The Diesel Podcast

Hot Shot’s Secret chats with us about a commonly overlooked part of maintenance - Spring cleanout. All Winter your diesel truck endured cold starts and increased idle time. What does that do to a fuel system? Does engine oil take a beating as well? We cover a Spring checklist to ensure your diesel truck doesn’t skip a beat. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and leave a comment below -------------------------------- Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel -------------------------------- *20% off HOT SHOT'S SECRET with code: DIESELPOD20* https://www.hotshotsecret.com/shop/ -------------------------------- *20% OFF KERSHAW KNIVES with code: 20TD8FR26* Discount code valid until April 30th, 2026 20% off your entire cart at Kershaw Knives with code: 20TD8FR26 FREE Shipping over $50 *Offer valid through 4/30/26 at 11:59 pm Pacific. Discount is applied before tax and shipping. The discount code must be added at the time of checkout, it cannot be added retroactively. The discount is off entire cart. No substitutes, backorders, or additional discounts can be applied.* https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ -------------------------------- ▶ Website: https://thedieselpodcast.com/ ▶ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2wZ0nES ▶ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Tj28Zs ▶ iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3h4smbl ▶ TikTok: https://bit.ly/4kJ9IDj ▶ Instagram: http://bit.ly/2rXUzXl ▶ Facebook: https://bit.ly/4nS588I -------------------------------- ▶ NEW Clothing! T-Shirts, Hoodies & More! https://thedieselpodcast.store/ -------------------------------- ➨ JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR -------------------------------- ➨ POWERED BY: DFC Diesel Amsoil Dan’s Diesel Performance Diesel Conversion Specialists Dirty Diesel Customs Dynomite Diesel Products ExpressVPN Fass Diesel Fuel Systems Fleece Performance Engineering Freedom Racing Engines Holder's Diesel Performance Hot Shot's Secret J&K Engines Kershaw Knives Merchant Automotive Power Hungry Performance Power Service: Diesel Fuel Additive PPEI Tuning Rugged Threads Co S&S Diesel Motorsport Stealth Performance Products Zero Tolerance Knives Podcast Cover Truck Instagram: @avvblanc -------------------------------- ➨ THANK YOU TO OUR PATREONS Co-Producer: Robert Holster SILVER TSW Diesel John Sword John Phillips Bob Jensen Mike S Tim Spurger Brian Fritzinger BRONZE D. Pennington J. Brewer ➨ BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast -------------------------------- ➨ Host: Patrick Ellis ➨ Executive Producer: Michelle McGeein
Spring Diesel Maintenance Most Truck Owners Forget
Kory Willis from PPEI discusses recent EPA/DOJ announcements and what government is doing for diesel regulations.
Staggering cost of DPF/EGR/DEF while owning a truck #dieselengine #diesel #racing
Dynomite Diesel just set a new benchmark for diesel performance. Owner Lenny Reed tells us about building the first diesel engine to hit 3000HP on fuel only, who helped with the build, and how anyone can replicate it! Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and leave a comment below -------------------------------- Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel -------------------------------- *20% off HOT SHOT'S SECRET with code: DIESELPOD20* https://www.hotshotsecret.com/shop/ -------------------------------- *20% OFF KERSHAW KNIVES with code: 20TD8FR26* Discount code valid until April 30th, 2026 20% off your entire cart at Kershaw Knives with code: 20TD8FR26 FREE Shipping over $50 *Offer valid through 4/30/26 at 11:59 pm Pacific. Discount is applied before tax and shipping. The discount code must be added at the time of checkout, it cannot be added retroactively. The discount is off entire cart. No substitutes, backorders, or additional discounts can be applied.* https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ -------------------------------- ▶ Website: https://thedieselpodcast.com/ ▶ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2wZ0nES ▶ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Tj28Zs ▶ iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3h4smbl ▶ TikTok: https://bit.ly/4kJ9IDj ▶ Instagram: http://bit.ly/2rXUzXl ▶ Facebook: https://bit.ly/4nS588I -------------------------------- ▶ NEW Clothing! T-Shirts, Hoodies & More! https://thedieselpodcast.store/ -------------------------------- ➨ JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR -------------------------------- ➨ POWERED BY: DFC Diesel Amsoil Dan’s Diesel Performance Diesel Conversion Specialists Dirty Diesel Customs Dynomite Diesel Products ExpressVPN Fass Diesel Fuel Systems Fleece Performance Engineering Freedom Racing Engines Hot Shot's Secret J&K Engines Kershaw Knives Merchant Automotive Power Hungry Performance Power Service: Diesel Fuel Additive PPEI Tuning Rugged Threads Co S&S Diesel Motorsport Stealth Performance Products Zero Tolerance Knives Podcast Cover Truck Instagram: @avvblanc -------------------------------- ➨ THANK YOU TO OUR PATREONS Co-Producer: Robert Holster SILVER TSW Diesel John Sword John Phillips Bob Jensen Mike S Tim Spurger Brian Fritzinger BRONZE D. Pennington J. Brewer ➨ BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast -------------------------------- ➨ Host: Patrick Ellis ➨ Executive Producer: Michelle McGeein
The First 3000HP Diesel on Fuel Only
J&K Engines tells us about their 6.3L Powerstroke engine and how it performs
This 6.0L engine dominates for towing and torque #powerstroke #ford #diesel
Power Service tells us about an overlooked part of diesel fuel maintenance, which can lead to costly repairs.
This could be lurking in your fuel tank #diesel #dieselengine #oil
J&K Engines tells us about their 6.3L Powerstroke build and why it’s a favorite for towing, performance and more. We also discuss misconceptions about building a Powerstroke and what the shop actually sees for failures. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and leave a comment below -------------------------------- Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel -------------------------------- *20% off HOT SHOT'S SECRET with code: DIESELPOD20* https://www.hotshotsecret.com/shop/ -------------------------------- *20% OFF KERSHAW KNIVES with code: 20TD8FR26* Discount code valid until April 30th, 2026 20% off your entire cart at Kershaw Knives with code: 20TD8FR26 FREE Shipping over $50 *Offer valid through 4/30/26 at 11:59 pm Pacific. Discount is applied before tax and shipping. The discount code must be added at the time of checkout, it cannot be added retroactively. The discount is off entire cart. No substitutes, backorders, or additional discounts can be applied.* https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ -------------------------------- ▶ Website: https://thedieselpodcast.com/ ▶ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2wZ0nES ▶ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Tj28Zs ▶ iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3h4smbl ▶ TikTok: https://bit.ly/4kJ9IDj ▶ Instagram: http://bit.ly/2rXUzXl ▶ Facebook: https://bit.ly/4nS588I ▶ Merch Store: https://ruggedthreadsco.com/ -------------------------------- ▶ NEW Clothing! T-Shirts, Hoodies & More! https://thedieselpodcast.store/ -------------------------------- ➨ JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR -------------------------------- ➨ POWERED BY: Amsoil Dan’s Diesel Performance DFC Diesel Dirty Diesel Customs Dynomite Diesel Products ExpressVPN Fass Diesel Fuel Systems Fleece Performance Engineering Freedom Racing Engines Hot Shot's Secret J&K Engines Kershaw Knives Merchant Automotive Power Hungry Performance Power Service: Diesel Fuel Additive PPEI Tuning Rugged Threads Co S&S Diesel Motorsport Stealth Performance Products Zero Tolerance Knives Podcast Cover Truck Instagram: @avvblanc -------------------------------- ➨ THANK YOU TO OUR PATREONS Co-Producer: Robert Holster SILVER TSW Diesel John Sword John Phillips Bob Jensen Mike S Tim Spurger Brian Fritzinger BRONZE D. Pennington J. Brewer ➨ BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast -------------------------------- ➨ Host: Patrick Ellis ➨ Executive Producer: Michelle McGeein
6.3L Stroker 6.0 Powerstroke: The Ultimate Tow Build?
S&S Diesel tells us about the major flaw with CP4 pumps and how the DCR conversion adds reliability
Why CP4’s fail on 6.7L Powerstrokes #dieselengine #powerstroke #racing
6.7L Powerstroke owners no longer have to be stuck with a CP4 and the expensive damage it can cause. S&S Diesel joins us today to talk about their DCR conversion and how it injects reliability into the 6.7L Powerstroke platform. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and leave a comment below -------------------------------- Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel -------------------------------- *20% off HOT SHOT'S SECRET with code: DIESELPOD20* https://www.hotshotsecret.com/shop/ -------------------------------- *20% OFF KERSHAW KNIVES with code: 20TD8FR26* Discount code valid until April 30th, 2026 20% off your entire cart at Kershaw Knives with code: 20TD8FR26 FREE Shipping over $50 *Offer valid through 4/30/26 at 11:59 pm Pacific. Discount is applied before tax and shipping. The discount code must be added at the time of checkout, it cannot be added retroactively. The discount is off entire cart. No substitutes, backorders, or additional discounts can be applied.* https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ -------------------------------- ▶ Website: https://thedieselpodcast.com/ ▶ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2wZ0nES ▶ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Tj28Zs ▶ iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3h4smbl ▶ TikTok: https://bit.ly/4kJ9IDj ▶ Instagram: http://bit.ly/2rXUzXl ▶ Facebook: https://bit.ly/4nS588I ▶ Merch Store: https://ruggedthreadsco.com/ -------------------------------- ▶ NEW Clothing! T-Shirts, Hoodies & More! https://thedieselpodcast.store/ -------------------------------- ➨ JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR -------------------------------- ➨ POWERED BY: Amsoil Dan’s Diesel Performance DFC Diesel Dirty Diesel Customs Dynomite Diesel Products ExpressVPN Fass Diesel Fuel Systems Fleece Performance Engineering Freedom Racing Engines Hot Shot's Secret J&K Engines Kershaw Knives Merchant Automotive Power Hungry Performance Power Service: Diesel Fuel Additive PPEI Tuning Rugged Threads Co S&S Diesel Motorsport Stealth Performance Products Zero Tolerance Knives Podcast Cover Truck Instagram: @avvblanc -------------------------------- ➨ THANK YOU TO OUR PATREONS Co-Producer: Robert Holster SILVER TSW Diesel John Sword John Phillips Bob Jensen Mike S Tim Spurger Brian Fritzinger BRONZE D. Pennington J. Brewer ➨ BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast -------------------------------- ➨ Host: Patrick Ellis ➨ Executive Producer: Michelle McGeein
The Real Cost of CP4 Failure... & Why Owners Are Switching to the DCR Pump
What happens when classic American iron meets diesel torque? I sat down with the vehicle’s owner and builder and talked about the reason behind the build. We go over the biggest challenges, why a Cummins made sense for the engine swap, and how it performs in the real world! Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and leave a comment below -------------------------------- Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel -------------------------------- *20% off HOT SHOT'S SECRET with code: DIESELPOD20* https://www.hotshotsecret.com/shop/ -------------------------------- *20% OFF KERSHAW KNIVES with code: 20TD8FR26* Discount code valid until April 30th, 2026 20% off your entire cart at Kershaw Knives with code: 20TD8FR26 FREE Shipping over $50 *Offer valid through 4/30/26 at 11:59 pm Pacific. Discount is applied before tax and shipping. The discount code must be added at the time of checkout, it cannot be added retroactively. The discount is off entire cart. No substitutes, backorders, or additional discounts can be applied.* https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ -------------------------------- ▶ Website: https://thedieselpodcast.com/ ▶ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2wZ0nES ▶ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Tj28Zs ▶ iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3h4smbl ▶ TikTok: https://bit.ly/4kJ9IDj ▶ Instagram: http://bit.ly/2rXUzXl ▶ Facebook: https://bit.ly/4nS588I ▶ Merch Store: https://ruggedthreadsco.com/ -------------------------------- ▶ NEW Clothing! T-Shirts, Hoodies & More! https://thedieselpodcast.store/ -------------------------------- ➨ JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR -------------------------------- ➨ POWERED BY: Amsoil Dan’s Diesel Performance DFC Diesel Dirty Diesel Customs Dynomite Diesel Products ExpressVPN Fass Diesel Fuel Systems Fleece Performance Engineering Freedom Racing Engines Hot Shot's Secret J&K Engines Kershaw Knives Merchant Automotive Power Hungry Performance Power Service: Diesel Fuel Additive PPEI Tuning Rugged Threads Co Stealth Performance Products Zero Tolerance Knives Podcast Cover Truck Instagram: @avvblanc -------------------------------- ➨ THANK YOU TO OUR PATREONS Co-Producer: Robert Holster SILVER TSW Diesel John Sword John Phillips Bob Jensen Mike S Tim Spurger Brian Fritzinger BRONZE D. Pennington J. Brewer ➨ BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast -------------------------------- ➨ Host: Patrick Ellis ➨ Executive Producer: Michelle McGeein
He Cummins-Swapped a 1977 Chevy Suburban - Here’s Why
Power Service joins us today to talk about a major problem that gets overlooked - bacteria and fungus growth in fuel tanks. We discuss why it happens, what can happen to the fuel system, how to stop it and prevent it from happening again. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and leave a comment below -------------------------------- Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel -------------------------------- *20% off HOT SHOT'S SECRET with code: DIESELPOD20* https://www.hotshotsecret.com/shop/ -------------------------------- *20% OFF KERSHAW KNIVES with code: 20TD8FR26* Discount code valid until April 30th, 2026 20% off your entire cart at Kershaw Knives with code: 20TD8FR26 FREE Shipping over $50 *Offer valid through 4/30/26 at 11:59 pm Pacific. Discount is applied before tax and shipping. The discount code must be added at the time of checkout, it cannot be added retroactively. The discount is off entire cart. No substitutes, backorders, or additional discounts can be applied.* https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ -------------------------------- ▶ Website: https://thedieselpodcast.com/ ▶ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2wZ0nES ▶ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Tj28Zs ▶ iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3h4smbl ▶ TikTok: https://bit.ly/4kJ9IDj ▶ Instagram: http://bit.ly/2rXUzXl ▶ Facebook: https://bit.ly/4nS588I ▶ Merch Store: https://ruggedthreadsco.com/ -------------------------------- ▶ NEW Clothing! T-Shirts, Hoodies & More! https://thedieselpodcast.store/ -------------------------------- ➨ JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR -------------------------------- ➨ POWERED BY: Amsoil Dan’s Diesel Performance DFC Diesel Dirty Diesel Customs Dynomite Diesel Products ExpressVPN Fass Diesel Fuel Systems Fleece Performance Engineering Freedom Racing Engines Hot Shot's Secret J&K Engines Kershaw Knives Merchant Automotive Power Hungry Performance Power Service: Diesel Fuel Additive PPEI Tuning Rugged Threads Co Stealth Performance Products Zero Tolerance Knives Podcast Cover Truck Instagram: @avvblanc -------------------------------- ➨ THANK YOU TO OUR PATREONS Co-Producer: Robert Holster SILVER TSW Diesel John Sword John Phillips Bob Jensen Mike S Tim Spurger Brian Fritzinger BRONZE D. Pennington J. Brewer ➨ BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast -------------------------------- ➨ Host: Patrick Ellis ➨ Executive Producer: Michelle McGeein
The Fuel Problem Nobody Warns You About
Diesel isn’t dying by accident. It is being shaped by policy, perception, and who actually shows up to fight for it. Kory Willis chats with us about where diesel is headed and why truck owners can’t afford to sit on the sidelines anymore. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and leave a comment below -------------------------------- Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel -------------------------------- *20% off HOT SHOT'S SECRET with code: DIESELPOD20* https://www.hotshotsecret.com/shop/ -------------------------------- *20% OFF KERSHAW KNIVES with code: 20TD8FR26* Discount code valid until April 30th, 2026 20% off your entire cart at Kershaw Knives with code: 20TD8FR26 FREE Shipping over $50 *Offer valid through 4/30/26 at 11:59 pm Pacific. Discount is applied before tax and shipping. The discount code must be added at the time of checkout, it cannot be added retroactively. The discount is off entire cart. No substitutes, backorders, or additional discounts can be applied.* https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ -------------------------------- ▶ Website: https://thedieselpodcast.com/ ▶ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2wZ0nES ▶ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Tj28Zs ▶ iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3h4smbl ▶ TikTok: https://bit.ly/4kJ9IDj ▶ Instagram: http://bit.ly/2rXUzXl ▶ Facebook: https://bit.ly/4nS588I ▶ Merch Store: https://ruggedthreadsco.com/ -------------------------------- ▶ NEW Clothing! T-Shirts, Hoodies & More! https://thedieselpodcast.store/ -------------------------------- ➨ JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR -------------------------------- ➨ POWERED BY: Amsoil Dan’s Diesel Performance DFC Diesel Dirty Diesel Customs Dynomite Diesel Products ExpressVPN Fass Diesel Fuel Systems Fleece Performance Engineering Freedom Racing Engines Hot Shot's Secret J&K Engines Kershaw Knives Merchant Automotive Power Hungry Performance Power Service: Diesel Fuel Additive PPEI Tuning Rugged Threads Co Stealth Performance Products Zero Tolerance Knives Podcast Cover Truck Instagram: @avvblanc -------------------------------- ➨ THANK YOU TO OUR PATREONS Co-Producer: Robert Holster SILVER TSW Diesel John Sword John Phillips Bob Jensen Mike S Tim Spurger Brian Fritzinger BRONZE D. Pennington J. Brewer ➨ BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast -------------------------------- ➨ Host: Patrick Ellis ➨ Executive Producer: Michelle McGeein
The Future of Diesel is at Risk - All Truck Owners Must Do This!!!
L5P’s are incredibly popular for towing, performance, and being workhorses. We asked a diesel shop owner (and owner of the world’s most powerful Duramax) for key recipes to add safe power. Turbo, fueling, transmission, intake, and more are all covered in this episode! Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and leave a comment below -------------------------------- Protect your privacy with ExpressVPN: Get 4 extra months FREE! Go to: https://www.expressvpn.com/diesel -------------------------------- *20% off HOT SHOT'S SECRET with code: DIESELPOD20* https://www.hotshotsecret.com/shop/ -------------------------------- *20% OFF KERSHAW KNIVES with code: 20TD8FR26* Discount code valid until April 30th, 2026 20% off your entire cart at Kershaw Knives with code: 20TD8FR26 FREE Shipping over $50 *Offer valid through 4/30/26 at 11:59 pm Pacific. Discount is applied before tax and shipping. The discount code must be added at the time of checkout, it cannot be added retroactively. The discount is off entire cart. No substitutes, backorders, or additional discounts can be applied.* https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/ -------------------------------- ▶ Website: https://thedieselpodcast.com/ ▶ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2wZ0nES ▶ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Tj28Zs ▶ iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3h4smbl ▶ TikTok: https://bit.ly/4kJ9IDj ▶ Instagram: http://bit.ly/2rXUzXl ▶ Facebook: https://bit.ly/4nS588I ▶ Merch Store: https://ruggedthreadsco.com/ -------------------------------- ▶ NEW Clothing! T-Shirts, Hoodies & More! https://thedieselpodcast.store/ -------------------------------- ➨ JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR -------------------------------- ➨ POWERED BY: Amsoil Dan’s Diesel Performance DFC Diesel Dirty Diesel Customs Dynomite Diesel Products ExpressVPN Fass Diesel Fuel Systems Fleece Performance Engineering Freedom Racing Engines Hot Shot's Secret J&K Engines Kershaw Knives Merchant Automotive Power Hungry Performance Power Service: Diesel Fuel Additive PPEI Tuning Rugged Threads Co Stealth Performance Products Zero Tolerance Knives Podcast Cover Truck Instagram: @avvblanc -------------------------------- ➨ THANK YOU TO OUR PATREONS Co-Producer: Robert Holster SILVER TSW Diesel John Sword John Phillips Bob Jensen Mike S Tim Spurger Brian Fritzinger BRONZE D. Pennington J. Brewer ➨ BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast -------------------------------- ➨ Host: Patrick Ellis ➨ Executive Producer: Michelle McGeein
How to Add Horsepower to an L5P Duramax Without Hurting Towing
Subscribe
Web Campaign