Ford Powerstroke Exhaust Brakes

BD Exhaust Brake 03-07 Ford 6.0L	$Varies-
Give Your Powerstroke a Brake! BD Diesel Performance has been engineering and installing Power Stroke exhaust brakes ever since the first engines rolled off the production lines in 1994—in fact, they have set the standards for the industry! Today, BD Diesel Performance not only offers its famous BD Brake for ’99-’01 7.3 liter applications, but is the FIRST and ONLY company to offer an exhaust brake for the 6.0 liter Power Stroke— both manual and automatic applications! Kits for automatic trucks ship with a BD Pressure Loc. The BD Brake for the 6.0 Power Stroke kit features electronic controls that effectively communicate with the engine’s Variable Geometry Turbo and EGR valve. Automatic applications also include our Auto/Towloc system that increases the transmission clutch apply pressure, and holds the converter clutch engaged at a lower speed than would be possible with the stock configuration. Just push the Tow/Haul button and relax—the BD Brake will apply as the transmission downshifts, slowing down your 14,000 lb. load without ever having to touch the brake pedal! The BD Brake offers retarding power without compromise. Their testing has revealed that the Power Stroke engines have an extremely durable top end, with hydraulic lifters that easily open 140-lb. valve springs. The 40 lbs. of backpressure the BD Brake generates is far below what this engine can handle, so there is no risk of “valve float.” Designed for years of reliable operation, the BD Brake’s rugged cast-iron housing incorporates BD’s exclusive AlumiBronze bushing and piston ring-sealed butterfly shaft that has proven to stand up under the harsh, high-heat conditions of the exhaust environment. BD’s exclusive Variable Orifice Technology utilizes an air cylinder on current models, or a spring-loaded piston in a powerful, three-inch vacuum cylinder on the earlier 7.3 engines to actuate the offset stainless steel butterfly valve. Exhaust backpressure is maintained at a maximum of 45 psi (180 retarding horsepower) throughout the engine’s working rpm range. If excessive backpressure develops, the valve opens automatically to regulate sufficient backpressure. The BD Brake provides superior retarding performance that starts at only 1200 rpm, with peak retarding power achieved by 1800 rpm! From there, it just holds on right through the rpm range. BD Brake systems designed for earlier 7.3 liter trucks are actuated by vacuum, while later 7.3 and 6.0 liter trucks utilize air pressure from an on-board air compressor, included with the kit. All BD Brake kits come complete with all necessary hoses, brackets, mounting hardware and instructions. [ More Information ]

BD Turbo Mount Air acutated Exhaust Brake 99-03 Ford	$1230.25
Increase your driving confidence and towing safety with the superior retarding performance of the BD Brake. Using BD’s exclusive Variable Orifice Technology, BD’s turbo-mount design bolts in place of the factory elbow between the turbo and the exhaust system, providing peak retarding power throughout the engine’s rpm range—not just at high rpm like other brands. A good way to control your speed when tackling a decline is an exhaust brake. These units work by stopping the exhaust flow, which leads to increased back pressure that slows your engine down. This will keep your speed in check without using your brakes. Some exhaust brakes that will automatically adjust to your truck’s highest recommended pressure. When the unit is not in use, the exhaust will flow freely without restricting exhaust, so you can keep your power up and your temperatures low. Provide safe, reliable load-holding power when traveling down steep grades or slowing down with a heavy load Assist brakes by retarding the diesel engine, reducing brake fade and associated expensive brake repairs Variable-orifice design for superior retarding performance throughout engine RPM range Only BD exhaust brakes develop 90% of peak retarding power by 1800 RPM and hold through 3100 RPM. HOW IT WORKS: Actuated by an on board air compressor and air cylinder, the BD Brake applies factory-approved exhaust backpressure that is self-regulating; once pressure reaches the factory specification, the butterfly position changes to maintain the highest pressure possible. And thanks to the large four-inch casting, exhaust flow is not restricted when the butterfly valve is in the open position. A lighted, dash-mounted toggle switch activates the brake immediately, while flipping off the switch or applying the service brakes causes the brake to release just as quickly. The BD Exhaust Brake comes complete with all necessary mounting hardware and complete instructions. [ More Information ]

BD TowLoc for 99-03 Ford Powerstroke	$427.50
Designed for Exhaust Brake Applications! The TOWLOC is BD's new programmable transmission and convertor control designed for exhaust brake applications; the most powerful transmission control yet. The TOWLOC monitors the operation of the vehicle speed, engine speed and engine load to compute the optimum transmission control algorithm. This process controls transmission downshifting as well as torque convertor operation for optimum results. You can also customize the unit for the ultimate transmission control for working your truck with an exhaust retarder and a higher performance engine. The TowLoc comes preset with all of the following features but can be modified by a BD accredited Diamond installation facility or by an at home technical buff with a personal computer.The electronics are packaged in weather resistant enclosure for the engine compartment that taps into 10 -12 sources for control and sensing. Engine brake disengage speed to reduce noise and engine load at idle Torque converter lock up clutch engagement speed to prevent low vehicle speed chuggin with the torqu lock up engaged. Programmable automatic 4th to 3rd downshift Torque converter clutch lock-out speed to disengage converter lock up at low engine rpm Disengages lock-up clutch during heavy accelerator pedal action to protect power train and prevent slippage with high torque applications. Vehicle specific speed calibration Engine temperature controlled exhaust brake warm-up feature PressureLoc delay engagement time control Over-drive lock-out that ensures the truck starts in drive and prevents engine lugging for low speed driving Self test cycles for exhaust brake, pressure loc and shift functions. All these functions can be programmed with P/C connected live to the TowLoc while driving the truck. [ More Information ]