The Diesel Podcast

We use our diesel trucks for hauling, camping, hiking, at the job site and other places that demand a heavy-duty truck. Our gear should demand the same. Dominic from Kershaw Knives joins us today to talk about something we use everyday - knives. We ask him about Kershaw’s history, quality, blade materials, tips for buying, audience questions and what’s new for 2022! https://kershaw.brandlive.com/product-release-2022/en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We love hearing stories from our listeners and this one inspired the heck out of us! Daniel Green is a podcast listener and reached out with his story. How many of us dream of pursuing our passion and jumping right in? Daniel details the decision, truck, challenges and who helped along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are excited to have Shell on today’s podcast! Karin from Shell joins us to talk about the Rotella line, answer your questions and tell us what goes into creating an industry-leading product for trucks, equipment, etc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lenny Reed from Dynomite Diesel chats with us on today’s episode! A 6.0L listener told us how his DDP injectors made a huge difference in cold starts. We ask Lenny why, and also what can be done to make Duramax and Cummins trucks run smoother. Even if your truck is brand new, you’ll be surprised at the answer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The aftermarket has changed massively for DPF-equipped trucks. We chat with Nick Priegnitz, owner of Calibrated Power, about tuning new trucks. Does a tuned emission-compliant truck lose durability? Is CARB testing needed to sell tunes? How tunable are the 10 speed automatics from Ford and GM? Nick answers these questions and tons more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark from Amsoil joins us today to talk about transmission fluid! What limitations does factory fluid have? Should you make a switch - even with a built transmission? What about manual transmission fluid for the NV4500, NV5600 and G-56? Give a listen as we run down what you need to know about protecting your transmission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We always love chatting with Josh and seeing what he’s up to. A Diesel Podcast Discord member requested we talk with him about winning the All Truck Challenge. They also wanted to know what it’s like building a race truck with supply chain issues and how it came together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We love seeing what you guys are working on! A member of our Discord server posted up his super cool 1st Gen running a 5.9L Common Rail. Today, he tells us where the idea came from, how the swap went and his future plans for the truck! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode comes from a podcast listener and we couldn’t pass up talking towing! Grant has a 5th Gen Cummins and we wanted to talk about how this truck compares to his 2nd/3rd Gen trucks, things he likes, doesn’t like, and more. He also tells us what he’s jealous of in the new Ford Powerstroke trucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amsoil joins us today to talk about gear oil for Cummins, Duramax and Powerstroke trucks. Should you stick with the factory gear oil weight? What happens if you change the weight? We ask a ton of questions from our audience - don’t miss the answers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lenny Reed from Dynomite Diesel Products joins us on today’s show! He’s told us before about his custom injector request forms. We wanted to know the worst examples he’s gotten. He didn’t disappoint and printed some off for us to talk about on-air! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James reached out to us with a tough decision he’s facing - keep his 2nd Gen 12V or Ford OBS 7.3. We chat with him about how he uses the trucks, vehicle history, upgrades and more. James is looking for opinions to help him make a decision. Comment below which one you’d keep, which one you’d sell and why! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle from Hot Shot’s Secret joins us today to talk oil! He breaks down conventional vs synthetic, extended oil change intervals, additives, detergents and even race oil. What oil should you run in your truck? Is synthetic really synthetic? Why is an oil analysis important? It’s all on this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trent Owens joins us today to talk about his Cummins obsession! You may know him from Instagram or YouTube - on this episode he tells us about his three trucks. He’s built them from a daily driver to a 7.70, 6.70 and 5.90 setup - all the way to his newest regular cab. If you love 5.9L Cummins trucks, you gotta hear this episode. ➨ JOIN OUR NEW DISCORD SERVER https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR ➨ BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zack hosts EV-Resource, a podcast and website focusing on electric vehicles, news, models and trends. He joins me today to talk about EV’s growth, planned expansion into transportation and to answer questions from our Discord members. Will diesel pickups become like Model T’s with antique license plates? Can our power grid handle mass EV ownership? Or, is there a middle ground for different energy sources in the future? Click play and listen as we discuss this hot button topic! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Turba Tom is on today’s podcast! If you’re a Cummins fan, you have definitely seen his truck on YouTube, social media, UCC and race tracks across the U.S. We wanted to ask Tom about his passion for this truck, how he’s built it himself and also questions from our audience. Why does he have a Powerstroke for a tow rig? Do you need sponsors to compete at the track? Give a listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin from JH Diesel and 4x4 joins us today to talk about what happened following contact with the EPA. We appreciate him being willing to talk with us publicly about it, discuss the future of his shop and the direction motorsports is headed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s becoming crucial to have product testing to show emission compliance. But where do you start if you want to offer a product for sale? Should you start with CARB or EPA testing? Or both? What if you don’t have the test equipment or experience? Peter from SEMA tells us what they do to help companies get compliance. Everything from strategy, testing and more is on tap for this episode! ➨ JOIN OUR NEW DISCORD SERVER https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR ➨ BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode was suggested by one of our listeners and it’s a first for the podcast - VP44 tuning. TJ Frey owns 1BadVP44 Performance and answers listener questions on tuning, power potential, drivability, tuning for elevation and a lot more! For our Patreon subscribers, login to hear an exclusive clip about making a VP44 reliable and solving MAP sensor issues. If you’re not a Patreon subscriber, click the link below! JOIN OUR NEW DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode comes from a podcast listener! Blake sent us a message with his project truck and we fell in love with it. He has a ½ ton GM truck that has a Duramax/Allison swap and is built to tear up the track. Blake tells us how the project was thought of, the process of swapping the engine/transmission and which companies helped with the build. Give a listen! ➨ JOIN OUR NEW DISCORD SERVER https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR ➨ BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode comes from a podcast listener! Mike lives in France and tells us about his passion for Cummins trucks, tons he’s owned, and how he gets parts shipped in to restore them. If you think Cummins fans are only in North America, check out this episode! !!!JOIN OUR NEW DISCORD SERVER!!! https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who doesn’t love a low-mileage pre-2007 diesel truck? Gateway Car Connection is our guest today to talk about the trucks they sell. All have low mileage, are meticulously inspected and maintenanced before being sold, and they are diesel truck guys. Special shoutout to our Gold Patreon member Wrights Diesel Services! If you’re looking to connect with the podcast, support and help us grow, join our Patreon for as low as $3 a month. Link below! !!!JOIN OUR NEW DISCORD SERVER!!! https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you joined The Diesel Podcast Discord Server? If not, click the link in the description to chat with us, sponsors and other podcast fans! One of our Discord members asked about a 600HP recipe for his 2nd Gen Ram, Christian Roth of BD Diesel gives some tips on how to do it reliably. We also ask him about BD’s Duramax parts, their dealer network and why it’s important, plus SEMA 2021! !!!JOIN OUR NEW DISCORD SERVER!!! https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode has been on our mind a while - why aren’t we seeing emission-equipped trucks race? Why is all the attention on pre-2007 trucks that have been doing it for 10, 15 or 20 years? Sara from King of the Street Challenge is joining us today to talk about this very issue. She tells us her perspective on it and why KOS is showcasing emission-equipped diesel racing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode combines two awesome things, diesel trucks and coffee! I’m joined by the founders of Dead Pedal Coffee to talk about their passion for coffee, how they made it a business and their grandfather’s diesel truck turning them into diesel enthusiasts. Also, there’s an exclusive discount code they give for 10% off your coffee order! JOIN OUR DISCORD! https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR CODE: CXaxFHkQmR !!!YOUR NAME HERE!!! Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A podcast fan emailed us and asked for some guidance before he starts a diesel shop. His question was, “What’s a roadmap for my first year in business?” Ryan Gelinas from R&R Brand Management joins us today to answer that question. He’s not only built multiple businesses himself, he also works closely with shop owners across North America. Is hiring a spouse a bad idea? How do you avoid burnout while cash is tight? What can you do to educate yourself before signing for a loan? !!!JOIN OUR NEW DISCORD SERVER!!! Discord Code: CXaxFHkQmR Become a Patreon: patreon.com/thedieselpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

@CumminsGal is on the show today to update us on her build! On our first episode, she told us about finding this 5.9L CR and fixing cosmetic issues. She had big plans for power - today she tells us what’s new for turbo(s), transmission and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James listens to The Diesel Podcast and messaged us about his 6.7L Cummins truck build. On today’s episode, we chat with him about why he chose Cummins, his goal for power and what he’s done to buy truck parts. James came up with a great plan to earn extra money and buy the parts he wanted! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, we catch up with Lenny Reed from Dynomite Diesel Products about injector technology. He’s been at hard work with machines, programming and testing to produce the most refined injectors the aftermarket has offered. Give a listen as we talk truck parts and how Lenny finds talented people to work at DDP! If you’ve wanted a career in diesel, don’t miss Lenny’s tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode is with Wendy K - The Oil Lady! Wendy tells us how she found her passion in the oil industry, networking in the field and products that keep her fleet customers up and running. This episode has tons of great tips if you’re looking to get into a career you love. Make sure and give Wendy a follow on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube for more info! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we chat with a guest who has not one, but two OBS Powerstrokes! Each is built for a different purpose. Dylan tells us about his regular cab race truck and another he uses for towing. Don’t miss these mint trucks and what fuels Dylan’s passion for them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jay Gagnon from BlueDEF joins us today to answer your questions! We received some great ones on our Instagram story and ask them in this episode. Can you make your own DEF? What is BlueDEF Platinum? Does DEF make modern pickup trucks MORE reliable? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When we put out the call for Ford OBS owners, our guest today was one of the most recommended! Brandon is the host of The 73 Garage on YouTube and has a stunning truck. He joins us today to talk about his passion for the 7.3L, how he customized the truck with details enthusiasts will appreciate and starting a YouTube channel. Give a listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh McCormack joins us again on the podcast! He was on 3 years ago telling us about his 12V budget build for UCC and he’s been on quite the journey since. Today, he talks about moving to Utah and working for Power Driven Diesel, the emission on vs off debate, his UCC build and some major life hurdles he’s overcome. We also get a walk-around of the UCC truck with some serious eye candy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A podcast listener messaged us with pictures and details on his Ford OBS - you guys gotta hear about it! The truck has been in the family since new and the owner did a complete restoration and Cummins swap (actually two). Listen as we talk about the truck, going from a 12V to 5.9 common rail and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stewart Cables joins us again on the podcast! We gathered your questions about the RPM Act, diesel racing, delete fines, making parts for racing and more. Give a listen as Stewart explains what the EPA is enforcing, how they are doing it and what companies and enthusiasts can face moving forward. If you have specific questions, feel free to reach out directly to Stewart at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode comes directly from a group of our listeners! We chat about this 1958 Chevy and the process of getting a 12V Cummins between the fenders. There were also some challenges with the NV4500, suspension and brakes. You’ve got to check out this episode if you love custom builds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan’s Diesel Performance is on today’s episode! Dan and Ty join us to talk about Duramax, Powerstroke and Cummins options for drop-in performance. They give us a sneak peak on new turbos being released, what they’ve been up to at the shop and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Larry from BMF Wheels chats with us today about one of the first upgrades we all do - wheels! We ask Larry about BMF, their approach to wheel design, questions people call in about and more. If you’re looking to ditch the stock wheels on your truck, give a listen as we go through options on ¾ and 1 ton trucks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle from Hot Shot’s Secret joins the show today to talk diesel fuel. We wanted to know how bad is the fuel right from the pump? Is there a big difference from station to station and how can we protect our fuel systems? Give a listen as Hot Shot’s Secret gives the answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luke from S&S joins us today to talk about CP4 upgrades, CP3 swaps, EO tested products and how they approach solutions for daily driven diesel trucks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dorian Reyna, owner of Power Stroke Enginuities, joins us today to talk about Ford trucks! We ask him about common issues on the 6.7L’s, fixes for fuel system damage, poor fuel quality and more. Dorian also tells us about his work with 22Kill, an organization dedicated to suicide prevention in the veteran and first responder communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It doesn’t get any better than talking about diesel trucks, the outdoors and the toughest goaltenders to face! Brendan Morrison joins us to talk about his career in the NHL, hosting Reel West Coast, his passion for fishing, adventures in the outdoors and more. Brendan uses a Ram Cummins to tow his boat and talks about upgrades to help him reach fishing locations and tips for catching world-class fish! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Diesel Podcast listener reached out to us with a cool build we wanted to share with everyone! Cody Scott had a single cab 12V Ram and when a 2002 project truck came along, he jumped right in. We ask Cody about building the engine himself, swapping over the NV4500, getting the gauge cluster to work and more. If you like building things yourself, you need to check out this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a huge topic and one evening we caught up with Lenny Reed from Dynomite Diesel Products about it. Are smokey trucks on the street fueling the push for electric trucks? Lenny shares his thoughts on diesel smoke, energy and ways to change the perception diesel is dirty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The diesel community recently lost Steven Ciaburri of Proformance Diesel. On this episode, we talk with General Manager Dylan Fox about Steven’s passion for making us love our trucks more and the future of Proformance Diesel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode comes to us from one of our followers on Instagram! Craig messaged us with his 1964 F100 with a 1997 7.3L Powerstroke engine swap. Craig goes into detail about swapping the chassis, fitting the engine, custom wiring harness and other one-of-a-kind features. If you’re looking to swap a 7.3L Powerstroke, check out this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff from Stealth Performance Products chats with us today about plug and play power! We asked what goes into their modules for usable power, how it helps towing and daily driving and new platforms they are working on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we chat with Solomon Lunger, host of the F100 Talk Podcast and founder of @TheFordEra on Instagram! He tells us about his 12V Cummins swapped F100, plans for making it the ultimate daily driver and his passion for Ford trucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lenny Reed, owner of Dynomite Diesel Products, caught up with us today about Chuckles Garage and their Pikes Peak record! Lenny tells us about the Dynomite Diesel injectors fueling the truck, building more power with less smoke on race trucks, injector hole design & much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices