in Moab or...
Meet DFC Diesel: Built for the Long Haul and Available at Alligator Performance
June 17, 2025
Meet DFC Diesel: Built for the Long Haul and Available at Alligator Performance
At Alligator Performance, we don’t just stock parts—we partner with brands that earn their way...
Steering Stabilizers for 2019–2024 Ram 2500 & 3500: Why They Matter & What to Buy
June 16, 2025
Steering Stabilizers for 2019–2024 Ram 2500 & 3500: Why They Matter & What to Buy
If you're running a 2019-2024 Ram 2500 or 3500 with the 6.7L Cummins, you know...
Keeping Your Emissions System Happy (and Legal) on a 2013–2018 Cummins
June 12, 2025
Keeping Your Emissions System Happy (and Legal) on a 2013–2018 Cummins
We get it. You’ve got a 6.7L Cummins under the hood, and the last thing...
A New Era for the 2025 Ram with the 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel
June 10, 2025
A New Era for the 2025 Ram with the 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel
The 6.7L inline-six Cummins engine has been a rock-solid performer for years, but for 2025,...
Why Upgrading to WARN Locking Hubs on Your 2008–2010 Super Duty Is a No-Brainer
June 5, 2025
Why Upgrading to WARN Locking Hubs on Your 2008–2010 Super Duty Is a No-Brainer
If you’re driving a 2008–2010 Ford F250 or F350 Super Duty with the 6.4L Power...
This Is Why The MBRP Exhaust Kit Is the Ultimate First Upgrade for Your LB7 Duramax
June 3, 2025
This Is Why The MBRP Exhaust Kit Is the Ultimate First Upgrade for Your LB7 Duramax
There’s something special about the early 2000s Duramax trucks—especially those 2001–2004 2500HD and 3500HD beasts...
Taking (Care Of) A Leak: Upgrading Your LBZ and LMM Duramax Transmission Cooler Lines
May 29, 2025
Taking (Care Of) A Leak: Upgrading Your LBZ and LMM Duramax Transmission Cooler Lines
It’s usually not a fatal flaw but more like a pain in the butt that...
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