Bang for the Buck Performance Mods

Bang for the Buck Performance Mods

Today, HorsePower brings back a smallblock Chevy "Mule Motor" to test several popular bolt-on components to test each for power gains. Everything from different style headers to nitrous oxide. Since the "dyno don't lie", results will be valuable. Plus, a test of a performance tuner on Ford's new Eco Boost engine.

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Parts Used In This Episode

B&M Racing

Drain Plug, 1/2 in.-20 Outside Threads, 1/8 in. NPT Plug, Kit

B&M Racing

Transmission Filter, Replacement, GM, Ford, Chrysler, Each

Bully Dog Technologies, LLC

Computer Programmer, Triple Dog GT Gas Tuner, Cadillac, Chevy, GMC, Dodge, Ford, Lincoln, Nissan, Each

Chevrolet Performance

#19201330, Engine Assembly, Crate Engine, Chevy 350, 355hp, 405 lb.-ft Torque, Each

Doug's Headers

Headers, Full-Length, Steel, Ceramic Coated, Chevy, Chevelle, El Camino, 283-400, V8, Pair

Doug's Headers

Headers, Shorty, Steel, Ceramic Coated, Chevy, Small Block, Pair

Doug's Headers

Headers, Tri-Y, Steel, Ceramic Coated, Chevy, GMC, Car, Pickup, 283-400, V8, Pair

Royal Purple

Transmission Fluid, Max ATF, Synthetic, Quart, Each

Stage 8 Locking Fasteners

Header Bolts, Locking, Double Hex Head, Stainless Steel, Natural, Chevy, Small Block V8, V6, Set of 12

Summit Racing

Combo, Summit, Water Pump, Electric, Aluminum, Natural, Chevy, Small Block, Relay, Kit

Summit Racing

Rocker Arms, Stud Mount, Roller Tip, Stamped Steel, 1.5 Ratio, Fits 3/8 in. Stud, Chevy, Small Block, Set of 16

Summit Racing

Water Pump, Mechanical, Long, High-Volume, Aluminum, Natural, Chevy, Small Block, Each

Bully Dog Technologies, LLC

RFI Intake Ford F150 3.5L Eco Boost 11 (51202)

Loctite

Loctite 21441 Retaining Compound 603, 50mL