Americas Diesel Podcast

Ep. 148 It's the little things...

Tyler kills flys while we talk about some of the little things that just seem to help a truck feel better. America's Diesel Podcast is sponsored by No limit Fabrication. No Limit Fabrication specializes in building all of their products right here in America, combined with top-tier craftsmanship and machining, expect nothing but the best from the team at No Limit Fabrication. America's Diesel Podcast is sponsored by FBomb Diesel Fuel Additive. Drop an F-Bomb on Bad Fuel Economy! Fuel Bom...

Ep. 147 The Basics Of Towing With Your Diesel

Ep. 146 Tyler's 2021 Ram 2500 Part 2 - PacBrake Airbag Install

Tyler has been using his truck just as it was meant to be used for nearly two months. Towing his trailer in stock form has been great, however, he is now adding a side-by-side to the mix. Time for some weight mitigation!

Ep. 145 Ben's Excursion Part 2 - Update and Plans

Now that most of the shake down is complete, it is time to figure out what the plans are for the Excursion. In this episode we cover whats been handled thus far, and what the suspension and performance plans are.

America's Diesel Podcast | Ep. 145 Ben's Excursion Part 2 - Update and Plans

Now that most of the shake down is complete, it is time to figure out what the plans are for the Excursion. In this episode we cover whats been handled thus far, and what the suspension and performance plans are.

America's Diesel Podcast | Ep. 144 I got 99 Problems, but a DPF ain't one.

There are SO MANY other things that can be an issue on newer trucks aside from the DPF. Hence the name of the episode.

Ep. 144 I got 99 Problems, but a DPF ain't one.

There are SO MANY other things that can be an issue on newer trucks aside from the DPF. Hence the name of the episode.

America's Diesel Podcast | Ep. 146 Tyler's 2021 Ram 2500 Part 2 - PacBrake Airbag Install

Tyler has been using his truck just as it was meant to be used for nearly two months. Towing his trailer in stock form has been great, however, he is now adding a side-by-side to the mix. Time for some weight mitigation!

Ep. 143 Cooper Rasmussen-American

This week we sit down with the Diesel Power Products GM, and all around diesel/offroad encyclopedia, Cooper. Trucks he's had, why they did what they did. Favorite thing about diesel. Predictions for diesel performance. Favorite food. Back story. America's Diesel Podcast is sponsored by No limit Fabrication. No Limit Fabrication specializes in building all of their products right here in America, combined with top-tier craftsmanship and machining, expect nothing but the best from the team a...

America's Diesel Podcast | Ep. 143 Cooper Rasmussen-American

This week we sit down with the Diesel Power Products GM, and all around diesel/offroad encyclopedia, Cooper. Trucks he's had, why they did what they did. Favorite thing about diesel. Predictions for diesel performance. Favorite food. Back story. America's Diesel Podcast is sponsored by No limit Fabrication. No Limit Fabrication specializes in building all of their products right here in America, combined with top-tier craftsmanship and machining, expect nothing but the best from the team a...

Ep. 142 Shop Talk #1 - FREEDOM LEVEL 1776%

Topics covered: Grand Dad's balls, Backing up trailers, Gearheads: Dying breed, Mindset: Fixing things, New Word: MANtality.

Ep. 141 Duramax IFS Steering

This one is for all you Duramax owners. We have been severely neglecting the GM platform. But hey, what can you expect from a Powerstroke guy and a Cummins guy talking about diesels? In this episode we go over the Independent Front Suspension (IFS) on the Duramax platform. America's Diesel Podcast is sponsored by FBomb Diesel Fuel Additive. Drop an F-Bomb on Bad Fuel Economy! Fuel Bomb’s F-Bomb Diesel Fuel Additive is a unique proprietary blend of chemicals to help your diesel run better...

Ep. 140 DPP Fleet Update

Ramule, gone. 2020 F350, Long John Silver. 2021 F450 BIG TOW PIG. 2021 Ram 2500, Tylers. 2001 Ford Excursion & 1997 F350, Ben's. 2005 LLY, Sands. 2012 Ram 2500, Mark's. America's Diesel Podcast is proudly sponsored by BD Diesel. As one of the originators of diesel performance BD Diesel has been around since the very beginning. Whether you have a Cummins, Duramax, or Powerstroke - BD has you covered. Quite literally, there are VERY few components that BD does not build for nearly every ligh...

Ep. 140 DPP Fleet Update

Ramule, gone. 2020 F350, Long John Silver. 2021 F450 BIG TOW PIG. 2021 Ram 2500, Tylers. 2001 Ford Excursion & 1997 F350, Ben's. 2005 LLY, Sands. 2012 Ram 2500, Mark's. America's Diesel Podcast is proudly sponsored by BD Diesel. As one of the originators of diesel performance BD Diesel has been around since the very beginning. Whether you have a Cummins, Duramax, or Powerstroke - BD has you covered. Quite literally, there are VERY few components that BD does not build for nearly every ligh...

EP.139 THE NEWS #4

It's another episode of THE NEWS! Topics covered: UCC 2021, Ford Lightning, Antarctic Exploration. America's Diesel Podcast is sponsored by FBomb Diesel Fuel Additive. Drop an F-Bomb on Bad Fuel Economy! Fuel Bomb’s F-Bomb Diesel Fuel Additive is a unique proprietary blend of chemicals to help your diesel run better and cleaner. Learn more at https://fuelbomb.com/product/f-bomb/ Article Reference links: https://www.dieselarmy.com/news/antarctic-snow-cruiser-the-doomed-missing-diesel-...

Ep. 138 Top 10 Things to Look for When Buying A Used Diesel Truck

It is truck buying season. Here is a look at the top 10 things to think about and do when buying a used diesel truck. America's Diesel Podcast is proudly sponsored by BD Diesel. As one of the originators of diesel performance BD Diesel has been around since the very beginning. Whether you have a Cummins, Duramax, or Powerstroke - BD has you covered. Quite literally, there are VERY few components that BD does not build for nearly every light duty diesel application.

Ep. 137 Tyler's 2021 Ram Part 1

That's right boys, Tyler is in a BRAND NEW 2021 Ram 2500 6.7 Cummins. The planning paid off and he is back in the saddle of a MAN truck. In this episode we discuss the truck, the plans, and the mindset. Get ready for some Cummins content. America's Diesel Podcast is sponsored by FBomb Diesel Fuel Additive. Drop an F-Bomb on Bad Fuel Economy! Fuel Bomb’s F-Bomb Diesel Fuel Additive is a unique proprietary blend of chemicals to help your diesel run better and cleaner. Learn more at https://f...

Ep. 136 Tyler's Truck Trade Trilogy - The Payoff

Tyler's long term plan for getting a side by side, a camp trailer AND a new truck come to fruition. In this episode we talk about the planning it took, how he worked out giving a lease back, trading his Tundra in, and coming out with a 2021 Ram 2500 with EIGHT MILES on the clock. Want to listen to the previous episode Ben & Tyler referenced? Check out Ep. 58 - Pulling The Plug. America's Diesel Podcast is sponsored by FBomb Diesel Fuel Additive. Drop an F-Bomb on Bad Fuel Economy! Fuel Bom...

Ep. 135 Ben's OBS Part 8 - Dana 60 Install PART 2

Part two of the overview on the Dana 60 swap on Ben's 1997 Powerstroke. This episode covers getting the TTB off the truck, and getting the Dana 60 in. We go over some of the road blocks I ran into, also an update on our yard equipment, because that came up last episode.

Ep. 134 Ben's OBS Part 8 - Dana 60 Install PART 1

FINALLY! It's time for this "F-350" to actually have proper running gear in the form of a ball joint Dana 60. This particiular axle came form a dually truck which means several items will need to be swapped from the TTB over to the Dana 60. This entire swap was performed in Ben's garage, with mostly basic tools. Follow along and learn where the road blocks were to hopefully allow your swap to go even faster!

Ep. 133 OBS Powerstroke Transmission Options

We had a listener send in a good question regarding transmission options that would result in more gears for his 1994-1997 7.3 Powerstroke. We discuss what options are out there and which one would be our choice and why. Options discussed include 4R100, ZF5, ZF6, 5R110, 6R140, Allison 1000, Gear Vendors.

Ep. 132 Delton from South Bend Clutch

Delton stopped by and sat down with Ben and Tyler to talk about dual disc clutches, recommendations for the OBS, and some fun stories regarding part failures.

Ep. 131 Ben's Excursion Part 1 - Basics

Combing over the vehicle. Finding little things here and there. Muffler. Blower Motor Relay. Rear Window. Door actuators. Key Fob. IC Boots, found boost leak. Zip ties. Stereo. Fuel leak. Chased a clunk, rear end re-fresh.

Ep. 130 Ben's OBS Part 7 - Nitro Gear Pt 2

Part two of the overview of the Nitro Gears install on Ben's blue OBS. The day off and an epic dump run with Ben's 3 year old son.

Ep. 129 Ben's OBS Part 7 - Nitro Gears Install PART 1

Overview install of the Nitro gears and Ford Locker in Ben's Blue OBS. Also a look ahead at whats to come.

Ep. 128 Summer 2021 GET READY

Fuel economy. Road trip truck and trailer prep. Maintenance. Be prepared, be a man.

Ep. 127 The News #3

Our new 2021 F450. Limited edition Shelby F250. West Coast Drag Racing! Small dog rides on diesel engine. Fuel smuggling in India. NO more GM Diesels.

Ep. 126 Ramblin' #4

Pancakes, 2020 Ford Ranger Review, Tow rig Tanget for Tyler,

Ep. 125 HEUI Injectors EXPLAINED

In this episode we explain the mystery behind all the codes and how 7.3 injectors are labeled.

Ep. 124 Q&A #3

You ask them, we answer them. High HP daily driver trucks, 7.3 vs 6.7 Cummins swap, 2020 L5P, BorgWarner EFR Turbos, and EZ LYNK Tuning.

Ep. 123 So Close! But Not Quite...

Parts that JUST didn't quite make it or take off. TAG, Scottie Intake, Loadleashes. BD Intake for 6.4's. H&S Oil Coolers ECODiesel. Bully Dog DPF's, Diprocal Gauges, CFM+ comspoite intake manifold.

Ep. 122 Ben Lives Up To His IG Name

@SPOOLBUSBEN LIVES AGAIN!! After being left down by a junker Excursion at a dealership, Ben found a diamond in the rough, get this, on his way to work, around the corner from Diesel Power Products. Needless to say, Ben gained about 8900lbs over his lunch break. She's a well maintained beauty.

America's Diesel Podcast | Ep. 121 Scan Tools, Scrap Yards, And Dealerships

Saturday’s are for THE BOYS! A few Saturdays ago, Ben, Tyler, and SnapOn Bryan, went to small dealership to check out an Excursion Ben had his eye on. After that experience they boys made their way to the junk yard to find an engine.

Ep. 121 Scan Tools, Scrap Yards, And Dealerships

Saturday’s are for THE BOYS! A few Saturdays ago, Ben, Tyler, and SnapOn Bryan, went to small dealership to check out an Excursion Ben had his eye on. After that experience they boys made their way to the junk yard to find an engine.

Ep. 120 Rule Of Thumb

Things that go without saying, which means you don’t need to say them. We’re saying them.  Inventory your parts before you begin working. Save your receipts.  Put order confirmations or receipts/shipping emails in their own folder. Do not schedule appointments for install until you have all parts in your possession, and have inventoried them.

Ep. 119 2021 Goals: Truck and more!

The guys talk about both their 2021 truck goals, truck buying habits, and non-diesel 2021 life goals.

Ep. 118 The News #2

The guys discuss a 2019 Ford F350 that recently sold for $275,000, HyTech Power's new hydrogen injection kit, Kenworth's new class A electric truck, and diesel industry emissions. 

Ep. 117 LBZ vs 06-07 5.9 Cummins

Matt Ewald sent in a great question about what truck to chose and what mods to do. He has some VERY realistic budget figures and also VERY realistic power goals for the truck and what it will be used for.

Ep. 116 Lenny 7.3 Injectors With Lenny From Dynomite Diesel

It’s Lenny from Dynomite Diesel again! This is a bit of a throw back to when Ben visited Dynomite and had the awesome privilege of testing his old crappy stock injectors and then seeing how Lenny does his magic.

Ep. 115 Ramblin' #3

ECODiesel Guys. Shelves in garage. Garage lighting. The right tools for the job.

Ep. 114 Listener Q&A #2

Warm in winter. 2003 5.9 HP goal for work truck. Water, Propane, Hydrogen? 5.9 CR No Start, possible Algae.

Ep. 113 Diesel News #1

It’s the NEWS! Ben and Tyler bring you the news in this series called DIESEL NEWS. NOTE Yes we know, this is an old episode. We filmed it, and forgot about it. If you would like to be included on our ADP Diesel News Letter Email, shoot Ben or Tyler an email. Sit back and enjoy the show. 

Ep. 113 Listener Q&A #2

Warm in winter. 2003 5.9 HP goal for work truck. Water, Propane, Hydrogen? 5.9 CR No Start, possible Algae.

Ep. 113 Listener Q&A #2

Warm in winter. 2003 5.9 HP goal for work truck. Water, Propane, Hydrogen? 5.9 CR No Start, possible Algae.

Ep. 112 World's Fastest Ford Diesel Truck

It's a 7.3. Yes, you read that right. The worlds fastest Ford Diesel Truck (1/4 mile) is a SEVEN POINT THREE. HEUI FOREVERRRRR.

Ep. 111 Christmas Gift Ideas

Christmas is just around the corner. Let us help you get your diesel dude or gal a present that they will be happy with -AND- that will work on their truck.

EP. 110 Ramblin' 2

In this Episode Ben and Tyler talk about everything from Carhart to Electric Hummers. Not to mention trucks and "C" Walking. You're not going to want to miss this. 

EP. 109 High Mileage 7.3L Performance Plans

Ben has been recieveing an influx of calls about adding performane to higher mileage 7.3's. Not just 7.3's that has some miles on them, but we're talking 300K+. In this episode we talk about what you can expect and the best frame of mind going into a performance project with 300K+ on it.

EP. 108 Winter is Coming- Cold Start Issues

The temps are getting low, it's time to talk about your truck and winter.

EP. 107 2010-12 Ram- Emissions Intact Performance

Those of you with EARLY 4th Gen Rams (2010-2012) this episode is for you! Ben and Tyler go over a solid list of modifications, which are broken into 4 levels, that you can do to your 10-12 Ram to make more power with your emissions intact. This was the episode we meant to make when we started our Ramblin' #1 episode, but we ended up rambling... Such is life.