How to Build a 425whp Titan XD (5.0 Cummins)!

In today's video, we're diving into the world of performance modifications for the Nissan Titan XD, specifically the 5.0L Cummins diesel-powered version. This robust and powerful truck has a lot to offer, but with the right upgrades, you can take its performance to a whole new level. Join us as we discuss the top 5 performance modifications for your 5.0 Cummins Titan XD. We'll help you push your stock Titan to 425whp!
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00:34 - Best Titan XD Mods intro
02:03 - Titan XD Power Limits
03:03 - Best Titan XD Mod #1: Tune
04:31 - Best Titan XD Mod #2: Cold Air Intake
05:11 - Best Titan XD Mod #3: Turbo Inlet
05:32 - Best Titan XD Mod #4: Lift Pump
06:13 - Best Titan XD Mod #5: Exhaust
07:25 - BONUS: Best Mustang GT Mods #6: Intercooler piping, charge pipes, and up-pipes
07:59 - Best Titan XD Performance Modifications Summary

[@jstitan2972]

Nice

[@8020Media]

J - Thanks for the feedback!

[@Yahmi255]

Nice. I have a low mileage 5.0. 15k miles. I did order the full 5" exhaust delete with a proven ezlynk. I do have a S&B cold air intake. Plan on deleting and adding intercooler pipes. Already have all the parts. Question us. Do you think 15k is too low to do this? It's a farm truck that's why the miles are low

[@8020Media]

5.0 - Low mileage shouldn’t be an issue to add mods. You should be good!

[@burtonkephart6239]

Are there good aftermarket turbo chargers? Because Nissan shows they discontinued the production of the turbo charger ?

[@8020Media]

Burton - There are quite a few good options. CFT performance is our favorite.

[@War3lephant]

Can anyone comment on the fuel economy improvement with the intake improvements? Sounds like you can get mid 20s mpg highway?

[@8020Media]

K - Certainly around there.

[@tannerrich5611]

Do you have a list of recommended vendors to order these upgrades and what order should I install them?

[@8020Media]

T - We have an article on out Diesel IQ website that covers this: dieseliq.com/5-0-cummins-performance-parts/ As far as vendors, we have no list of any we recommend, but what are you looking at specifically?

[@philipwitt4718]

ok- I just purchased a titan with the 5.0 in it... it has 130k miles on it. it already has the DEF deleted, and I am currently working with a local diesel shop to get the egr cooler out and delete it as well..... I am in the North Ga mountains, where there is no emission requirements. I would LOVE to have you send me a list of specific items you spoke about so see if I can get these local guys to install them for me. not sure how to reach out to you other than this forum... please advise.

[@8020Media]

Phillip - We will answer your DM.

[@terrymeyer7084]

@@8020Mediacan I also get the list of upgrades. Have a 16' XDC with 80k on it.

[@dbel723333]

I bought a 2017 XD Texas edition a couple months ago with 32K miles on it. Has a mild lift with 33X12.50 on a 20 in wheel. Beautiful truck and so far I love it. BUT, I see alot of reviews though that give me the feeling its a time bomb waiting to go off. In particular with the crank, turbo and CP4.2 pump. Is there a mod available for the cp4 that will add some kind of filter between the CP4 and the fuel rail to eliminate any shavings entering the fuel system if the pump should fail? I intend on keeping the motor stock but am having some serious regrets about buying this truck after learning some of this stuff like Nissan discontinuing servicing these engines and internal engine parts availability. Also are there after market turbos that will work should the factory turbo fail? Any help from anyone would be greatly appreciated. Thanks !!

[@8020Media]

Checkout this article, there are some bypass kits out there - just not sure if there is one specifically for the XD. www.motorbiscuit.com/bypass-fix-for-massive-diesel-engine-cp4-fuel-pump-failures/

[@ElaBellll]

There is already a 2 stage filter system sufficient to keep all the grime out of the pump. The cp4.2 pump from my understanding mainly suffers from low sulfur diesel. Personally I run the cummins approved fuel additive to ensure its getting lubrication.

[@dbel723333]

@@ElaBellll I’ve been running Hotshots all in one additive every fuel up. What additive are you using per Cummins ?

[@ElaBellll]

@@dbel723333 I'm using diesel kleen +cetane boost. As far as I know it's the only Cummins approved additive specifically for cetane/lubricity boost.

[@dbel723333]

@@ElaBellll thank you !!

[@georgecook1374]

what about the rear end and drive shafts? can they handle the extra HP and torque? I know my dodge 3500 couldn't

[@8020Media]

Just sticking to basic bolt-ons that were discussed shouldn't be an issue

[@jflud9257]

Do y’all recommend a particular tune?

[@8020Media]

We have heard good things about Synthetic Offroad.

[@brandonc.6500]

I have Synthetic Off-road tunes and very happy with it. 30hp is plenty for me. They also don't roll coal as bad.

[@jusmaxjust]

Mine had 147k and has had no real issues. I bought it deleted, but no ezlink came with it. I imagine thats what it was deleted with. The EGR is still installed, but straight pipe all the way back from there. Recently if i really get into it, itll max out the boost at well over 30 PSI but once its right around 3300-3500rpm is just loses all boost, down shifts slowly and i have to wait maybe 3 seconds to get throttle back. I read it might be the turbo actuator, but it could be the throttle body or something too. Has anyone ever had this happen?

[@jusmaxjust]

Just love XDs and we have no real community like Chevy, dodge, or Ford guys, plus CFT makes shit parts I've heard so we really don't get a choice. If I had the time I'd R&D everything myself with turbo swaps and modifying the coding for everything.

[@8020Media]

Max - There are plenty of reliable XD's out there, especially when modified properly. The problem your may be experiencing sounds like a boost leak of some sort. Here are some things to look into: wastegate, boost control solenoid/valve, intercooler/charge pipes, and throttle body.

[@jusmaxjust]

@8020Media okay I will look into that, it drops all boost at the top end like it could be the waste gate opening because it can't hold the boost, but when you mentioned the 4 stages of the turbo whichever one is for WOT is more than likely my issue, it let's too much boost escape instead of blocking it off properly.

[@8020Media]

Keep us updated!

[@joenissan]

You keep saying turbo chargER. The Titans have 2, high and a low pressure turbos.

[@8020Media]

Joe - Thanks for the input here.

[@user-hi6rm5vs3w]

Best mod is to sell it.

[@8020Media]

D - Well then

[@SterlingBall]

Weak sausages

[@8020Media]

Sterling - 425whp is pretty impressive.

[@SterlingBall]

Any V block has uneven cylinder ware 😓 inline cylinders tend to float.

[@BigTrav310]

First off you need to stop posting companies you are what gets them in trouble.

[@8020Media]

Travis - WE are who gets companies in trouble? Please explain🤣

[@BigTrav310]

@@8020Media your literally blasting people/company names for tunes and everything. How’s that remotely funny?

[@8020Media]

Okay, so let us get this straight. The only company we name dropped is EZ Lynk and in a good light. If anything, they should be thanking us for the FREE advertisement. AND if you think we’re getting them in trouble with the amount of views this video has gotten since it’s been published, that’s nonsense.