The Diesel Podcast

LINE-X joins us on the podcast and talks bedliners, tonneau covers, accessories, and more! We learn about what separates bedliners during installation, design, and with long term use. They also tell us about their expanding product line for offroad enthusiasts, cargo management, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All Out Diesel joins us today to talk about federal agents visiting customers, their EPA case, and the details of the sentencing. What started the case? Were non-DPF trucks included? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nate from Strictly Diesel chats with us about the 6.9 and 7.3 IDI engines in 80’s and 90’s Ford trucks! He worked on them as a tech at a Ford dealer and now as the co-owner of Strictly Diesel. What weak points do they have? Does aftermarket support exist for turbo kits and fuel system upgrades? How much power can they make? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A longtime Ford mechanic and diesel shop owner talks Powerstroke fixes, repairs, and maintenance tips on today’s episode! Tom from Big Dogg Custom Diesel Works shares his history with Powerstrokes, how to repair trucks right the first time, tips for finding a good shop, and more. Instagram: @bigdoggcustomdieselworks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We were a guest on The Diesel Queen Melissa's podcast to talk about the state of diesel, emissions, podcasting, and more! It’s a honest and blunt conversation about all things diesel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LINE-X joins us on the podcast and talks bedliners, tonneau covers, accessories, and more! We learn about what separates bedliners during installation, design, and with long term use. They also tell us about their expanding product line for offroad enthusiasts, cargo management, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Suncoast talks with us on today’s episode about transmissions, upgrades that are worth it, 10 speeds taking over the market, building a 68RFE, dealer training programs, and more! We also discuss transmission temperatures and how it can negatively impact the transmission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Strictly Diesel joins us today to talk 6.0L Powerstrokes and recommendations for reliability. We cover injectors, fuel system, cooling system, heads, and more. Can they be as reliable as other diesel trucks of the same era?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Patterson from Unrivaled Diesel is back on the podcast! He tells us about what may be his last Ultimate Callout Challenge, what he’s looking forward to most, and shows us what he brought to this year’s competition! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Brown finished 3rd in last year’s Ultimate Callout Challenge and heads into this event with a new setup. Mike tells us about the big change, how he went from being a spectator to one of the top finishers, and his plan for 2025! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Shew from Quality Diesel Performance chats with us about his UCC truck on today’s episode! We talk about his roots in sled pulling, competing in the Ultimate Callout Challenge, building a truck to perform well at all three phases, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robby Garcia is competing in UCC again this year and joins us on the podcast! En route to Indianapolis, he tells us about the history of the truck - going from a daily driver to 2000+HP monster longbed. We ask about his goals for 2025, who has helped along the way, and what he’d do if he won the Ultimate Callout Challenge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A lawyer who represents clients against the EPA tells us why deletes aren’t legal yet. He tells us if cases have slowed down since the EPA reorganization, if Congress is working towards making deletes ok, and answers your questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan’s Diesel Performance joins us today to talk fueling upgrades - from injectors to injection pump and fuel pump. When does an engine run out of fuel? What recipes work for different power levels? Dan’s Diesel Performance walks us through options from stock replacement to crazy power levels! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are joined by Choate Engineering Performance and CWT Industries. We take a technical look at an inherent enemy of engines, and how it wears on it every time you start or drive the truck. Are some engines worse than others? What can you do before catastrophic and expensive failures happen? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fleece Performance gives us look into making parts in America, robotics, precision, quality control and more! Brayden Fleece gives a behind-the-scenes look at manufacturing at the highest level, what it means for a truck owner, and the future of keeping trucks on the road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gen-Y Hitch joins us today to talk about new towing products, the company’s expansion, and other details from Dan Miller, President, Gen-Y Group Inc. We ask about his path to the automotive world, tips for inspiring a team, and guiding a leader in the automotive space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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4BT from stock to crazy power levels is on today’s episode! Khaos Diesel Performance and Repair gives us the details on building it into a power house. We also talk about the old Pinks Cummins being resurrected for 2025! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You guys asked for 6.0L Powerstroke content, and Austin Denny joins us for a 2025 update! He pilots some of the fastest 6.0’s on the planet and tells us changes for this year, his goals, and one thing that’s changed his outlook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A past guest and 7.3L OBS owner joins us to update the build on his 1997 truck. It’s gotten an engine change, updated hard parts, and is looking to do some personal bests this year!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan’s Diesel Performance chats with us today about making an Allison transmission unbeatable. From towing to competition, they go over clutch packs, hydraulic upgrades, torque converters, temperatures, cooler flow, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will tariffs affect common maintenance parts? Will availability dwindle? Vinny Himes joins us today to discuss the potential pitfalls, and how marketing can sell sub-par parts in this climate. We also talk about the potential for U.S. companies to leapfrog ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Caleb Jacobs from The Drive chats with us today about his invitation from Ram to drive the 2025 Cummins! We cover its grueling test in the desert, trim levels, and more. We also discuss new EPA deregulation and what it could mean, plus tariff impacts on new vehicles and the aftermarket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lenny Reed from Dynomite Diesel gives his opinion on what EPA deregulation means for aftermarket parts, evolution of injector technology, and his opinion on tariffs. Is the auto industry in for a bumpy ride? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices