{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Two Different Trucks, Two Top 5 Finishes. Where Will He Finish This Year? | Mike Brown AMSOIL UCC 2026","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/two-different-trucks-two-top-5-finishes-where-will-he-finish-this-year-mike-brown-amsoil-ucc-2026","audioUrl":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/dieselperformancepodcast/Two_Different_Trucks_Two_Top_5_Finishes__Mike_Brown_AMSOIL_UCC_2026.mp3?dest-id=322060","description":"Mike Brown is back on the show ahead of the AMSOIL UCC 2026! This will be Mike's third go round with the event. Mike has been hooked on diesel since his first truck purchased in 2016 and you'll hear in this episode his passion is even stronger now. Mike first competed in 2024 and he came out with a bang, placing on the podium with a 3rd place finish. Mike came out in 2025 and shaved a full half second off his drag race time, put down bigger dyno numbers, and pulled the sled farther than in his rookie event the year prior. We think Mike and his Cummins are going to push the limits even more so! "},"annotations":[{"startTime":158.0,"endTime":162.0,"type":"concept","title":"sled pulling","url":"/glossary/sled-pulling","quote":"It got my mega cab, bootleg that I had and started sled pulling it and kind of playing with it more.","canonicalId":"concept:sled-pulling","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Sled pulling is a motorsport where a truck tries to pull a heavy sled across a track. Success depends on traction, torque delivery, and drivetrain durability because the load is constant and extremely demanding.","simplifiedExplanation":"Sled pulling is when a truck drags a heavy sled as far as it can. It puts a lot of stress on the drivetrain, so power and traction both matter a ton."}},{"startTime":193.6,"endTime":197.8,"type":"term","title":"transmission rebuilds","url":"/glossary/transmission-rebuilds","quote":"you got in a diesel and, you know, the, the countless money of transmission rebuilds and things like that.","canonicalId":"term:transmission-rebuilds","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A transmission rebuild means disassembling and replacing worn or failed internal parts to restore proper shifting and strength. In high-torque diesel builds—especially for pulling or racing—rebuilds are common because the drivetrain takes repeated shock loads.","simplifiedExplanation":"A transmission rebuild is when the transmission gets taken apart and repaired with new parts. With high-power diesel trucks, the transmission can wear out faster because it’s working under heavy stress."}},{"startTime":223.3,"endTime":227.2,"type":"concept","title":"making horsepower","url":"/glossary/making-horsepower","quote":"Then we got into doing some of the diner stuff, making horsepower and it's like, all right, I want to make 700 and then it's, I want to make a thousand…","canonicalId":"concept:making-horsepower","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Making horsepower” refers to tuning and modifying an engine so it produces more power at the crankshaft. In diesel performance, that usually involves boosting fueling and airflow and managing heat and drivetrain stress to keep the truck reliable under load.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Making horsepower” means getting the engine to produce more power. Diesel builders often do this with tuning and hardware changes, but they also have to keep everything from overheating or breaking."}},{"startTime":223.3,"endTime":229.0,"type":"concept","title":"700 horsepower","url":"/glossary/700-horsepower","quote":"Then we got into doing some of the diner stuff, making horsepower and it's like, all right, I want to make 700 and then it's, I want to make a thousand…","canonicalId":"concept:700-horsepower","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“700 horsepower” is a benchmark number diesel builders use to describe a high-output build. Chasing big horsepower targets usually means more stress on the transmission, turbo system, fuel system, and cooling.","simplifiedExplanation":"“700 horsepower” is a big power goal people talk about when they’re building a fast diesel. Higher power usually means more strain on parts, so it’s not just about making power—it’s about keeping it together."}},{"startTime":268.2,"endTime":276.5,"type":"concept","title":"test and tune at the drag strip","url":"/glossary/test-and-tune-at-the-drag-strip","quote":"getting the truck ready for the sled pull that weekend or, you know, test and tune at the drag strip.","canonicalId":"concept:test-and-tune-at-the-drag-strip","priority":0.3,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Test and tune” at a drag strip is an event format where drivers make runs to dial in their tune-up—fueling, boost, tire pressure, and launch technique—before more competitive racing. It’s especially important for diesel builds because small changes can noticeably affect traction and elapsed time.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Test and tune” means you go to the drag strip to practice and make adjustments before racing seriously. People use it to improve how the truck launches and runs the track."}},{"startTime":297.5,"endTime":303.3,"type":"term","title":"700 horse P pump","url":"/glossary/700-horse-p-pump","quote":"And then all the shit talking in the, in the, the feeding off of one another, you know, ... It's got a 700 horse P pump, 12 valve and he's to some of his buddies, he's the fastest","canonicalId":"term:700-horse-p-pump","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.78,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“P pump” refers to the Bosch P-pump fuel injection system used on many older diesel engines. When someone says it’s “700 horse,” they’re talking about the truck’s approximate power output (often measured at the wheels or estimated), which is a common brag metric in diesel circles.","simplifiedExplanation":"A “P pump” is a type of fuel injection system on older diesel engines. Saying “700 horse” means the truck makes around 700 horsepower, which is a big deal for diesel builds."}},{"startTime":298.7,"endTime":302.4,"type":"term","title":"12 valve","url":"/glossary/12-valve","quote":"It's got a 700 horse P pump, 12 valve and he's to some of his buddies, he's the fastest","canonicalId":"term:12-valve","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“12 valve” describes an engine head design with 12 valves total—typically 6 cylinders with two valves per cylinder—commonly associated with certain classic inline-diesel setups. In diesel performance talk, it usually signals a specific generation of engine architecture that’s popular for tuning and upgrades.","simplifiedExplanation":"“12 valve” means the engine’s cylinder head has 12 valves total. In diesel performance communities, it often points to a specific older engine design people like to modify."}},{"startTime":349.2,"endTime":351.6,"type":"term","title":"UCC competition","quote":"That was your first UCC competition. You placed third overall and that was in your, your mega cab duly.","canonicalId":"term:ucc-competition","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"UCC is a competitive diesel event/series where trucks are built and tested against each other, typically emphasizing drag-race performance and track results. In this episode, the speaker references his first UCC competition and his finishing position.","simplifiedExplanation":"UCC is a diesel truck competition where builders race and rank their trucks. The guest is saying his first time in that series he finished third."}},{"startTime":365.2,"endTime":367.3,"type":"term","title":"deck plate","quote":"We done it. I put a deck plate together and put in it.","canonicalId":"term:deck-plate","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “deck plate” in a truck build is a fabricated panel/plate used to modify the truck’s bed or mounting area—often to support a specific drag-racing setup or to package components. Here, the speaker says he “put a deck plate together” as part of the build.","simplifiedExplanation":"A deck plate is a custom metal plate you build or install in the truck’s bed area. In this story, it sounds like part of how he set up the truck for racing."}},{"startTime":367.3,"endTime":373.2,"type":"term","title":"gutted regular bed","url":"/glossary/gutted-regular-bed","quote":"We drag raced with a gutted regular bed on it, single wheel, gutted doors, gutted bed,","canonicalId":"term:gutted-regular-bed","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Gutted” means removing interior/bed components to reduce weight. In drag racing, weight reduction helps acceleration and can improve elapsed time by lowering the mass the engine has to move.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Gutted” means stripping out parts to make the truck lighter. For drag racing, being lighter usually helps it accelerate faster."}},{"startTime":367.3,"endTime":373.2,"type":"term","title":"single wheel","quote":"We drag raced with a gutted regular bed on it, single wheel, gutted doors, gutted bed, gutted doors, gutted bed,","canonicalId":"term:single-wheel","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Single wheel” indicates a single rear wheel setup rather than dual rear wheels, which changes traction and how the truck transfers power. In drag builds, wheel/tire layout is a key part of getting consistent launches and avoiding wheelspin.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Single wheel” means the truck has one wheel on each side at the rear instead of two. That can affect traction and how the truck hooks up when racing."}},{"startTime":389.4,"endTime":393.18,"type":"term","title":"lock up early","url":"/glossary/lock-up-early","quote":"And, you know, so I pulled the piece and he'll lock up early and kind of fell on its face.","canonicalId":"term:lock-up-early","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Lock up early” refers to a torque-converter clutch engaging sooner than ideal. When it locks too early, the drivetrain can fall out of its optimal operating range, which can feel like the truck “falls on its face” under load.","simplifiedExplanation":"This describes the transmission’s torque converter clutch engaging too soon. If it locks early, the truck can lose the smooth power delivery and stumble instead of pulling hard."}},{"startTime":409.8,"endTime":417.8,"type":"term","title":"Bosch","url":"/glossary/bosch","quote":"This year we, one of our big changes, we went to a Bosch, you know, got with Jeff Hale at XRG and got a Bosch on it and, you know, LaVon helped with it and stuff.","canonicalId":"term:bosch","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Bosch is a major automotive supplier of diesel fuel-system components and electronics. In performance diesel builds, switching to Bosch hardware can improve fueling control and consistency, which matters when you’re trying to make repeatable power and avoid drivability issues. Here, it’s described as a “game changer” tied to tuning and safety behavior.","simplifiedExplanation":"Bosch is a company that makes parts and electronics used in diesel engines. In a performance build, using Bosch components can help the engine run more consistently and safely. The host says it improved how the truck behaves during tuning and racing."}},{"startTime":420.4,"endTime":425.8,"type":"term","title":"dummy proof","url":"/glossary/dummy-proof","quote":"There's a lot of the tuning stuff and safeties that have made it, you know, a lot more user friendly or dummy proof from blowing it up.","canonicalId":"term:dummy-proof","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Dummy proof” is a performance slang term meaning the system is designed to be harder to mess up—typically via safety interlocks, better tuning logic, and more predictable behavior. In racing builds, that often translates to fewer catastrophic failures when the driver is staging, launching, or making repeated passes. The host ties it to “tuning stuff and safeties” that reduce the chance of “blowing it up.”","simplifiedExplanation":"“Dummy proof” here means the setup is safer and easier to use without causing damage. The host is saying the tuning and safety features help prevent the truck from breaking during hard runs. It’s about reducing the chance of a serious failure."}},{"startTime":436.9,"endTime":442.5,"type":"term","title":"bigger intake","quote":"It's got DNJ enforcer, we done their bigger intake on it, done dual four, we already had dual 14s with their belt driven...","canonicalId":"term:bigger-intake","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “bigger intake” means increasing the airflow path capacity so the engine can draw in more air. On turbocharged or supercharged diesels, more airflow can support more fuel and higher power while helping combustion stay efficient. The host pairs it with other airflow and drivetrain changes to improve both speed and serviceability.","simplifiedExplanation":"A bigger intake is an airflow upgrade that lets the engine breathe more easily. More air can help the engine make more power when you’re also adding fuel and boost. It’s part of the overall performance package."}},{"startTime":436.9,"endTime":442.5,"type":"term","title":"DNJ enforcer","quote":"It's got DNJ enforcer, we done their bigger intake on it, done dual four, we already had dual 14s with their belt driven...","canonicalId":"term:dnj-enforcer","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"DNJ Enforcer refers to a specific DNJ performance product used on diesel engines, commonly associated with internal protection or durability-focused upgrades. In this context, it’s part of the host’s “bigger intake” and fueling/airflow changes aimed at making the truck faster without breaking parts. The mention suggests a targeted upgrade rather than a generic maintenance item.","simplifiedExplanation":"DNJ Enforcer is a performance upgrade from DNJ. The host is using it as part of a package to help the engine survive harder launches and tuning. It’s meant to improve durability while chasing speed."}},{"startTime":442.5,"endTime":446.4,"type":"term","title":"belt driven","url":"/glossary/belt-driven","quote":"we already had dual 14s with their belt driven, switched to a gear driven case...","canonicalId":"term:belt-driven","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Belt-driven indicates an accessory drive system where power is transmitted via a belt. Belt drives can be more compact and simpler, but they may be more sensitive to wear, tension changes, and heat under hard use. The host contrasts it with switching to a gear-driven case, implying durability and packaging improvements.","simplifiedExplanation":"Belt driven means some engine accessory is powered by a belt. Belts can wear out or need attention when you’re pushing the truck hard. Here, they’re comparing it to a gear-driven setup that they say is better for their build."}},{"startTime":442.5,"endTime":446.4,"type":"term","title":"gear driven case","url":"/glossary/gear-driven-case","quote":"dual 14s with their belt driven, switched to a gear driven case, so it really cleaned up the front of the motor and makes it easier to work on and stuff.","canonicalId":"term:gear-driven-case","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A gear-driven case refers to a drivetrain/auxiliary drive arrangement where components are driven by gears rather than belts. Gear drives are often chosen for durability and more consistent power transfer under high load, which matters during repeated drag-race launches. The host says switching to a gear-driven setup “cleaned up the front of the motor” and made it easier to work on.","simplifiedExplanation":"A gear-driven case means the accessory drive is powered by gears instead of a belt. Gears can be tougher and more consistent when the truck is working hard. They also said it made the front of the engine easier to access."}},{"startTime":467.8,"endTime":473.5,"type":"term","title":"Cummins ECMs","url":"/glossary/cummins-ecms","quote":"I feel, going into the 2026 year, the factory OEM Cummins ECMs are going to the wayside and everyone's going to a standalone...","canonicalId":"term:cummins-ecms","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"ECM stands for Engine Control Module, the factory computer that manages engine operation. Cummins ECMs are the OEM (original equipment manufacturer) control units used on many Cummins-powered diesel trucks. The host says these factory ECMs are being replaced by standalone systems for better tuning control and safety protections.","simplifiedExplanation":"An ECM is the factory computer that controls how the engine runs. Cummins ECMs are the stock computers used on Cummins diesel engines. The host is saying they’re moving away from the factory computer to an aftermarket one for more control and safety."}},{"startTime":467.8,"endTime":473.5,"type":"term","title":"OEM","url":"/glossary/oem","quote":"the factory OEM Cummins ECMs are going to the wayside and everyone's going to a standalone...","canonicalId":"term:oem","priority":0.3,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"OEM means original equipment manufacturer—the factory parts and factory calibration that came with the vehicle. 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When the limiter is active, the ECU cuts fuel and/or spark to protect the engine, which can feel like a sudden “limit” even if the vehicle seems smooth.","simplifiedExplanation":"The rev limiter is a safety system that stops the engine from revving higher than it’s designed to. It does this by cutting back fuel or ignition when you get too close to the limit."}},{"startTime":539.0,"endTime":552.9,"type":"term","title":"standalone","url":"/glossary/standalone","quote":"And I mean, that was the big thing with a lot of the standalone's for years as well. It's a very expensive endeavor to get into.","canonicalId":"term:standalone","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"In diesel performance, a “standalone” usually refers to an aftermarket engine control unit (ECU) that replaces or bypasses the factory computer. It gives tuners more direct control over fueling and boost, but it’s expensive and requires careful setup to get consistent results.","simplifiedExplanation":"A standalone is an aftermarket computer that controls the engine. People use it to get more control for performance tuning, but it costs more and takes work to set up correctly."}},{"startTime":564.0,"endTime":574.0,"type":"term","title":"PMU","url":"/glossary/pmu","quote":"And we, we went ahead and done the PMU and stuff with it. So we were able to get rid of like everything on the truck.","canonicalId":"term:pmu","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"PMU here refers to a programmable power management unit used in performance diesel setups to control and distribute power for engine-related functions. In this context, the speaker says it helps “get rid of” other components on the truck and that the system includes a Bosch unit plus the PMU.","simplifiedExplanation":"PMU stands for a programmable power controller. It helps manage how power is handled for the engine and related electronics in a performance build."}},{"startTime":570.1,"endTime":574.0,"type":"term","title":"programmable fuel fuse box","url":"/glossary/programmable-fuel-fuse-box","quote":"So it's literally there's a Bosch and the PMU, which is like the programmable fuel fuse box for it.","canonicalId":"term:programmable-fuel-fuse-box","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Programmable fuel fuse box” describes a custom fuel-power distribution/control module that can be configured to manage how fuel-related circuits are powered and protected. 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It reads sensors and then controls the transmission’s behavior so it drives smoothly."}},{"startTime":610.2,"endTime":624.5,"type":"term","title":"diagnostics","url":"/glossary/diagnostics","quote":"And I also feel like from a diagnostic perspective, not having three or four\n[614.8s] controllers feeding and communicating with one another and having the ability\n[619.0s] to have everything beyond one standalone controller.","canonicalId":"term:diagnostics","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Diagnostics is the process of using vehicle data, fault codes, and sensor readings to find why a system isn’t working correctly. 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If the circuit isn’t pulling the expected amps, it can indicate the system isn’t turning on or there’s a wiring/control issue."}},{"startTime":649.3,"endTime":653.3,"type":"term","title":"data log","url":"/glossary/data-log","quote":"And we can pull back at, you know, look back at the data log.\nAnd that will soon we never pulled anything.","canonicalId":"term:data-log","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A data log is a recorded set of engine and vehicle sensor readings over time (often from the ECU). In performance tuning, it’s how you verify what actually happened during a run—like whether a system activated or whether fueling and boost behaved as expected.","simplifiedExplanation":"A data log is like a recording of what the truck’s computer measured while you were driving or testing. Tuners use it to see what really happened during a run, not just what they thought happened."}},{"startTime":661.7,"endTime":666.9,"type":"term","title":"nitrous","url":"/glossary/nitrous","quote":"And it's like, well, that should have been nitrous pass.\nAnd then we're, you know, can actually see, well, now zero nitrous turned","canonicalId":"term:nitrous","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Nitrous (nitrous oxide) is an injection system that adds oxygen to the engine, allowing more fuel to be burned for a power boost. In drag racing and diesel performance, tuners watch nitrous activation and related pressures to confirm the system is working correctly and safely.","simplifiedExplanation":"Nitrous is a system that injects a special gas to make the engine produce more power. Tuners check that it turns on when it should and that the pressures behave normally."}},{"startTime":666.9,"endTime":669.0,"type":"term","title":"bottle pressure","url":"/glossary/bottle-pressure","quote":"on, bottle pressure never dropped.\nThat was 100% fuel only.","canonicalId":"term:bottle-pressure","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Bottle pressure refers to the pressure inside the nitrous supply tank (“bottle”). If bottle pressure doesn’t stay up during a run, the nitrous system may not deliver the intended amount, which can change power output and air-fuel behavior.","simplifiedExplanation":"Bottle pressure is how much pressure is in the nitrous tank. 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That kind of talk matters because the turbo choice and plumbing strongly affect how quickly the engine builds boost and how much power it can sustain.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Dodge Charger is a performance car that can be modified to make more power. When people talk about “chargers” in this context, they usually mean turbochargers that force more air into the engine. Changing the turbo and how it’s connected can help the car make more power.","imageAttribution":"MercurySable99 (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":800.8,"endTime":804.7,"type":"term","title":"115 atmosphere","quote":"It's a 115 atmosphere from Taterbilt. We've currently, we've been drag racing with it.","canonicalId":"term:115-atmosphere","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.45,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Atmosphere” in this context is almost certainly a reference to boost pressure (often measured in psi or bar) used for engine tuning and performance testing. 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