The Diesel Podcast
The Diesel Podcast
Updated 5 days agoWhat is goin' on Diesel Nation? The Diesel Podcast is your source for all things diesel. Cummins, Duramax & Powerstroke. From mild to wild, we deliver the latest updates from all the biggest names in the industry. Keep the shiny side up!
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Episodes (585)
Tire Pressure: We Didn’t Know This!
When going to aftermarket tires, tire pressure can become a major issue for towing, hauling, stability, and safety. Jason from Amp Tires joins us today to talk about the importance of correct tire pressure, especially when going to aftermarket wheels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This Piston is Changing Diesel Engines Part 2
Matt from DFC Diesel joins us on the podcast to talk about Cummins, Duramax, and Powerstroke engine building! They’ve been testing Speed of Air pistons and he goes in-depth about power increases, economy, EGT’s, dyno results, and real-world feedback. 20% off Kershaw Knives with code: DIESEL2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Forget a Cummins Swap, Check This Out!
We’ve been covering diesel for a long time and this is the first swap of its kind we’ve seen! Today’s guest tells us about swapping a 7.3L Powerstroke and ZF-6 into his 2016 Super Duty. The focus was to make it look like a factory option. We review the truck, fitment, electronics, paint, and interior! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Easy Towing Upgrade That Works!
A listener messaged in and wanted to know about towing/hauling upgrades for control and drivability. Hellwig Products joins us today to talk about helper springs, sway bars, their work with SEMA to protect the aftermarket, and the future of suspension upgrades with the emergence of EV’s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fixing Turbo Failures
When a turbo fails, is it better to rebuild or replace it? If we rebuild it, what options are available and how do we know when a new turbo is needed? ProSource Diesel joins us today to talk about options, pitfalls, and the best way to handle a failure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Choosing the Right Tires for Trucks
There are so many choices for tires on diesel trucks, where do we start? Atturo Tires joins us today to talk design, engineering, load rating, and picking the right tires. We cover longevity, tread pattern, and much more! 20% off Kershaw Knives with code: 23DIESEL20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Big 3 Could Be in Deep Trouble
A potential strike is looming for the Big 3 - what does it mean for new vehicles and the supply chain? What are the facts of the situation? Industry veteran Adam Blattenberg joins the podcast to talk about the demands, how EV’s are factoring into it, and what could be at stake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cummins VE Record!
Gavin Huke just set a VE Cummins record for power and joins us on today’s podcast! He tells us the history of the truck, specifics on the build, tips for building a VE truck and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6.7 Cummins Towing Upgrades
Lyle from Daily Driven Performance joins us today to talk 6.7L Cummins upgrades! We go over setting the truck up for towing and daily driving, from air to fuel, transmission and everything in between. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Internal Combustion Engines Banned?
California has instituted strict guidelines for vehicles in the state - but what does that mean for fleets? Fred from Zonar Systems specializes in fleet management and chats with us about it. What challenges will this provide companies in the state? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cast vs Forged Wheels
This question has been asked a lot and we wanted an expert on to go over the differences. Are cast wheels as good as forged? What sacrifices have to be made for one or the other? Does safety factor into it? We also go over dually wheel setups and who makes the best for hard use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Choosing Wheels & Tires that Fit!
Wicked Customs joins us for an episode about wheels and tires, avoiding cutting fenders, and selecting the proper setup for a Ford, GM, or Ram. We also talk about safety and ensuring the wheel/tire combo is safe for towing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7.3L Powerstroke Power Upgrades
Today’s guest took his 1997 7.3L Powerstroke from stock to 800HP (with 1000HP on the horizon). He tells us about fuel and air upgrades, converting to 4WD, companies that helped with the build and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Beyond the Brand
Dan’s Diesel Performance joins us today to discuss life beyond the parts, trucks, and brand. How does a husband and wife team balance work and personal life? How did the company start and grow? What was the jump to manufacturing like? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fabricating Parts People Want
We’ve been a huge fan of CFT Performance for years and wanted to catch up with them. Their business has expanded tremendously since the last episode - and into areas outside diesel. Founder Josh Chapman gives us the rundown on parts, growth and personal development along the way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3 Tips to Avoid Driveline Failures
Driveline failures usually mean a tow bill. Can we avoid them through upgrades and maintenance? Erick from East Texas Extreme Drivetrain tells us common failures seen in the shop, tips for avoiding them, and how fluid and gears play a major role. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stop Doing This with Engines!
Choate Engineering Performance joins us today to talk all too common engine failures - and many can be avoided. We go over install procedures, lack of maintenance, and other common problems they see on a daily basis with Cummins, Duramax, and Powerstrokes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Automotive Worth It Anymore?
The journey into a career in automotive can have many paths. Some want to race, others build, some fix. There are also amazing opportunities on the business side. Donna from Gen-Y Hitch tells us about her journey into automotive, learning a new industry, and impacting the truck lifestyle through innovative products! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fastest Racer in Diesel Motorsports
We’ve wanted to chat with today’s guest for a long time! Mattie Graves, world record holder, joins us to talk about diesel racing, her future in diesel, and competing in a male-dominated industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Crucial Upgrade for Transmissions
We all want a bulletproof transmission, and especially one that works for our truck. John Cope of CRT Transmissions joins us today to talk about transmissions - and why valve bodies are so critical. He also walks us through two unique valve body builds that can change Dodge and Ford transmissions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Leveling Kits vs Lifts vs Tire Size
Jordan from Wicked Customs stops by to educate us on leveling kits, suspension lifts, choosing the right tire size (so cutting isn’t required), common mistakes, and how we need to maintain our suspension! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7.3 IDI Turbo Upgrade and ZF5
We love when listeners reach out to us and today’s guest joins us to talk about his IDI! He went from a 6.9 to a 7.3 with turbo, ZF5 swap and more! He tells us how it helped him with his diesel repair business, why he loves it, and why they are so popular.a Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Making Your Truck Stand Out
We all want our trucks to be one-of-a-kind, but it can be so hard to find the right fabricator. Today we are joined by Cody Fisher who worked on amazing projects at Firepunk and recently started his own business. He walks us through creating functional but amazing designs, getting into the trade and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Reducing Regens & Extending DPF Life
When this topic popped up, we were really interested in learning more about reducing regens and extending the life of a DPF. Kyle from Hot Shot’s Secret joins us to talk about real world studies they’ve done and data showing how to do both. And, it’s easier than you may think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cleaning Up Diesel Smoke
Smoke is a lightning rod topic and we wanted to chat with a fuel expert about it, the impact on the industry, and trucks. Lenny Reed, founder of Dynomite Diesel Products, joins us to talk about cleaning up fuel systems, producing more power, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices