The Diesel Podcast

We chat with a diesel shop about what common mistakes land Cummins trucks in their shop. Is it adding power? Maintenance? User error? This episode covers 1994 to current trucks and offers some tips to avoid failures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dennis Schroeder, of Strictly Diesel and Driven Diesel Performance, gives us an in-depth look into his companies, products, and more. We talk about his start in the very early days of diesel performance, leaving his day job to expand the company, building Strictly Diesel and manufacturing products to fix common truck issues. He also announces a major update for products with CARB EO’s that can now ship to California! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh from W.O.T Motorsports joins us to talk about the final week of prep for UCC! He walks us through the upgrades done to his Cummins, strategy for the event, and balancing racing with work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A listener reached out to us with a build we haven’t seen before - and we love talking about unique setups. We go over the beginning of the truck build, how it progressed and the race to be ready for UCC! Will his truck be the first of its kind in the 9’s? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amsoil joins us today to talk about fuel treatment and diesel fuel. During the conversation we were surprised to learn something about it, and how it can wreak havoc on trucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A listener sent us a video that’s been going around showing a new 6.7L Powerstroke with no DPF from the factory. We asked him if he’d like to share his thoughts on it, and today he chats with us! What do you think about brand new trucks with no emissions for export or government use? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all want to protect our trucks, and one of the best ways is to ensure quality fuel is always on tap. Howes Products joins us today to talk about year round fuel treatment, why it is so crucial for old and new trucks, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We chat with Derek Rose from DNR Customs about partnerships in racing, business and other areas. Not all partners turn out to work well, others become like family. Derek tells his story from the beginning all the way to reaching the highest levels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The guys at Dmax Store join us today to talk LB7-L5P! We go through each year range and highlight common problems, fixes, and how to keep the trucks on the road. We cover injectors, headgaskets, suspension, and even new issues just showing up on the L5P’s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A listener messaged us with questions about a fuel issue on his 6.7L Powerstroke. Lenny from Dynomite Diesel joins us to answer, and during the discussion, we get into one part of regular maintenance that can wreak havoc on a fuel system. 20% off Kershaw Knives with code: 23DIESEL20 Valid through 9/1/23 Free shipping on orders over $100. https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This build caught our attention and we had to chat with Dustin Sterling of Sterling Diesel Performance. He has a custom built C10 with a 7.1L Duramax Stroker and a set of Garrett twin turbos. He walks us through the body, chassis, engine, 48RE swap, turbo setup, fueling and if you follow us on YouTube, a walkaround of the truck! 20% off Kershaw Knives with code: 23DIESEL20 Valid through 9/1/23 Free shipping on orders over $100. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are 3 common failures on transmissions - especially with Allisons - and how can you avoid & fix them? Dan’s Diesel Performance talks about failures, remedies, and how to make your 5 or 6-speed hold up long-term! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We love unique builds and this one is right up there! Tommy Hassler from Hassler Diesel joins us to talk about his 7.3L Powerstroke pulling truck. He tells us about doing a common rail swap, how it performed, and its current setup with a p-pump. Is 3000HP in its future this year? Give a listen as Tommy walks us through this one-of-a-kind build! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gen-Y Hitch joins us today to talk hitches! They have a new promotion to ditch your old hitch, save money on a new one from Gen-Y, and be entered to win some cash. We wanted to learn more about it and see what else Gen-Y Hitch has cooking for trucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who doesn’t want an 11 second daily driver? How streetable is it? Is it expensive? Today’s guest tells us about which truck he chose, the upgrades to break into the 11’s and his plan to get into the 9’s. 20% off Kershaw Knives with code: 23DIESEL20 Valid through 9/1/23 Free shipping on orders over $100. https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are a lot of upgrades to help trucks perform better. At the top of the list is a turbo - whether it’s for lowering EGT’s, making power or spooling quicker. Smeding Diesel joins us today to talk about Cummins, Duramax and Powerstroke kits for drop-in performance. And they don’t break the bank! 20% off Kershaw Knives with code: 23DIESEL20 Valid through 9/1/23 Free shipping on orders over $100. https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dusty from 1023 Diesel joins us on today’s podcast! He owns 1023 Diesel and hosts a diesel podcast. We go over 7.3 power recipes, tuning roadblocks and the top mistake people make when modifying their trucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A podcast fan reached out to us and wanted to share his story about starting a diesel shop. He overcame some tough challenges and gives tips for younger diesel enthusiasts looking to work on trucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vinny Himes was opinionated on the best and worst Powerstroke, Duramax, and Cummins years. There were some spirited comments disagreeing with him. Today, he replies to them and explains his perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Johnny from Stainless Diesel joins us from the pits before the first race of the season! He walks us through the car, engine, new additions, and gives us a walk around of it! 20% off Kershaw Knives with code: 20DIESEL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices