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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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…
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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…
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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/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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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/adchoic…
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Transmission Upgrades Worth Every Penny
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1:03:05Suncoast 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…
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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/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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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/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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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/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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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…
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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 …
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Why Aren’t Deletes Legal Yet? Lawyer Q&A
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1:01:41A 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/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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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/adc…
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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.f…
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How Real Diesel Parts are Made in America
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1:01:59Fleece 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…
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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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These Upgrades Completely Change a Truck (and UTV)!
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57:21Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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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/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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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/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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Started Stock, Now it Scares Other Trucks!
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56:51A 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/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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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/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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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…
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EPA Rules Gone, Tariffs & 2025 Cummins Test Drive
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56:11Caleb 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…
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EPA Deregulation - What It Means for Parts
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1:01:10Lenny 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/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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We love stories about the pursuit of success and had a great conversation with Jimmy Henderson Motorsports. We discuss preparing for and competing at the highest level, team building, maintenance, and running several businesses while working towards a championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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5 Things Every Truck Owner Should Know
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1:04:42Hot Shot’s Secret works with a lot of shops, racers, and truck owners across the country. We chat with them about 5 things every truck owner should know, whether you just bought your first truck, or have owned them for decades. We talk about oil, additives, emissions systems, maintenance, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.…
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Edge Products has a new custom tuning option that saves money, can be added to existing monitors, and has partnered with industry-leading tuners to deliver it to your truck. We discuss which trucks are currently supported, ones that will be added soon, and the future of custom tuning made easy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a…
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Kat from Siskiyou Diesel Performance talks 6.7L Cummins with us today! Lifter issues, emission system woes, factory oil changes intervals, and other major problems (and fixes) are discussed for 5th Gen Ram trucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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Cummins fans are wondering how the 2025 model compares to previous years, and its competition from Ford and GM. Derek Rose from DNR Customs got his hands on a brand new truck, drove it with and without a trailer, got a feel for the new 8 speed, and tore into the engine. How does the RAM stack up with the new powertrain, injectors and glow plugs, li…
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Hot Shot’s Secret stops by to talk about the top myths of diesel fuel additives. We cover lubrication, cost, treat rate, cetane, old school products, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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We Couldn’t Believe Issues with This Truck
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1:06:46Siskiyou Diesel joins us to share trends they are seeing with the L5P and OEM failures. The list is extensive - and shocking. Give a listen as they walk us through each issue, if fixes exist, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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Duramax Problems Exposed! Expert Tells Us Fixes
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57:20Dmaxstore joins us today to discuss Duramax problems, from the L5P and LML, back to the LB7. Erik Miller, from their R&D department, and talks about new products, testing, and how to keep these trucks on the road. We also talk about their cool builds, ranging from a square body Duramax swap to the baby Duramax! Learn more about your ad choices. Vis…
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With trucks coming out of warranty, consistent problems are starting to show as a pattern. Kat from Siskiyou Diesel talks with us today about common failures popping up with the 6.7L Powerstroke. We discuss where they come from and simple fixes that can help avoid the expensive failures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice…
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Rislone chats with us today about ways we can protect against DEF crystallization, DPF’s clogging, and fuel issues from the pump. We also discuss new industries with emissions challenges and ways Rislone is approaching solutions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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This OEM Engine Part Will Break At 11,000 Miles?
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26:25Fleece Performance joins us today to talk about a needed fix on the 6.7L Powerstroke! The guys explain how the factory part fails (even within 11,000 miles), how they fixed it, plus other solutions to keep trucks on the road. From fuel fittings to electrical, we discuss quality options that fix the problem from the start. Learn more about your ad c…
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Dan’s Diesel Performance chats with us about one of the best upgrades for LB7-L5P trucks! We take a look at drop-in turbos and how they change response, EGT control, and fit into a strategy for power. We also ask them how L5P’s are holding up to power and their opinion of the 10 speed Allison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad…
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Despite a political change in D.C., there’s a massive internal combustion engine ban on the horizon. SEMA joins us today to talk about the small window to reverse course and how it will impact 40% of America. Contact Your Representatives! https://sema.quorum.us/campaign/110675/ Get Involved Now! https://www.semasan.com/ Learn more about your ad cho…
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Power Hungry Performance joins us for a talk about 7.3L Powerstrokes, tuning advancements, and their legendary reliability. We also talk about Summit 7.3 and it opening up for enthusiasts to attend and see all that’s available to keep their trucks on the road! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Reliable Powerstroke Builds + 6.3L Stroker
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45:47J&K Engines talks all things Powerstroke with us on today’s episode! From the 7.3 OBS to 6.7L - and the 6.3L stroker - they walk us through build options from towing and reliability, to all out performance. We also ask why some 6.7L’s have bearing failure that wipes out an engine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Lenny from Dynomite Diesel defines how performance has changed and why shops should embrace it. We also discuss what truck owners today want, how injectors can deliver reliability to old and new trucks, plus DDP injectors coming to new industries/engines! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Easy Hydrogen Add-On Jumps MPG That Much?
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47:22We chat with Central Valley HHO, Inc. and talk about their onboard hydrogen systems for increasing fuel economy, and as a mobile DPF cleaning solution. All diesel engines and applications are covered and we have an in-depth conversation about benefits, DPF life, applications, use, and tons more! Check out Central Valley HHO, Inc on Facebook: / cent…
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Power Hungry Performance joins us today to talk about an overlooked part of upgrading the 6.0L Powerstroke - FICM tuning. We go over why it’s important, how it brings together aftermarket injectors, drivability, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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Fuel Additive Benefits for Lubricity, Cetane & Injector Cleaner
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44:58How important is conditioning diesel fuel and what benefits does it provide? Rislone joins us today to talk about their Hy-Per Diesel Complete Fuel System Treatment. We discuss lubricity, cetane, and keeping the fuel system clean. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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If your EGT’s are creeping higher and higher, what can you do? Stainless Diesel chats with us about turbo upgrades, piping, manifolds, and boost leaks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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You guys asked for an episode about towing with a tuned truck - and any downsides to it. Edge Products joins us to talk about designing and testing tunes in the real world, safety features, and operating with safe parameters. We discuss the 6.7L Powerstroke, 6.7L Cummins and L5P! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Ram Nightmares! Common Problems & How to Fix Them!
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50:24Are 2nd Gen Rams a good buy in 2025? What if you own one and want to avoid issues that’ll down the truck? Stainless Diesel has owned and raced a 2nd Gen for years and shares with us their experiences. From the VP44 to cracks in the head, we cover everything in-between. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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There’s been a lot of talk about Executive Orders making deletes ok to buy, sell, and install. Lawyer Stewart Cables answers the question if the President can get rid of the Clean Air Act, EPA, and make deletes ok. We also ask why military vehicles come without emissions! Stewart D. Cables is a founding partner of Hassan + Cables. Stewart specializ…
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Stainless Diesel joins us to talk about wastegates and whether we need them, external vs internal, and what they actually do. We also talk about how they apply to pickup trucks, but also semi trucks and other applications! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Diesel Podcast
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Dan’s Diesel Performance talks with us today about drop-in turbos for new diesel trucks, including the L5P! We also ask some listener questions about choosing the right turbo, transmission upgrades to handle the increased power, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Can’t Believe This Took Out an Engine!
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1:02:55When an engine failure happens, it can sometimes come from the least likely of sources. Choate Engineering Performance joins us today to go over causes of engine failures that come from unlikely parts. Cummins, Duramax, or Powerstroke, you gotta see this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Taking a Turbo Shop from Startup to Leader
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48:15Johnny from Stainless Diesel chats with us today about starting Stainless Diesel, going from an idea, to a part-time gig, to a leader in diesel turbo technology. From racing on the weekends, to cutting edge VGT technology, we talk about the future of turbos and Stainless Diesel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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