Diesel Performance Podcast

Well, well, well. It's happened. HP Tuners has given tuners the ability to unlock the L5P ECM remotely. This is a massive deal within the industry. Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke break down what this means for diesel enthusiasts and the industry on this episode. 

Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke discuss lift pumps in this week's episode! They break down top questions people ask when it comes to lift pumps. From beginner questions to veteran diesel truck tips the boys have you covered on this episode. 

What Do We Think Of The 3.0L Duramax? Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke got to take out the newly acquired 2019 3.0L Duramax to let you know what they think about the truck stock, what improvements tuning will be able to make down the road, and much more!

Chris Ehmke and Tim Mahoney have some interesting new developments with Cummins, turbos, and a few more things. They break down what you can expect to see coming here VERY SOON.

Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke are talking horsepower recipes for 5.9L Cummins on this episode. They discuss three different stages for horsepower goals that we see the typical Cummins owner looking for in their years of expertise. From a great daily driver to an all-out beast, let's get it!

With the diesel industry changing constantly, you may have noticed statements with aftermarket diesel products saying "49-State Tuning" or "50-State Tuning."  What does it mean? Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke break it down for you on this episode. 

Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke want to discuss an ongoing topic that has been put on blast in a Facebook group. They discuss integrity within the community of diesel. Why? There's a name out there lacking in it and it's something that needs to be addressed. They boys do so in this episode! 

Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke are joined by Calibrated Power/DuramaxTuner's head of R&D, Tim Mahoney, to discuss his upcoming project. Tim gives you his upcoming project which is building an LB7. He wants 674 horsepower, sub 13-sec quarter mile, and a reliable truck to haul side by sides, snowmobiles, and more toys across the Midwest into Colorado! 

Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke are joined by Calibrated Power/DuramaxTuner's head of R&D, Tim Mahoney, to discuss his upcoming project. Tim gives you his upcoming project which is building an LB7. He wants 674 horsepower, sub 13-sec quarter mile, and a reliable truck to haul side by sides, snowmobiles, and more toys across the Midwest into Colorado! 

As you all are diesel enthusiasts like us, you know we lost a real one this year. Turba Tom embodied everything that makes this community what it is. Passion, a drive to learn, the want to pass that along to newcomers, and most importantly, a great person to be around. This episode was recorded in June of this year and is dedicated to a man that will be missed, but never forgotten. 

Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke round out a BIG year for the Diesel Performance Podcast and discuss all the episodes you loved. We wouldn't be here if it weren't for our listeners, and we thank you all! The industry continues to change, records continue to be broken or pushed, and the passion for diesel continues to grow. Merry Christmas from the crew at Diesel Performance Podcast!

We are picking back up after the Thanksgiving Holiday and Black Friday deals! The boys move on from the 5.9L Cummins they discussed a few weeks ago to the 6.7L and Cummins engineering progressions. The newer models made massive advancements, mechanically and cosmetically. The boys highlight the changes in this episode. 

Chris Ehmke is joined by Nick Priegnitz, CEO of Calibrated Power Solutions / Duramaxtuner, to break down towing heavy! They take you behind the wheel of a 4th Gen Cummins to talk about drive pressure to boost, aftermarket turbochargers, and more!

Paul Wilson breaks down everything you Cummins guys want to know about the new 50 state tuning available starting Monday! 

We are bringing back another highly received podcast episode, How common rail injection works. Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke break down how this system works, class is in session!

The crew have been busy over here so we are going with one of our most downloaded episodes today! Top 5 tuning myths. Paul and Chris touch on the 5 most common misnomers revolving around tuning.

Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke are covering the early Cummins models on this week's episode! They discuss the early 5.9L, the switch from 12 valve to 24 valve, P-Pump and more!

Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke are back and this time they are behind the wheel of a HUGE 5500 L5D that was just tuned and had a Stealth 64 Turbo installed by DuramaxTuner. Let's just say, this thing can handle a lot! The boys give you an update on how she rides.

Chris Ehmke and Paul Wilson are joined by RJ Snider on this week's episode! RJ is a long-time listener and diesel enthusiast like us doing big things in his community with diesel. He discusses the dirt drag event The Cornfield Callouts and some 12 valve talk.  Are you in or near Ohio? Be sure to get out to this awesome event. Details of the event: The Cornfield Callouts November 5th 13603 Sand Roc...

Chris Ehmke and Anthony Bruneni discuss the Duramax era after the LBZ. They talk LMM, LML, and L5P! Changes made each RPO code, what they think the future holds for these 6.6L trucks, and what they may think happens with the Allison Transmission!

Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke go back and talk about how each Duramax RPO when released was revolutionary. While each RPO did have its weak points, the guys discuss which models are overrated and underrated. The results may shock you!

Nick Priegnitz of DuramaxTuner/Calibrated Power joins Paul and Chris to discuss the progression of tuning gas vehicles back in the mid-2000s, to calibrations for older diesel trucks, to where we are now with the L5P, 6.7L Powerstroke, and Cummins platforms. 

Paul is joined by local legend Matt Hart! You may have heard his voice on the PA at the local sled pulls or hell, if you're one that frequents auctions, you have heard this man doing his auctioneer work. Matt talks about diesel passion and more!

We wanted to share this older episode because of the amount of info and it's our most downloaded episode. Paul and Chris discuss the history of the Duramax engine. This is a great, informative episode on how much Duramax has evolved over the years!

Jason from Wehrli Custom Fab is on to talk this Saturday's open house for his new shop! Jason discusses how he went from fabricating in his parents garage to this new massive facility and everything in between. He also chats future production and much more. Come out to DeKalb this Saturday Semptember 17th and see a bunch of amazing stuff and maybe win in a few of the auctions!