How do you get the most power out of your truck?

From the simple things, to major upgrades, here are the most effective ways to boost horsepower in a truck.

1. Get a tune-up. ...
2. Get rid of any extra “gear” you're hauling around. ...
3. Install a cold-air intake. ...
4. Install an aftermarket exhaust system. ...
5. Invest in an engine tuner. ...
6. Install an STS turbo kit.

1. What is the cheapest way to increase horsepower?
2. How much HP can you add with bolt ons?
3. How do I get more torque?
4. How much HP gain from cold air intake?
5. What does it take to be full bolt on?
6. What do full bolt ons do?
7. Do bolt ons affect reliability?
8. What parts increase horsepower?

What is the cheapest way to increase horsepower?

Maybe the best way to increase horsepower is by replacing your standard vehicle intake with cold intake. Since cold air can move quicker and more efficiently than warm air, replacing your standard vehicle intake is one of the best ways to increase horsepower.

How much HP can you add with bolt ons?

It's not all bad. That may sound discouraging, but here's some better news – you can feel a 4 percent increase in torque and a 2 percent increase in horsepower when you're driving. If you think your car is making a bit more power, that's because it probably is. Just not as much as you might have hoped for.

How do I get more torque?

An effective modification that will increase torque significantly is to install a turbo or supercharger. Forced induction forces air into your engine, increasing the power the engine provides. Depending on the torque curve you prefer, a turbocharger will need time to spool before it provides torque benefits.

How much HP gain from cold air intake?

So if you can get cooler air into your engine, your car will be able to mix more fuel with that air, making more power. Combine that with the more air through the larger and less restrictive filter and intake tube and you can see up to a 10-15 horsepower increase.

What does it take to be full bolt on?

A full bolt-on is a total upgrade to your vehicle which involves removing stock parts and re-inserting (or 'bolting on') a replacement.

What do full bolt ons do?

Full bolt-on upgrades are any modification that allows you to remove the part or accessory that was originally installed in the factory. ... Simply, it is just replacing the factory parts in the vehicle, and modifying it as per your own choice and requirements.

Do bolt ons affect reliability?

Bolt ons with and OTS+ tune from freek will not affect reliability but it might be too noisy for you as it seems your are sensitive to that. Your best bang for buck is HPFP , AP, Intake and Downpipe.

What parts increase horsepower?

Supercharger or turbocharger

Also known as forced induction parts, both of these components force air into your car's engine which improves horsepower and torque. A turbocharger works with the exhaust system and can potentially give you gains of 70-150 horsepower.