History of the venerable 5.9L Cummins

How The 5.9L Cummins Changed The Diesel Pickup Segment Forever

It’s the mid-1980s and you’re on the hunt for a new-ton or larger truck… The only manufacturers offering diesel are Ford and GM—and while they’re torquey, the indirect injection, non-turbo power plants don’t quite keep pace with the larger gas engine offerings of the day. Although the idea of getting double the mileage of big-block appeals to you, the thought of being passed by anything and everything with a trailer behind you is a deal-breaker.

Keep reading: https://www.dieselworldmag.com/diesel-engines/the-5-9l-cummins-changed-the-diesel-pickup-segment-forever/