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)
This Piston is Changing Diesel Engines
Today’s episode is by listener demand and we were shocked with the gains this engine upgrade achieves. Speed of Air Engine Technologies joins us to talk about their revolutionary piston design. We also discuss how it’s changing Cummins, Duramax and Powerstroke emissions, power, and performance. Before doing an engine build, listen to this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wide Wheels, TikTok & Younger Truck Owners
Our guest today specializes in content creation and marketing in the automotive industry. We wanted to ask him about trends with younger diesel truck owners, how they differ with older age groups, and why companies shouldn’t dismiss the younger crowd. This also leads into a discussion about sponsorships, how to get noticed, and why some companies are missing huge opportunities. 20% off Kershaw Knives with code: 20DIESEL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Truck Reliability
Derek Rose from DNR Customs joins us today to talk 6.7L Cummins reliability - from 2007.5 to current. Which have the most problems? Which the least? He also tells us about his race truck, plans for 2023 and a major move in his shop! 20% off Kershaw Knives with code: 20DIESEL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Monstermax 2!
Dan’s Diesel talks about building this one-of-a-kind truck! Join Dan and the team as they talk details, challenges with the build and more! 20% off Kershaw Knives with code: 20DIESEL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Where Do Delete Tunes Come From?
We caught up with Kory Willis from PPEI and did a livestream answering listener questions! One question was, since the mainstream tuners don’t do deletes, where does the tuning come from? The answer will surprise you. We also talked about 10 speed Allison tuning, 6R140 harsh shifts and tons more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wheel Size Wears Front Suspension?
We are joined by Andrew from CJC Offroad to ask a suspension question that hit our inbox. The listener asked how wider wheels can hurt the suspension and what can be done to avoid it. Andrew answers this, talks about his 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Gen Cummins, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Injectors Make or Break Your Truck
Lenny Reed from Dynomite Diesel Products chats with us about how injector building, precision and testing can make or break a truck (or build). He also helps a listener with plans for a 12V daily driving/towing setup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Make Diesel Performance Great Again
Ryan Milliken from Hardway Performance stops by to talk performance, racing and what it will take to make diesel performance great again. He also shares some upcoming power packages you don’t want to miss that are emissions compliant! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What Breaks on an 800,000 Mile Truck?
Vinny Himes from Leadfoot Diesel has a customer with over 800,000 miles on his diesel truck. We asked what has broken, at what mileage and the maintenance schedule. If you’re looking to keep your truck for a long time, you’ll want to hear this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
DIY Transmission Rebuild Kits
Interested in saving money to get a built transmission? We chat with Logan from Loganbuilt about DIY transmission kits he offers, what upgrades to do at different power levels, and why he started a YouTube channel to educate truck owners! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Every Truck Needs This Upgrade
What’s one upgrade every diesel truck needs? An upgraded fuel system. Fass Diesel Fuel Systems joins us today to talk about why. Between lackluster fuel quality, air, and water, diesel trucks fight a constant battle. They also reveal a new kit coming up for the L5P (no tuning required)! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
EPA Coming After You In 2023? I ASK A LAWYER
Are EPA enforcement efforts going up this year? A new set of enforcement initiatives is scheduled for 2023. We ask a lawyer if the attention is getting worse. Stewart Cables is a founding partner of Hassan + Cables. Stewart specializes in general business representation and a variety of trial work. Stewart's practice areas include complex civil litigation, employment law, criminal and DUI defense, transactional work for corporations and LLCs, and counsel for non-profit entities. Stewart Cables E: [email protected] P: 303-625-1025 ext 2 https://www.hassancables.com/stewart-d-cables Updated Policy for EPA’s Enforcement and Compliance Initiatives: https://www.epa.gov/system/files/documents/2022-12/necimemo.pdf 20% off Kershaw Knives with code: 20DIESEL Valid through 5/1/23 Free shipping on orders over $100. https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Turbo Buying Mistakes!
Before placing an order for a turbo, check out the advice Dan’s Diesel Performance has for picking the right one. How do you match the fueling to it? What other considerations should be taken into account? The guys at Dan’s Diesel Performance talk performance, shop updates and more on this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Not All Hitches are Equal
Today we chat with Gen-Y Hitches about product testing, future projects, expanding their manufacturing and tons more! We also discuss how to create a strong atmosphere for competition, innovation, and building a team. 20% off Kershaw Knives with code: 20DIESEL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You Don’t Wanna Miss This!
Today we catch up with the founders of Texas Truck Jam! Hearing how they built this event from an idea to a massively popular must-attend is inspiring. We talk about why they did it, how to stay persistent, companies that help them, and why 2023 will be the biggest show yet! 20% off Kershaw Knives with code: 20DIESEL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Off-Road Racing - Gas Beats Diesel?
On today’s episode we chat off-road racing (Mint 400, Baja) with Bryant Blakemore! He gives an insight into racing at events, setting up a team, gas vs. diesel in the desert, which of the Big 3 supports racing the most, and tons more! He also shares with us a special project he is working on that you can help with. Visit www.torraracing.com to learn more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Which Truck is Best for Racing?
Austin Denny joins us today to talk about his love of 6.0L Powerstrokes, why a 6.0 may be the best for racing, and where Powerstroke performance is headed. We also ask him how he found and built a team to compete at a high level in the racing world! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6.4L Powerstroke 4R100 Swap
Jordan from Dirty Diesel Customs gives us an update on his 6.4L Powerstroke race truck, a 4R100 swap he’s planning, and some teasers of new products they are releasing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Diesel Fuel System Damage
Kyle from Hot Shot’s Secret joins us on the podcast to talk fuel, contamination, and more! We also hear about their involvement in some major racing news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kershaw Knives & Classic Trucks
Knives and trucks just go together. We are joined by Jim from Kershaw Knives and he tells us how knives are designed, new products dropping today, and about his classic Ford! Use code Diesel20 for 20% off at www.kershaw.kaiusa.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
LB7 Heads with Cupless Injector Bore
Fleece Performance joins us today to talk about their cupless injector bore heads for the LB7, 12V fuel upgrades, and new electrical components to fix your truck. We also talk about some engine options for your daily driver! Get 20% off with code: DIESEL20 https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Build Recipes!
Brian Jelich is known in the Powerstroke world for his 1400HP 7.3L race truck. He joins us today to talk about his truck, 450HP 7.3L towing/daily driver recipes, transmission upgrades, injectors, turbos, and new plans for 2023! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Don’t Do This
We wanted to talk trailers and learn more about upgrades, brakes, tips for buying the right one and more. Dallas from Nationwide Trailers answers these questions, some from you guys and talks diesel trucks (and which tow best). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hitches, New Products and Behind the Scenes at Gen-Y Hitch
Donna from Gen-Y Hitch joins us today to talk hitches, truck accessories, SEMA, building a unique company culture and her career path! We also got a ton of your questions compiled and asked them on this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hot Shot’s Secret with The Diesel Podcast
If you’re not following Hot Shot’s Secret on YouTube, you need to subscribe for in-depth content about fuel additives, oils and lubricants. Patrick from The Diesel Podcast joins the crew at Hot Shot’s for a segment on their live show. He talks about the podcast’s start, how we find content, the future and some of the worst episodes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices