Synopsis
The Diesel Performance Podcast is a conversation, debate, and everything else about the three main domestic diesel engines: Duramax, Powerstroke, and Cummins. Hosts Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke cover topics every diesel owner needs to know - from engine maintenance and engine performance to modifications that enhance performance. If you love diesel engines and light duty pickup trucks - you've found the perfect podcast.
Episodes
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6.7L Cummins Progression
16/12/2022 Duration: 25minWe are picking back up after the Thanksgiving Holiday and Black Friday deals! The boys move on from the 5.9L Cummins they discussed a few weeks ago to the 6.7L and Cummins engineering progressions. The newer models made massive advancements, mechanically and cosmetically. The boys highlight the changes in this episode.
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Heavy Towing With A Diesel 101
09/12/2022 Duration: 17minChris Ehmke is joined by Nick Priegnitz, CEO of Calibrated Power Solutions / Duramaxtuner, to break down towing heavy! They take you behind the wheel of a 4th Gen Cummins to talk about drive pressure to boost, aftermarket turbochargers, and more!
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Cummins 50 State Tuning Has Arrived
02/12/2022 Duration: 17minPaul Wilson breaks down everything you Cummins guys want to know about the new 50 state tuning available starting Monday!
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*REBROADCAST* How Common Rail Injection Works
25/11/2022 Duration: 34minWe are bringing back another highly received podcast episode, How common rail injection works. Paul Wilson and Chris Ehmke break down how this system works, class is in session!
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*REBROADCAST* Top 5 Tuning Myths
18/11/2022 Duration: 42minThe crew have been busy over here so we are going with one of our most downloaded episodes today! Top 5 tuning myths. Paul and Chris touch on the 5 most common misnomers revolving around tuning.
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Cummins Early ERA - The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly
11/11/2022 Duration: 30minPaul Wilson and Chris Ehmke are covering the early Cummins models on this week's episode! They discuss the early 5.9L, the switch from 12 valve to 24 valve, P-Pump and more!
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Behind The Wheel Of A Tuned L5D & Stealth 64 Equipped BEAST
04/11/2022 Duration: 23minPaul Wilson and Chris Ehmke are back and this time they are behind the wheel of a HUGE 5500 L5D that was just tuned and had a Stealth 64 Turbo installed by DuramaxTuner. Let's just say, this thing can handle a lot! The boys give you an update on how she rides.
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The Cornfield Callouts In Ohio!
28/10/2022 Duration: 24minChris Ehmke and Paul Wilson are joined by RJ Snider on this week's episode! RJ is a long-time listener and diesel enthusiast like us doing big things in his community with diesel. He discusses the dirt drag event The Cornfield Callouts and some 12 valve talk. Are you in or near Ohio? Be sure to get out to this awesome event. Details of the event: The Cornfield Callouts November 5th 13603 Sand Rock Road Glenford, Ohio
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The Modern Era Of Duramax
21/10/2022 Duration: 23minChris Ehmke and Anthony Bruneni discuss the Duramax era after the LBZ. They talk LMM, LML, and L5P! Changes made each RPO code, what they think the future holds for these 6.6L trucks, and what they may think happens with the Allison Transmission!
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Duramax 2001-2007, LB7, LLY, LBZ, Upgrades and Failures
14/10/2022 Duration: 32minPaul Wilson and Chris Ehmke go back and talk about how each Duramax RPO when released was revolutionary. While each RPO did have its weak points, the guys discuss which models are overrated and underrated. The results may shock you!
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Complexity Of Tuning Newer Diesel Trucks
08/10/2022 Duration: 42minNick Priegnitz of DuramaxTuner/Calibrated Power joins Paul and Chris to discuss the progression of tuning gas vehicles back in the mid-2000s, to calibrations for older diesel trucks, to where we are now with the L5P, 6.7L Powerstroke, and Cummins platforms.
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Talking Tractor Pulls, Truck Pulls, And More With Matt Hart
30/09/2022 Duration: 37minPaul is joined by local legend Matt Hart! You may have heard his voice on the PA at the local sled pulls or hell, if you're one that frequents auctions, you have heard this man doing his auctioneer work. Matt talks about diesel passion and more!
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The History Of Duramax *REBROADCAST*
23/09/2022 Duration: 52minWe wanted to share this older episode because of the amount of info and it's our most downloaded episode. Paul and Chris discuss the history of the Duramax engine. This is a great, informative episode on how much Duramax has evolved over the years!
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Going BIG With Jason Wehrli
17/09/2022 Duration: 30minJason from Wehrli Custom Fab is on to talk this Saturday's open house for his new shop! Jason discusses how he went from fabricating in his parents garage to this new massive facility and everything in between. He also chats future production and much more. Come out to DeKalb this Saturday Semptember 17th and see a bunch of amazing stuff and maybe win in a few of the auctions!
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EPA Sentences Small Business To Death
09/09/2022 Duration: 38minMike Hanzuk is back to discuss what the end result of his sentencing was for deleting diesel emissions equipment. Mike highlights how real this is with felony charges, possible jail time, and more. We thank Mike for sharing his story as this is some seriously personal things.
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I Just Want To Beat The TRX
02/09/2022 Duration: 24minChris is joined by Nick Priegnitz of Calibrated Power home of Duramaxtuner to give you a sneak peek ride along with the new EcoBoost Stealth Turbo prototype! He breaks down why they put this into development, what's the benefit, and what to expect. We know, it's not diesel, but we are all gear heads here.
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2020-2021 PowerStroke Black Box Tuner
26/08/2022 Duration: 27minYou newer Powerstroke owners are going to want to listen in on this episode. Finally, there is a way to bypass ECM swaps to tune your 2020-2021 Powerstroke 6.7l diesel. The boys break it all down here!
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Big Block Cummins Check-In
19/08/2022 Duration: 22minPaul and Nick give you an update on the big Cummins that was supposed to be a UCC truck ions ago. This thing has gone through a ton and Nick breaks down all the upgrades, mods, and mishaps along the way!
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EPA Raid Results With Mike Hanzuk
12/08/2022 Duration: 35minMike Hanzuk is back on the show to discuss what happens after the EPA raids your shop for deleting diesel trucks. This stuff is rough for us enthusiasts and that is what Mike is at his core. Mike thanks for sharing your story and we look forward to having him back!
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You're Doing Manual Regens Wrong
05/08/2022 Duration: 26minThe title says it all. You're doing manual regens wrong! The guys tell you how to know if you need to put your truck in a manual regen, why it's important, and how to actually perform a manual regen.