The Duramax is a great diesel, but it does have its shortcomings, and the air leak-prone fuel filter assembly is one of them.

Fuel Filter Fix: Rebuilding A Leaky Duramax Head

A common problem with high-mileage 2001-2010 Duramax trucks is that the fuel filter head assembly begins to develop air leaks. The engine’s CP3 high-pressure fuel […]

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF): The Downsides of Misuse

Back in the September 2014 issue of Diesel World we talked about diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), which is used as an exhaust treatment in modern […]

2015 Ford F150: Our Aluminum Future?

I recently got a chance to drive the new 2015 Ford F150. For those who haven’t heard, the big news for Ford’s half-ton is that […]
Javier Gomez's 2015 GMC Sierra Denali with a CST 8-10-inch lift kit, KMC XD-series wheels, and Nitta Terra Grappler tires.

CST Kit: Lifting a 2015 GMC

When Javier Gomez bought a loaded 2015 GMC Sierra Denali to use as a shop truck for his business—Gomez Custom Wheels & Tires in Fontana, […]
Here's Lindenberg and his triple-turbo Ford in action on the track at the 2014 Scheid Diesel Extravaganza.

Triple Turbo '09 Ford F-250 Super Duty

When most people think of a diesel pickup, the picture that often pops into their head is a fully loaded crew-cab 4×4. It isn’t often […]
Diesel Shootout

First Annual $30,000 Rocky Top Diesel Shootout

Diesel enthusiasts have a wealth of events they can attend, from huge events like the TS Diesel Outlaw Drag Race & Sled Pull and Scheid Diesel […]

Ford’s First Diesel Pickup Engine

It was the 1970s and people were reeling from the shock of gas prices that had tripled in just a few short years. The effect […]

New Products

CUMMINS CAT FILTER ADAPTOR WHAT IT IS: Sinister Diesel CAT Filter Adaptor for 2004½ – 2007 Dodge Cummins WHY YOU WANT IT: Caterpillar’s superior 2-micron […]

11.5 AAM Rear Axle: Best Aftermarket Products

Diesel trucks are built to handle a lot of abuse, but diesel enthusiasts like us tend to push way beyond the manufacturer’s intended performance levels. […]
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Ultimate Axle Build: Building A Super-Strong 9.25 AAM Front Axle for Your GM or Dodge (Part 2)

The independent front suspension system and 9.25-inch AAM axle delivered in 2001-2010 GM trucks is great at providing a smooth ride on the road, but […]
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Randall’s Performance: Modified 2015 Silverado

Brian Randall — owner of Randall’s Performance in Gladstone, Illinois — wanted to put together a demo truck for his shop to show off the […]

West's 2008 Chevy: Orange Crush

Jeff and Sara West of Whitmore, California, pulled into Love Chevrolet in Monterey back in April of 2008 looking for a truck. It wasn’t their […]

The Gun-Metal Gray Dually

When the zombies attacked in the film Resident Evil, one of the commandoes uttered a familiar phrase, “It’s time to lock and load.” While this […]
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Annual Utah Event Is A Staple of the Diesel Industry

Edge Product’s annual Weekend On The Edge (WOTE) event is one of the largest diesel events in the West, drawing enthusiasts from all over the […]

PowerBoard Kit: Bestop’s Retracting Running Boards

One of the drawbacks of having a lifted truck is the inconvenience of having to hoist yourself up into the cab every morning. Add to […]

Nitto Tire: The Two Newest Grappler Tires

When a tire manufacturer introduces a new tire, it’s a milestone event. The engineering, testing and development to produce a truly new and unique tire […]
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Alternate Firing Camshaft: Strengthening A Duramax

With nearly 15 years of production, the 6.6L Duramax V-8 found in GM trucks has proven itself to be a durable and dependable diesel. Throughout […]
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Southern Style: RPM Offroad 2014 Open House

The 2014 RPM Offroad Open House/Dyno Day got off to a soggy start with rain throughout the previous night and into the morning. Normally spring […]

Wastegate: Diesel Events Rule!

Over the past few months, I’ve gotten to see quite a range of performances, parts, and people that make up one of the most exciting […]
This museum piece is a 1960 Land Cruiser, replete with chrome wheel covers for its military mudders. It’s not the period photo the black-and-white suggests. This was taken in the parking lot at Toyota USA’s California headquarters sporting a “buckle up” license plate frame—the 1960 didn’t come with seatbelts.

Land Cruiser Diesel Pickup That Predates Domestics

Your boss may not appreciate you wandering about online while you should be working, but when you come across a diesel pickup Land Cruiser, you […]