The Diesel Podcast

The Diesel Podcast

The Diesel Podcast

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What 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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Building the Ultimate Daily Driver

Spencer from Dirty Diesel Customs chats with us about his 3rd Gen Cummins. He tells us how he turned it into the ultimate daily driver, what parts he chose for reliability and performance, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E827 Dec 05, 2025 50 min

Don’t Start Winter Without Doing This to Your Diesel

With Winter here, diesel fuel can become a major issue as the temperature falls. Power Service joins us to talk about preventing fuel from gelling and what winter blend fuel really means.. We also talk about products to use if your fuel filter is already gelled.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E826 Dec 03, 2025 49 min

One Part Keeps Failing on This Truck

Kat from Siskiyou Diesel tells us about one part that’s seen a surge in failures over the last year. Is it a design flaw? Production issue? Siskiyou Diesel details what they are seeing at the shop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S7E825 Nov 26, 2025 72 min

First Duramax to 3000HP

Cody Hawk tells us about his truck - the first to hit 3000HP! He details the build, parts that went into, who has helped, and long term goals. If you love Duramax performance, don’t miss this episode! Photo courtesy of IG: @northernfilmco  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S8E824 Nov 21, 2025 55 min

Fastest 2nd Gen VP44 on the Planet

A major record was set for the fastest 2nd Gen VP44 and the owner chats with us about the build! Chris Krebs tells us how he built the truck, how deep into the 9’s it went, and how much this build means to him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E823 Nov 19, 2025 61 min

Major Failure with This Truck Solved!

We’ve heard about the failures of CP4 pumps, and how expensive they are to fix. Snyder Performance Engineering joins us today with a new solution that doesn’t require tuning, has decades of reliability built in, and incredible availability. Want extra power? It does that too.  Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E822 Nov 14, 2025 56 min

Fueling the First 3000HP Duramax (and a 4000HP Cummins)

Dynomite Diesel has been involved in two major milestones in diesel - the first 3000HP Duramax and a 4000HP Cummins. Lenny Reed, founder of Dynomite Diesel, joins us today to talk about these incredible numbers, how it’s also improving daily driver injectors, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E821 Nov 11, 2025 75 min

Diesel Emissions May Change Massively

Kory Willis from PPEI chats with us today about major movement on the emissions front. Is a major breakthrough about to happen with legislation in Congress? What just happened with Heavy D and his arrest? What is an emissions rollback and could we see one soon from the Lee Zeldin EPA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E820 Nov 05, 2025 63 min

This Diesel Made 4000+ HP

Josh McCormack joins us today to talk about his back-to-back 4000+ HP dyno runs! We go into detail about his setup, approach to competitions like UCC, and ask which matters more, corrected or uncorrected dyno numbers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E819 Oct 22, 2025 60 min

Major Tuning News!

Power Hungry Performance joins us today with a major announcement! They tell us about new hardware options to use their tunes. We also catch up on their road trip across America visiting shops, events, and what enthusiasts are asking for with Powerstroke tuning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E818 Oct 17, 2025 53 min

This Hidden DEF Problem Could Cost You Thousands

Hot Shot’s Secret joins us today to talk DEF fluid, crystallization, and a brand new product to prevent it! We go over what causes the issue, the problems that can happen, and how easy it is to avoid costly fixes or repairs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S8E816 Oct 15, 2025 53 min

Which Engines are Best - New vs Old

Do newer trucks have worse engines than older vehicles? Which is better and what issues plague them? DFC Diesel joins us today to look at the design and engineering of Cummins, Duramax and Powerstrokes from the 1990’s to today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E815 Oct 08, 2025 49 min

Diesel Shop Owners Need to Do This

Some diesel shops are missing out by not following these easy tips. Christina from Blue Ocean Marketing Co chats with us about challenges in 2025, how connecting with great customers is missed by some businesses, and things you can do today to change it. We also talk about her journey into helping businesses, and passion for connecting with people! Website: www.blueoceanmarketingco.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-koch-77b6035b?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Instagram: @blueoceanmarketingcompany Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E814 Oct 01, 2025 59 min

Why Every Diesel Owner Needs THIS in the Tank

Power Service joins us today to talk about cleaning your DPF, injectors, removing soot build-up, and more in one easy step. We talk about their new product that’s just launched, how it keeps newer trucks running smoothly, and older trucks on the road. Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E812 Sep 24, 2025 47 min

The Secret Sauce Behind Gen-Y Hitch

Gen-Y Hitch joins us today to talk about hitches, huge news as they expand into other markets, and what drives relationships with their customers. We also discuss customer service and how it has changed dramatically over the last 5 years. Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E811 Sep 18, 2025 64 min

THIS Will Change Your Fuel System Forever

FASS Fuel Systems announces a revolutionary new product that will change your truck. We get a first look at a way to monitor your fuel system filter health from in the cab, and it uses Bluetooth technology. They explain how it installs, integrating it with other monitoring options, and more! Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E810 Sep 16, 2025 57 min

Will Lifter Failures Destroy Your Cummins?

DFC Diesel talks 6.7L Cummins lifter issues with us today! We go over how common the problem is, remedies when rebuilding one, plus ensuring a smooth install. Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E809 Aug 29, 2025 63 min

Did the EPA Just Delete Emissions Laws?

What does the EPA’s recent deregulation announcement mean? Is it ok to delete your truck or do deletes for customers? SEMA joins us from Washington, D.C. to explain the situation, what it means, and where emissions are headed. Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: ⁠https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S8E807 Aug 29, 2025 46 min

This Could Change Your Trucks Forever

Ducted fuel injection (DFI) has a chance to change the way diesel emissions are handled inside the combustion chamber. Today, we are joined by Chuck Mueller, who leads the project at Sandia National Laboratories, to discuss it in detail! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E808 Aug 28, 2025 52 min

NASCAR Team Member Buys First Diesel Truck!

What does a NASCAR team member look for when buying their first diesel truck? A podcast listener messaged us about his truck and we couldn’t wait to chat with him. He walks us through his journey to NASCAR and Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR), behind the scenes insights, prep, teamwork, and more. We also talk to him about his truck and why he switched from gas. Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E806 Aug 26, 2025 55 min

Truck Slams Hard - Driver Tells All!

It’s always scary when a wreck happens at the drag strip. Austin Denny tells us about his crash at the track, what he thinks happened, the aftermath, and advice for racers. We also talk about the impact to family and friends witnessing it firsthand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E805 Aug 14, 2025 52 min

Diesels Need This Sound Back!

Nothing sounds like a diesel truck with an exhaust upgrade - but what about when you need it quiet towing or around the neighborhood? We are joined by the founder of Glory Days Speed Shop to talk about his patent pending muffler for 4” and 5” exhaust systems. He walks us through the idea for the muffler, R&D, controlling the sound from the cab, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E803 Aug 13, 2025 52 min

Your Truck Needs These Upgrades!

FASS is famous for their lift pump systems, but did you know they also have a fabrication and motorsports division? They tell us about their expanding list of products to customize and improve your truck! We also talk about custom projects and some of their favorite in-house builds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E802 Aug 08, 2025 43 min

Tariffs Impacting Truck Part Prices

J&K Engines chats with us today about Powerstroke engine builds, new components to build reliable engines, and how tariffs are impacting a lot of engine components. Could waiting mean more for your next purchase? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E801 Aug 07, 2025 49 min

Your Oil Is About To Change!

Amsoil talks with us about new emission regulations changing oil formulas, and what it means for diesels. We cover what the changes are, how Amsoil is approaching the standards, and what it means for your truck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S9E800 Aug 06, 2025 53 min