The Diesel Podcast

Dieselmatic joins us today for a first on the podcast! Nick from Dieselmatic and I chat with Will from Burnt Out Diesel Performance and review his shop’s online presence. We go over his Google reviews, social media, website and offer tips ANY business owner can take advantage of. If you normally listen on podcast apps, you need to watch this on YouTube for the screenshare. Search “The Diesel Podcast” and we are the one with 20,000+ subscribers. ➨ 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

KC Turbos is back on the podcast! Jason joins us to talk about UCC, challenges that popped up with the truck and aiming for 2000HP. He also tells us about a special customer they have. He’s a veteran that came across some challenges recently and KC Turbos, along with other companies, came together to build this customer’s dream race truck. If you’d like to help, please visit the link below for more info! https://www.gofundme.com/f/jade-gullion-veteran-k9-trainer-cancer-fighter?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer !!!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

Cass joins us today to talk about their new location! Choate Engineering Performance just moved into a huge facility that’s going to allow more engines, parts and trucks to be serviced. A podcast listener requested this episode and wanted to know, what was the move like? What challenges come along with business growth? Give a listen! Looking to be more involved in the podcast, want to chat with us directly, hear episodes first and more? Join our Discord server, link is below! !!!JOIN OUR NEW DISCORD SERVER!!! https://discord.gg/CXaxFHkQmR Discord server code: CXaxFHkQmR BECOME A PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/thedieselpodcast

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

Transgo joins us today to talk about 68RFE valve bodies! We’ve seen their tuneless valve body kit and wanted to learn how it works, driving impressions and benefits. Give a listen as we talk with a leader in powertrain components and how they approached 68RFE valve body issues! 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