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)
Crazy Power With This One Upgrade Only
Lenny Reed from Dynomite Diesel Products joins us today to talk injectors! He tells us about making crazy power on VP44 trucks, new machines showing up, how he handles competition in the building and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
State of Diesel 2022, SEMA Recap + RPM Act
Ryan Gelinas from R&R Brand Management joins us today to talk about SEMA, technology making diesel companies stronger, and why are we seeing buyouts? Ryan and I discuss the new trend and ask if it is helping, or hurting, diesel parts and the aftermarket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
EPA Shop Visit and EV Trucks Taking Over?
Tom from Crazed Diesel joins us today to talk about his EPA visit, the push for EV vehicles (specifically trucks), emissions-on upgrades and business/personal growth tips he’s learned on his journey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rising Fuel Costs, Diesel-Electric Hybrids & Emissions
On today’s episode, we chat about emissions on semi trucks, diesel-electric technology (and retrofit kits), how reliable the emissions systems are on big rigs and a ton more. We also ask the question, do pickup trucks lag behind semi trucks in reliability, emissions system longevity and technology? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Worst Trucks to Buy Part 3
Parts 1 and 2 covered Powerstroke and Duramax problems, and today we discuss the Cummins lineup! Vinny from Lead Foot Diesel Performance uses his 15+ years of diesel experience to tell us which Cummins are a problem, which aren’t, and fixes if you have a problem truck. We also talk turbo failures, blown head gaskets, transmission costs and emissions repairs for various year ranges! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Worst Trucks to Buy Part 2
Part 1 in this series covered Ford Powerstrokes and today we tackle the Duramax lineup. Which model should you avoid at all costs? What is the best one to get and why? From injectors to head gaskets and cranks, we discuss LB7-L5P’s. If you do own one of the problem engines, what solutions can fix it? Vinny from Lead Foot Diesel Performance gives tips for making your rig reliable! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Worst Trucks to Buy Part 1
Nobody wants to buy a nightmare truck. We wanted to have an expert on to talk about their history in diesel and factual experience with each brand. Vinny from Lead Foot Diesel Performance joins us on Part 1 to talk about Ford Powerstrokes. Which are the worst and why? What’s the best? Which costs tons of money to fix? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before Towing Next, You Gotta Hear This
The Founder of Gen-Y Hitch joins us on today’s episode! We talk about testing hitch ratings, how hitches fail and gaining more control over your trailer. He also tells us about early business challenges and growing Gen-Y Hitch into an industry leader! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6.5 Build Live Q&A
Tyler Loewen of 23 Diesel was on the podcast a few months back talking about his 500HP 6.5. Another listener messaged us wanting to do the same with his truck and today we connect them! We go over bulletproofing the bottom end, what to look for in the heads, pump upgrades, injectors, suspension, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Your Truck Ready?
Kyle from Hot Shot’s Secret joins us today to talk winter fuel! What temperatures start to give fuel issues? Does this vary pump to pump and how can we avoid fuel gel? We also talk about what to use when the fuel is completely gelled and ways to get the truck running. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Before Buying a Part, Don’t Make These Mistakes!
We’ve had an influx of questions about who makes the best transmission, engine or other part. I answer the question today, but from an angle that’s not often considered. Before handing over a credit card to buy, listen to this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3 Easy Things To Prevent Catastrophic Failure
Today we are joined by Chris from Auto Wurks Diesel, a 27 year veteran of the diesel industry. We ask him about winterizing a diesel for winter, catastrophic failure from filters, fuel system damage and more. If you plan on keeping your truck for a while, you’ll want to hear his insights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can Neighbors Report Your Truck?
One of our listeners reached out to us and wanted to share his opinion about emissions, what is driving it, enforcement, deletes, and the EPA website offering a form to report suspected violations. Don’t miss this candid chat about what’s taking place in diesel/automotive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How Well Does a Diesel Engine Do in a Boat?
Today’s guest took the gas engine out of his boat and swapped in an LBZ. Things weren’t smooth at the start, but he shares with us what he’s learned, why it’s better than gas and tons more. Cooling, oil supply, turbo, electronics and hard parts all face challenges truck applications don’t. We also ask if he has plans for other diesel swaps - 3.0L Duramax, 6.7L Powerstroke or maybe a Cummins! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Forced to Put DPF/EGR Back On?
Two questions we’ve gotten are 1) how much does it cost to return a truck to stock and 2) can emission systems be proactively maintained? Vinny from Lead Foot Diesel shares his experiences with costs of returning to stock and products that help maintain emissions parts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fastest VGT LML on The Planet
Today’s guest chats with us about his LML running the fastest times with a VGT. We talk with him about the truck’s power recipe, suspension, weight savings and a lot more. He also tells us how diesels are at a major disadvantage in California. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Most Powerful Cummins Ever?
Today’s guest is Chris Patterson from Unrivaled Diesel. His truck just made 3401hp and 4556 ft lbs of torque. We ask him how his truck got to this power level, making 48RE’s live under these conditions, and how to build a towing 48RE to last! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Old Coolant Destroying Engines
An overlooked part of diesel engine maintenance is the cooling system. Are all coolants the same? Does it matter if different types are mixed? Mark from Amsoil joins us to go over what can go wrong, the damage that results and how you can avoid it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do Reman Injectors Suck?
The age-old question has been, is new better than reman? We asked Lenny Reed, owner of Dynomite Diesel Products, and the answer will surprise you. He also tells us about some big sales, and new equipment in the shop and we jump into the diesel vs EV debate. 20% off with code: DIESEL20 https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1st 6.7L Cummins in the 10’s + Team Building
We go back to the OG days with Aron Nick and his 6.7L Cummins that got into the 10’s. We ask him about the truck, what he’s up to now and a massive new project he’s working on. No matter the industry you work in, if you’re looking to build a truck or just enjoy in-depth conversation about life or philosophy, this is a must-listen. 20% off with code: DIESEL20 https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oil Availability? SHELL ROTELLA Q&A
Wendy from Shell joins us on today’s podcast! We talk about her journey in the oil industry, from starting out to her dream job at Shell. We also ask her about Rotella, its availability, and how Shell Rotella values connecting with truck owners, farmers, and equipment operators. The Crew & Collab will have a booth at ConExpo! Use code Partner20 for 20% off when registering! 20% off with code: DIESEL20 https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Armed EPA Raid at Home
Today’s guest is Jon Long, 17 years active duty and owner of Openwide Performance. Not long ago, armed agents showed up at his home at 6 AM. He tells us what they wanted, the discussion that morning, and where things are now. Give a listen as he walks us through the experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Life Changing EPA Case
Ryan Milliken from Hardway Performance talks about his EPA case and how it changed his life and business. He also tells us the challenges with emissions intact tuning, what’s holding back 2022 Cummins tunes, and power recipes for new trucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
California Dictates Everyone’s Truck Upgrades
Kory Willis from PPEI joins us today to talk about his EPA case, how California dictates what truck owners can do in Texas, Ohio, Florida, etc., and what the future looks like for tuning. We also ask him a bunch of questions pertaining to emissions we’ve seen on our YouTube channel. Don’t miss this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Completely Custom Build!
Stock gets boring, right? Today’s guest tells us about a 100% custom build him and his company did on an LML Duramax. We are talking custom interior, suspension, body work and a built engine/transmission combo. We also asked what inspired him to pursue a career building custom trucks - don’t miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices