{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"7.3 and 6.0 Owners - This is the Future of Tuning","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/7-3-and-6-0-owners-this-is-the-future-of-tuning","audioUrl":"https://traffic.megaphone.fm/DIESE6684360490.mp3?updated=1777595115","description":"Power Hungry Performance joins us to discuss new tuning options that \njust hit the market - and more about to roll out! From tuning with the \nEdge CTS3, to your phone and data-logging, it’s all about to change for \n7.3 and 6.0 owners.\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices"},"annotations":[{"startTime":158.5,"endTime":163.7,"type":"concept","title":"EPA","url":"/glossary/epa","quote":"...what he's pushing forward to try to get the industry the EPA and everything to move in a direction that's beneficial to everyone...","canonicalId":"concept:epa","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The EPA (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency) sets and enforces emissions rules for vehicles and fuels. In diesel tuning, EPA pressure can affect what modifications are legal and how shops approach emissions-related hardware and software.","simplifiedExplanation":"The EPA is a U.S. agency that makes rules to limit pollution. If you tune a diesel, those rules can affect what changes are allowed and what the shop has to be careful about."}},{"startTime":183.7,"endTime":193.7,"type":"topic","title":"7 threes","quote":"...I thought that would be that would be helpful being a shop owner or one of you know, your customers or someone just interested in seven threes to be around that sort of information...","canonicalId":"topic:7-threes","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“7 threes” refers to BMW 7 Series owners and enthusiasts gathering to share knowledge. In this context, it’s a community event for people who own or work on those cars.","simplifiedExplanation":"“7 threes” is a shorthand for BMW 7 Series cars. 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It helps the business stay healthy."}},{"startTime":270.8,"endTime":275.3,"type":"car","title":"seven three power strokes","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/6c/Austin_Seven_Sports_Cabrio_%281933%29_%2850023773632%29.jpg","quote":"We were talking about seven three power strokes and I'd asked you how you got interested in I'm where it came from","canonicalId":"car:ford:7.3l power stroke","priority":0.95,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Seven three power strokes” refers to the Ford 7.3L Power Stroke diesel engine. It’s a popular engine platform among truck enthusiasts, especially for tuning and performance upgrades.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re talking about a Ford diesel engine called the 7.3L Power Stroke. People tune these engines a lot because they respond well to upgrades.","imageAttribution":"Pedro Ribeiro Simões from Lisboa, Portugal (CC BY 2.0)"}},{"startTime":275.3,"endTime":283.5,"type":"term","title":"tuning side","url":"/glossary/tuning-side","quote":"You know, why you got interested in the tuning side? Why seven threes? What what drew you in in?","canonicalId":"term:tuning-side","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Tuning” in this context means changing engine control settings (like fueling and boost behavior) to alter how the diesel runs. Diesel tuning is often done to increase power/torque and to match the truck’s performance to the owner’s goals.","simplifiedExplanation":"Here, “tuning” means adjusting the truck’s computer settings. People do it to make the engine feel stronger and more responsive."}},{"startTime":297.1,"endTime":304.2,"type":"company","title":"power hundred performance","quote":"And then what companies like like power hundred performance are bringing to the table with technology and","canonicalId":"company:power-hundred-performance","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Power Hundred Performance is mentioned as a company bringing technology to the tuning space for these trucks. The context suggests they make products that help people tune diesel trucks more effectively.","simplifiedExplanation":"They mention Power Hundred Performance as a company that makes tuning-related products. The idea is that their tools help you modify and control the truck’s performance."}},{"startTime":309.1,"endTime":312.6,"type":"term","title":"horsepower","url":"/glossary/horsepower","quote":"In my interest when I was younger was what's the highest horsepower? 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It’s meant to make it easier to control the tuning using a different screen or controller."}},{"startTime":358.6,"endTime":366.1,"type":"brand","title":"edge CTS 3","url":"/glossary/edge-cts-3","quote":"Initially, it's just an interface that allows our Hydra to communicate with the edge CTS 3","canonicalId":"brand:edge-cts-3","priority":0.85,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Edge CTS 3” is a consumer-facing tuning/monitoring controller from the Edge brand. Here, it’s used as the display/control unit so the driver can manage the Hydra tuning functions.","simplifiedExplanation":"Edge CTS 3 is a screen/controller used to monitor and control tuning settings. In this setup, it becomes the place where you control the Hydra."}},{"startTime":358.6,"endTime":366.1,"type":"term","title":"Hydra","url":"/glossary/hydra","quote":"Initially, it's just an interface that allows our Hydra to communicate with the edge CTS 3","canonicalId":"term:hydra","priority":0.8,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Hydra” is referenced as a tuning/control device that can be communicated with via the Medusa interface. The segment implies it’s part of a multi-device tuning setup for the 7.3L Power Stroke.","simplifiedExplanation":"Hydra is the tuning controller/device they’re talking about. The Medusa interface helps you control Hydra using another controller."}},{"startTime":366.1,"endTime":369.78,"type":"car","title":"Cadillac CTS","url":"/cars/cadillac/cts","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/3e/12-14_Cadillac_CTS_coupe.jpg","quote":"...hat allows our Hydra to communicate with the edge CTS 3  So you can control your Hydra right from your ...","canonicalId":"car:cadillac:cts","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Cadillac CTS is a mid-size luxury sedan that’s known for offering modern electronics and driver convenience features. In this podcast context, it’s mentioned alongside a system that can communicate and be controlled through an interface—suggesting the CTS is being used as an example of how vehicle systems can integrate with other tech. That makes it relevant when discussing connectivity, control, and how modules talk to each other.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Cadillac CTS is a luxury car in the mid-size sedan category. It has electronics and features that can connect to other systems. In the podcast, it’s likely being used as an example of how those vehicle systems can be controlled or communicated with.","imageAttribution":"MercurySable99 (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":376.4,"endTime":380.9,"type":"term","title":"six positions","url":"/glossary/six-positions","quote":"It was configured originally for six positions So you're limited to using six positions.","canonicalId":"term:six-positions","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Six positions” refers to the number of selectable tuning slots/modes available on the CTS 3 controller as configured. The segment says the interface is limited by how the CTS 3 was originally set up.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re talking about how many preset settings the controller can store or switch between. In this case, the CTS 3 is limited to six presets."}},{"startTime":380.9,"endTime":384.1,"type":"term","title":"manual switch","quote":"You can still put the other positions on the chip You just have to end up using the the manual switch","canonicalId":"term:manual-switch","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.65,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The “manual switch” is described as the workaround for accessing additional tuning positions beyond the controller’s built-in limit. It implies you can still select other modes, but not directly through the CTS 3 interface.","simplifiedExplanation":"When the controller can’t access all the settings, they use a separate manual switch. That switch lets you choose the extra modes yourself."}},{"startTime":413.8,"endTime":430.5,"type":"term","title":"Bluetooth","url":"/glossary/bluetooth","quote":"The device itself is actually Bluetooth and USB capable\nSo the next project that we're working on and this is strictly it'll just end up being a firmware update for the for the Medusa\n... \nBluetooth capability to it\nwhere\nYou can pair it with your phone and then you can control","canonicalId":"term:bluetooth","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Bluetooth is a short-range wireless connection that lets devices pair without cables. Here, it’s used so the Hydra can be controlled from a phone app.","simplifiedExplanation":"Bluetooth is wireless communication between nearby devices. In this case, it lets your phone talk to the tuning device without plugging in."}},{"startTime":413.8,"endTime":464.3,"type":"term","title":"USB capable","url":"/glossary/usb-capable","quote":"The device itself is actually Bluetooth and USB capable\nSo the next project that we're working on and this is strictly it'll just end up being a firmware update for the for the Medusa\n... \nStage three is\nThe device also being USB capable.\nWe will eventually ship a USB cable","canonicalId":"term:usb-capable","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“USB capable” means the device can connect through a USB interface for data transfer and control. The segment later explains using a USB cable to connect through Medusa to the Hydra for flashing and faster data reads.","simplifiedExplanation":"“USB capable” means it can connect using a USB cable. 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It can add new features—here, they’re using it to enable Bluetooth control and improve how the device can be programmed."}},{"startTime":486.2,"endTime":490.98,"type":"term","title":"high-speed read the data","quote":"Will also be able to\nhigh-speed read the data","canonicalId":"term:high-speed-read-the-data","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“High-speed read the data” refers to faster acquisition of sensor/ECU data from the vehicle or tuning hardware. The segment implies the USB path enables quicker data reading after firmware changes.","simplifiedExplanation":"This means the device can pull live data faster. The hosts are suggesting USB will make data monitoring quicker than before."}},{"startTime":493.4,"endTime":494.8,"type":"term","title":"RPM","url":"/glossary/rpm","quote":"[493.4s]  RPM engine temp\n[497.7s]  Timing you know all the parameters that you would normally get over the sloj 1850 bus","canonicalId":"term:rpm","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"RPM (revolutions per minute) is how fast the engine’s crankshaft is spinning. Tuning tools often log RPM because it strongly affects fueling, timing, and how the engine responds under load.","simplifiedExplanation":"RPM tells you how fast the engine is spinning. When tuning, RPM is important because the engine behaves differently at different speeds."}},{"startTime":497.7,"endTime":501.0,"type":"term","title":"sloj 1850 bus","quote":"[497.7s]  Timing you know all the parameters that you would normally get over the sloj 1850 bus\n[502.7s]  we'll go right through the Medusa right to your phone and","canonicalId":"term:sloj-1850-bus","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.45,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"This appears to reference the vehicle’s diagnostic/data bus used for reading parameters. In many diesel tuning contexts, that’s commonly the J1850 family of vehicle communication standards, which limits how much data can be streamed compared with newer approaches.","simplifiedExplanation":"Cars use internal communication “networks” to share sensor data. The point here is that the older bus they’re comparing against can’t send as much data as their newer setup."}},{"startTime":506.3,"endTime":510.0,"type":"term","title":"samples a second","url":"/glossary/samples-a-second","quote":"[506.3s]  We're talking about thousands of samples a second versus 20 samples a second\n[511.0s]  So this is all stuff. We wanted to get the product out there get people aware of it","canonicalId":"term:samples-a-second","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Samples per second” is the data sampling rate—how frequently the device reads sensor values. Higher sampling rates can make logs and live tuning feedback more responsive and accurate.","simplifiedExplanation":"This is how often the device checks the engine data each second. Checking more often can make the information smoother and more useful while tuning."}},{"startTime":596.6,"endTime":600.0,"type":"term","title":"Cyclops","url":"/glossary/cyclops","quote":"[591.0s]  So people people\n[592.5s]  Well considering that we had made a price a product like this\n[596.6s]  When the hydro first came out we had a little device called called Cyclops\n[601.7s]  And","canonicalId":"term:cyclops","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Cyclops is mentioned as an earlier device they built when “the hydro” first came out. It’s being used as a reference point to explain how their product line evolved toward Medusa.","simplifiedExplanation":"Cyclops is an older gadget they previously made. They’re mentioning it to show how their tuning hardware has progressed over time."}},{"startTime":607.0,"endTime":607.0,"type":"brand","title":"DP tuner","quote":"R chip it worked on the TS chip it worked on Moats chip which DP tuner cells stuff like that","canonicalId":"brand:dp-tuner","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“DP tuner” is referenced as a product ecosystem for diesel tuning hardware/software. In this segment, it’s grouped with other chip solutions, suggesting DP tuner sells or supports tuning modules.","simplifiedExplanation":"DP Tuner sounds like a company or product line that makes tuning gear for diesel trucks. They’re part of the ecosystem of devices people use to change engine behavior."}},{"startTime":607.0,"endTime":607.0,"type":"term","title":"R chip","quote":"R chip it worked on the TS chip it worked on Moats chip which DP tuner cells stuff like that","canonicalId":"term:r-chip","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.45,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “chip” in diesel tuning usually refers to an electronic module or firmware that changes how the engine control unit (ECU) delivers fuel and boost. “R chip” is likely a specific tuning chip brand or product line used for performance calibration.","simplifiedExplanation":"In diesel tuning, a “chip” is a device that changes how the engine computer runs the engine. It can adjust things like fueling and boost to change how the truck drives."}},{"startTime":607.0,"endTime":607.0,"type":"term","title":"TS chip","quote":"R chip it worked on the TS chip it worked on Moats chip which DP tuner cells stuff like that","canonicalId":"term:ts-chip","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.45,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“TS chip” appears to be another named tuning chip/module used to alter ECU calibration. The context suggests these chips were compatible with the same tuning approach and hardware.","simplifiedExplanation":"This sounds like another tuning “chip,” meaning a device that helps the engine computer run differently for more power or different drivability."}},{"startTime":674.8,"endTime":677.0,"type":"term","title":"Summit 7 3","quote":"the people who\nWere at Summit 7 3 and got the preview of it. 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That’s why it comes up in a conversation about compatibility with certain vehicle systems.","imageAttribution":"Wikimedia Commons / Public domain"}},{"startTime":710.2,"endTime":715.3,"type":"term","title":"fast connect","url":"/glossary/fast-connect","quote":"they have fast connect which allows\nPeople to monitor their fast fuel systems with an app on their phone","canonicalId":"term:fast-connect","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Fast connect” is described as a feature that lets users monitor “fast fuel systems” via a phone app. This is a telematics-style capability for tuning/aftermarket fuel system monitoring.","simplifiedExplanation":"Fast Connect is an app-based feature that lets you check on your fuel system from your phone. 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If you replace injectors, the tune may need updates so the engine still gets the right amount of fuel at the right time."}},{"startTime":728.36,"endTime":739.3,"type":"term","title":"data logging","url":"/glossary/data-logging","quote":"Like data logging or the information you're able to process where if you have an injector change or something or\n[735.4s]  You know your tuners halfway across the country or all the way across the country","canonicalId":"term:data-logging","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Data logging is recording live engine/vehicle sensor values while the truck is running. Tuners use it to compare what the engine is actually doing against what the calibration (tune) expects, then adjust fueling and timing accordingly.","simplifiedExplanation":"Data logging means saving lots of sensor readings while the car or truck is running. Tuners look at those saved numbers to see what’s really happening and then make the tune better."}},{"startTime":747.7,"endTime":759.3,"type":"term","title":"start of injection","url":"/glossary/start-of-injection","quote":"but one of the big problems that we've always had with tuning the 7 3 is\n[747.7s]  There is no start of injection pit. There's nothing that tells you what the timing is on your truck\n[759.3s]  so","canonicalId":"term:start-of-injection","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Start of injection (SOI) is the exact moment the fuel injection process begins. On diesel engines, SOI strongly affects combustion timing, which impacts power, smoke, noise, and engine stress.","simplifiedExplanation":"Start of injection is when the engine starts squirting fuel into the cylinders. If it happens too early or too late, the engine can make less power or run roughly."}},{"startTime":747.7,"endTime":772.9,"type":"term","title":"timing","url":"/glossary/timing","quote":"There's nothing that tells you what the timing is on your truck\n[759.3s]  so\n[761.3s]  When you're tuning you're putting a lot of faith in what the software is capable of doing but you don't have any real output\n[766.5s]  I can't look at it say I'm at 23 degrees or 28 degrees or 50 degrees or you know","canonicalId":"term:timing","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Timing” here refers to combustion timing—how the ECU schedules when fuel is injected relative to engine rotation. Diesel timing changes combustion efficiency and can move the engine into “safe” or “dangerous” calibration territory.","simplifiedExplanation":"Timing is about when the engine injects fuel during each engine cycle. Changing it can make the engine run smoother and stronger, but the wrong timing can be harmful."}},{"startTime":799.9,"endTime":833.9,"type":"term","title":"ICP pulse","url":"/glossary/icp-pulse","quote":"You can see small glitches anything you can see if an ejector is not firing because you can actually see a change in the ICP pulse\n[813.9s]  where it didn't actually dump into an injector or","canonicalId":"term:icp-pulse","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"ICP pulse refers to the signal pattern from the Injection Control Pressure (ICP) sensor, which tracks high-pressure fuel system behavior. By watching the ICP pulse at high sample rates, tuners can detect whether the injection event is actually happening and whether the injector is producing the expected pressure response.","simplifiedExplanation":"ICP pulse is a fast-changing sensor signal that shows what the high-pressure fuel system is doing. If the injector doesn’t fire correctly, the pressure signal pattern will look different."}},{"startTime":818.5,"endTime":821.7,"type":"term","title":"cracked nozzle","quote":"where it didn't actually dump into an injector or\n[818.5s]  You could probably even picked up an injector with a cracked nozzle\n[821.7s]  But watching a huge ICP drop because there's no resistance behind","canonicalId":"term:cracked-nozzle","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.65,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A cracked injector nozzle means the tip of the injector is damaged, which can disrupt the spray pattern. That can reduce atomization quality and cause abnormal combustion, often showing up as diagnostic anomalies in high-speed pressure/sensor data.","simplifiedExplanation":"A cracked nozzle is damage at the injector tip. 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That helps the truck feel stronger right away instead of waiting for the turbo to spool."}},{"startTime":2393.1,"endTime":2396.0,"type":"term","title":"four five six psi","url":"/glossary/four-five-six-psi","quote":"four five six psi into the supercharger\nyou're talking about","canonicalId":"term:four-five-six-psi","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“psi” is pounds per square inch, a unit used to measure boost pressure in forced-induction setups. Higher boost pressure generally means more compressed air entering the engine, which increases the need for matching fuel and engine protection.","simplifiedExplanation":"“psi” is a measurement of how much extra pressure the turbo/supercharger is pushing into the engine. More boost usually means more power potential, but it also requires the engine and fuel system to keep up."}},{"startTime":2398.3,"endTime":2404.9,"type":"term","title":"fuel in there","url":"/glossary/fuel-in-there","quote":"Then the problem comes in and it's like, okay. Well, how do I get the fuel in there?\nAnd then and that's always been the problem with the seven three is how can I get more fuel in there?","canonicalId":"term:fuel-in-there","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In turbo/supercharged diesel tuning, “getting the fuel in there” means supplying enough diesel fuel to match the added airflow from boost. If fueling doesn’t keep up, power is limited; if it’s too aggressive without supporting hardware, it can raise exhaust temperatures and stress components.","simplifiedExplanation":"When you add boost, the engine needs more fuel to make use of that extra air. If you don’t add enough fuel, you won’t get the power you expect; if you add too much without the right setup, it can overheat or stress the engine."}},{"startTime":2416.7,"endTime":2423.4,"type":"term","title":"engine dyno","url":"/glossary/engine-dyno","quote":"On our engine dyno, we may put a seven three together and put a do a blower setup that was similar to what brandon did","canonicalId":"term:engine-dyno","priority":0.9,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"An engine dyno is a test stand that measures an engine’s output (typically horsepower and torque) under controlled conditions. Tuners use it to compare setups like different boost levels, fuel systems, and supercharger configurations.","simplifiedExplanation":"An engine dyno is a machine that runs the engine on a stand and measures how much power it makes. It helps tuners test changes like adding a blower or increasing boost."}},{"startTime":2447.9,"endTime":2466.5,"type":"term","title":"manifold","url":"/glossary/manifold","quote":"And the idea of building A manifold that would literally link the two heads together and hold the engine tighter together","canonicalId":"term:manifold","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A manifold is a ducting component that routes gases between engine ports—here, the discussion is about an intake/exhaust-style manifold concept. They’re proposing a one-piece manifold that physically ties the two cylinder head areas together to improve structural support under extreme power.","simplifiedExplanation":"A manifold is a part that channels gases to and from the engine. They’re talking about a special manifold design that would help hold the engine together better when making very high power."}},{"startTime":2473.0,"endTime":2505.2,"type":"company","title":"quarry from cnc fab","url":"/glossary/quarry-from-cnc-fab","quote":"I Had that quarry from cnc fab on a few years ago and I was talking with them about their p-pump seven three ... I've worked with quarry and I've had some discussions with him about some ideas","canonicalId":"company:quarry-from-cnc-fab","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The speaker mentions “Quarry” from CNC Fab, indicating a specific tuning/fabrication shop involved in 7.3 diesel projects. This is relevant because they discuss custom hardware ideas like fuel system and packaging constraints.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re referencing a specific shop/person (Quarry at CNC Fab) that’s worked on 7.3 diesel builds. The point is that the shop has experience with custom parts and ideas for making more power."}},{"startTime":2473.4,"endTime":2487.5,"type":"part","title":"p-pump","url":"/glossary/p-pump","quote":"I was talking with them about their p-pump seven three ... the trick on that one would be is trying to get that p-pump in there with a blower sitting on top of it","canonicalId":"part:p-pump","priority":0.8,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“P-pump” refers to the Bosch-style inline mechanical fuel injection pump used on many classic diesel engines. It meters fuel delivery precisely, and tuners often modify it to increase fueling for higher horsepower.","simplifiedExplanation":"The p-pump is the diesel engine’s fuel injection pump. It controls how much fuel gets sent into the cylinders, and upgrading it is a common way to support big power gains."}},{"startTime":2505.2,"endTime":2510.6,"type":"term","title":"sleeved","url":"/glossary/sleeved","quote":"people have sleeved and run six liter injectors and and and stuff like that","canonicalId":"term:sleeved","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In engine building, “sleeving” means installing cylinder liners (sleeves) inside the engine block. This can strengthen the cylinder area and help the engine survive higher combustion pressures from extreme fueling and boost.","simplifiedExplanation":"Sleeving means adding a liner inside the engine’s cylinder. It can make the cylinder walls stronger so the engine can handle more power without failing."}},{"startTime":2514.1,"endTime":2519.1,"type":"term","title":"gen two","url":"/glossary/gen-two","quote":"of I've looked at the idea of using uh The gen two","canonicalId":"term:gen-two","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.45,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Gen two” likely refers to a second-generation version of a component or system used in the tuning ecosystem, but the transcript doesn’t specify what it’s the second generation of. 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If you’re swapping injector components, the oil supply has to be set up correctly so the system can work as intended."}},{"startTime":2537.8,"endTime":2544.6,"type":"term","title":"electronics","url":"/glossary/electronics","quote":"There's options to be able to get more fuel in there\nIt just needs the electronics to support it. We need a computer\nThat can support having the cam sensor crank sensor","canonicalId":"term:electronics","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In diesel tuning, “electronics” refers to the ECU and supporting control systems that manage fueling, timing, and sensor inputs. When you increase injector flow or hardware, the ECU must be able to command and control those changes safely and consistently.","simplifiedExplanation":"Electronics are the computer and sensors that control how the engine runs. If you change parts like injectors, the computer has to be able to control them properly."}},{"startTime":2544.6,"endTime":2551.3,"type":"term","title":"cam sensor crank sensor","url":"/glossary/cam-sensor-crank-sensor","quote":"That can support having the cam sensor crank sensor and then fire the injectors the way that you use the six liter right\nFick them and fires the injectors.","canonicalId":"term:cam-sensor-crank-sensor","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The cam sensor and crank sensor are engine position sensors used to determine timing. The ECU uses their signals to know where the engine is in its cycle so it can fire the injectors at the correct moments.","simplifiedExplanation":"These sensors tell the computer where the engine parts are. The ECU uses that information to time fuel injection so the engine runs smoothly and efficiently."}},{"startTime":2598.6,"endTime":2601.6,"type":"term","title":"extrude honing","quote":"Then by the by 99\nThere were people who are already starting to modify injectors now. They were they were crude modifications. They were extrude honing the nozzles for more fuel flow","canonicalId":"term:extrude-honing","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Extrude honing is a precision process used to modify and smooth internal surfaces—here, described as being applied to injector nozzles to increase fuel flow. It’s an example of early, more “mechanical” injector modification before later, more advanced fueling hardware changes.","simplifiedExplanation":"Extrude honing is a machining/finishing method that can reshape or smooth small internal passages. In this case, it’s being used to change injector nozzle flow so the engine can get more fuel."}},{"startTime":2608.5,"endTime":2613.9,"type":"term","title":"intensifier pistons","quote":"They hadn't even looked at\nIncreasing the volume cutting the intensifier pistons and stuff to get more volume out of the injectors\nand hybrids weren't even a consideration yet","canonicalId":"term:intensifier-pistons","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Intensifier pistons are part of certain diesel fuel injection systems that boost pressure to achieve high-pressure fuel delivery. When tuning for more fueling, people may modify components like these to increase the amount of fuel the injector can pressurize and deliver.","simplifiedExplanation":"Some diesel injection systems use a piston to squeeze fuel to very high pressure. If you’re trying to inject more fuel, that high-pressure part may need changes too."}},{"startTime":2613.9,"endTime":2625.0,"type":"concept","title":"hybrids","url":"/glossary/hybrid","quote":"and hybrids weren't even a consideration yet that didn't come until years years later\num\nbut","canonicalId":"concept:hybrids","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Hybrids” here refers to hybrid powertrains (combining an internal combustion engine with an electric motor/battery). The speaker is saying that hybridization wasn’t part of the tuning conversation at the time, which highlights how diesel performance tuning has evolved over the years.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Hybrids” means cars that use both a gas/diesel engine and an electric motor. The speaker is saying this wasn’t really a factor in diesel tuning back then."}},{"startTime":2627.2,"endTime":2634.8,"type":"term","title":"turbo kits","url":"/glossary/turbo-kits","quote":"Just to watch where it started and all the little mods that people were making all the turbo kits the d66s and the\n","canonicalId":"term:turbo-kits","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A turbo kit is a package of parts used to upgrade or replace a turbocharger system (often including the turbo itself, piping, and sometimes supporting hardware). More fueling alone usually isn’t enough—diesel power builds require matching airflow from turbo upgrades.","simplifiedExplanation":"A turbo kit is an upgrade package for the turbocharger system. Since more fuel needs more air to burn well, turbo upgrades are a common step in making more diesel power."}},{"startTime":2637.5,"endTime":2655.2,"type":"term","title":"off-the-shelf parts","url":"/glossary/off-the-shelf-parts","quote":"As everything kind of progressed forward, you know people using off-the-shelf stuff and making small tweaks the company is now\nWhole scale read redesigning the injector","canonicalId":"term:off-the-shelf-parts","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Off-the-shelf parts” are mass-produced components you can buy without custom engineering for a specific engine or build. In tuning, they’re often the starting point, but they can limit how far you can push performance compared to fully custom redesigns.","simplifiedExplanation":"Off-the-shelf parts are parts you can buy like normal products, not custom-made for your exact truck. They’re convenient, but they may not be ideal if you want extreme power or very specific results."}},{"startTime":2650.0,"endTime":2654.9,"type":"part","title":"turbo systems","url":"/glossary/turbo-systems","quote":"Or or redesigning the turbo systems, you know, you look at the companies that are doing that\num\nAnd what they've been capable of accomplishing without having to use off-the-shelf parts","canonicalId":"part:turbo-systems","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.88,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Turbo systems” refers to the turbocharger setup and related hardware that controls boost pressure. In diesel tuning, redesigning turbo systems can change spool characteristics and airflow, which directly affects power potential and how well the truck can be driven daily.","simplifiedExplanation":"A turbo system is the turbocharger and the parts around it that control how much extra air the engine gets. 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The hosts are saying they work with local education options to find people with the technical background for tuning."}},{"startTime":2794.5,"endTime":2805.3,"type":"term","title":"reverse engineering","url":"/glossary/reverse-engineering","quote":"understanding, you know calibration understanding or or even reverse engineering the","canonicalId":"term:reverse-engineering","priority":0.85,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Reverse engineering” means figuring out how a system works by analyzing it—often to understand the logic inside the vehicle’s control software. In tuning, it’s used to interpret how the PCM behaves so custom calibrations can be built.","simplifiedExplanation":"Reverse engineering means studying how the car’s computer works by taking it apart conceptually and learning its rules. 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It’s about teaching newcomers so they can learn faster and get involved."}},{"startTime":2956.4,"endTime":2962.1,"type":"topic","title":"track","url":"/glossary/track","quote":"Get them get bring them to the track bring them to\n[2962.1s] Your your truck club meetings or whatever it is you're doing and show them what it is you do","canonicalId":"topic:track","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The speaker mentions bringing people “to the track,” referring to organized racing events where diesel trucks are driven competitively. This is used as a way to engage newcomers and show what the community does."}},{"startTime":2962.1,"endTime":2966.4,"type":"topic","title":"truck club meetings","url":"/glossary/truck-club-meetings","quote":"Your your truck club meetings or whatever it is you're doing and show them what it is you do\n[2966.4s] Get them interested in it and then figure out how to how to bring them on board","canonicalId":"topic:truck-club-meetings","priority":0.2,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Truck club meetings” refers to local owner groups where diesel truck enthusiasts share information and build relationships. In the segment, it’s presented as another channel for recruiting and educating new people.","simplifiedExplanation":"They mean local gatherings of truck owners. 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Diesel engines are known for strong pulling power, which is why they show up a lot in racing and towing."}},{"startTime":2991.3,"endTime":2996.9,"type":"concept","title":"ran a 1090","quote":"An understanding that's a three-quarter ton diesel truck that just ran a 1090 or something\n[2996.9s] Yeah, that's that's the stunning part.","canonicalId":"concept:ran-a-1090","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Ran a 1090” refers to a drag-racing time/ET shorthand (commonly “10.90” seconds) for a quarter-mile pass. The speaker uses it to highlight how fast a diesel truck is when tuned and launched effectively.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re describing a drag-race result—basically how fast the truck went in a timed run. “10.90” is the kind of number you’d see for a quick quarter-mile pass."}},{"startTime":2996.9,"endTime":3003.9,"type":"concept","title":"6500 pound truck","quote":"Yeah, that's that's the stunning part. You know, it's a 6500 pound truck in the tens.\n[3003.9s] Impressive manner.","canonicalId":"concept:6500-pound-truck","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.65,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The speaker calls out the truck’s weight to emphasize the difficulty of making quick times with a heavy vehicle. In drag racing, mass affects traction, acceleration, and how hard the drivetrain has to work.","simplifiedExplanation":"They mention the truck’s weight to show how impressive the speed is. A heavier truck is harder to accelerate quickly, especially in racing."}},{"startTime":3201.9,"endTime":3204.7,"type":"term","title":"fuel injection system","url":"/glossary/fuel-injection-system","quote":"I had to train it a little bit on how the fuel injection system works How much fuel is injected it makes this much power","canonicalId":"term:fuel-injection-system","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A diesel “fuel injection system” delivers pressurized fuel to the cylinders at the right time and in the right quantity. Tuning it changes combustion behavior, which affects power, smoke, drivability, and emissions.","simplifiedExplanation":"This is the system that sends fuel into the engine. When it’s timed and metered correctly, the engine makes power smoothly instead of running smoky or rough."}},{"startTime":3222.0,"endTime":3225.92,"type":"term","title":"160 cc","url":"/glossary/160-cc","quote":"Let's take the stock injectors and replace them with 160 cc","canonicalId":"term:160-cc","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“160 cc” refers to injector flow capacity (how much fuel the injector can deliver, measured in cubic centimeters per injection event under specified conditions). Higher cc injectors can support more fueling for added power, but they must be paired with correct calibration to avoid drivability issues.","simplifiedExplanation":"“160 cc” is a way of describing how much fuel the injector can flow. 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It’s typically a smaller, safer power increase than higher stages, often done mainly through the engine computer tune."}},{"startTime":3282.1,"endTime":3318.8,"type":"concept","title":"AI","quote":"I was very hesitant with with ai in the beginning to be honest Angela kept pushing me...","canonicalId":"concept:ai","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Here, “AI” refers to using machine-learning models to generate or assist with tuning outputs (like producing calibration data) faster than traditional manual development. The speaker emphasizes testing reliability/accuracy and notes that modern AI models improve with more data and training.","simplifiedExplanation":"AI is software that can learn patterns from data. 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It tells the ECU what to do at different speeds and loads, and they’re saying AI could help work with those settings."}},{"startTime":3343.8,"endTime":3357.7,"type":"concept","title":"AI in your tuning","url":"/glossary/ai-in-your-tuning","quote":"on how to use this to how to how to use ai in your tuning how to take a map Feed it into ai and say I need this help me Help produce an output for me","canonicalId":"concept:ai-in-your-tuning","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The segment frames AI as a practical tool for tuning workflows, such as turning calibration data into requested outputs. This is more than general tech talk—it’s about using AI to assist with tuning tasks like generating guidance or checking code/calibration logic.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re describing using AI as part of the tuning process. 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The host is saying it doesn’t feel personal or engaging, so they don’t like watching it."}},{"startTime":3519.7,"endTime":3533.1,"type":"topic","title":"UCC","quote":"your interaction with fans and seven three owners is ucc coming up Which I believe it's that's not even far away now, but you guys are gonna have a booth there be able to interact with your waves","canonicalId":"topic:ucc","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"UCC appears to be an event or gathering where the hosts plan to have a booth and interact with truck owners and fans. In this segment, it’s used as a forward-looking topic about community exposure and in-person engagement.","simplifiedExplanation":"UCC sounds like an event they’re going to attend. They’re talking about having a booth and meeting people who like the trucks."}},{"startTime":3540.08,"endTime":3636.8,"type":"topic","title":"Diesel Podcast","url":"/glossary/diesel-podcast","quote":"I always look forward just just to being out there and Seeing what it is the customers have interests in... It's just a big truck show... It gives us an opportunity again to to forward that information along either through the diesel alliance or for the next summer seven three","canonicalId":"topic:diesel-podcast","priority":0.35,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"This segment is about attending a diesel-focused event and interacting with customers and other dealers. The hosts discuss why these gatherings matter for sharing what owners are doing to their trucks and for building industry relationships.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re talking about a diesel truck event where people meet, swap stories, and learn what other owners are building. It’s also a chance for dealers to catch up with each other."}},{"startTime":3618.5,"endTime":3626.9,"type":"topic","title":"networking opportunity","url":"/glossary/networking-opportunity","quote":"It's just another networking opportunity... But it's a networking Opportunity in a really really fun environment","canonicalId":"topic:networking-opportunity","priority":0.4,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The speaker frames the event as a networking opportunity—meaning a structured chance to meet people in the same industry, share updates, and build relationships. In automotive circles, this often leads to faster knowledge sharing about tuning trends and parts."}}],"speakers":[{"id":"s1","name":"The Diesel Podcast","role":"host"}],"transcripts":[{"url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/7-3-and-6-0-owners-this-is-the-future-of-tuning/transcript.vtt","type":"text/vtt"}]}