The Diesel Podcast

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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: DIES...

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

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

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

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

Today’s episode features what we all want - an affordable truck that we can build how we want, compared to a new truck with a huge payment. Austin listens to The Diesel Podcast and found his truck for $2,000 and takes us through an engine build, turbo upgrade, and making a sweet daily driver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We recently had a shop owner on to talk about an EPA raid and federal charges. He was sentenced and gives us the final outcome. We were shocked by what we heard. 20% off with code: DIESEL20 https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is real-life Gran Turismo 7 - and we love it. A 6.0L Powerstroke with compounds swapped into a Nissan GT-R, built for Pikes Peak. Cole from LYFE Motorsport tells us about the swap, which transmission he’s running if the car is still AWD, and a lot more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode blindsided us with what we didn’t know about Cummins and Dodge/Ram. Our guest tells us how the 5.9L wasn’t the first choice, how it almost didn’t happen, and where your favorite truck/engine combo came from. He also shares with us a cool resource for 1st Gen owners looking to restore their trucks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Things aren’t slowing down with emissions - and at least one state is enforcing fines for truck owners selling deleted trucks. More shops are being visited, 7 figure fines have been imposed and its affecting every part of automotive (even gas). Joining us today is Caleb Jacobs, Truck Editor of The Drive. He’s been covering these topics and we wanted an inside look at what he’s discovering. Learn m...

We love budget builds that beat trucks/cars with 10X the money into them. Joining us today is Darcy, owner of Coalstang, a 12V Cummins swapped Fox Body Mustang. This build is more stock than you’d believe - but sends other racers home early. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest loves Chevy square body trucks and diesels - and has turned it into a career! Marco from Bad Apple Custom Fab talks about his love for older trucks, diesel engines and doing Cummins and Duramax swaps. We asked him what they can cost, how to make a plan for the build and 3 things to avoid before starting the project. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices