Indholdsfortegnelse for February 2024 i Diesel World

Those who have had a special vehicle stolen from them know that the ordeal is an emotional mixture of equal parts vulnerability, frustration, and anger. That feeling of having someone break into a familiar space and make themselves right at home can leave one feeling victimized and unprotected. Frustration begins to settle in once having to fill out all the reports with law enforcement and having to deal with insurance and all the other steps that tend to eat up time and patience. Of course, annoyance and irritability are usually present throughout the whole fiasco, which usually evolves into sheer anger at having to deal with the inconvenience of it all. The whole process sucks, and we feel for anyone out there who has had experienced the loss of a…

Lifted Truck Nationals at MidAmerica Outdoors in Jay, Oklahoma is an electrifying event that brings together diesel enthusiasts and participants from across the nation to celebrate the magnificence of lifted trucks. Nestled in the heart of the picturesque landscape of MidAmerica Outdoors, this gathering, created by KEG Media, is a haven for those who share an unbridled passion for towering trucks and off-road adventures. The event kicks off with a palpable sense of excitement as attendees are greeted by an impressive display of lifted trucks even before they get to the gate, each a unique masterpiece of automotive ingenuity. The air is filled with the throaty rumble of dyno pulls at the Blessed Performance booth, and side-by-sides buzzing on the trails in the distance set the tone for a weekend…

We started this build in hopes of making some great content on some of the ins and outs of these old 7.3L Powerstroke trucks. The OBS Ford (1994-1997 F-250/F-350) has seen a huge rise in popularity the last year or two and their value has really increased. With that and the cost of new trucks, we find more and more guys looking to fix up an old truck, so this series of articles was designed to show off some of their strengths, point out some of the weaknesses, and suggest how to make them better. Since this truck was bought to be somewhat of a daily driver with plans of doing some towing on occasion, all the upgrades made to it have been done to improve its ability in those…

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In a scene where there is such a definitive line drawn in the dirt that divides lowered and lifted trucks, it’s refreshing to meet a guy who proudly stands with a foot on BOTH sides. Cody Fordahl of Brentwood, California, is a dead-set Ford fan—and why wouldn’t he be based on the first four letters of his last name? He has Blue Oval heritage imbedded in his blood (although there is no relation, it just happens to be a cool coincidence). While there is no question about his brand loyalty, he didn’t bother choosing which type of truck to pledge his unwavering allegiance to. What he does spend most of his time focusing on is keeping his interests pure. He sticks to what he likes, which ranges within the realm…

Ready for a quick weekend improvement project? Let’s get started on our DashSkin installation! We recommend you have a dedicated work bench or tailgate with a soft blanket to lay the cover on during install. This will ensure that all of your tools are right where you need them, making the install go very smoothly. 01 DRY-FITTING YOUR DASHSKIN Test-fit your dash cover before installation. Some ends/edges of the cover may flare up slightly or may not lay completely flush under the weight of the cover alone; take note of these spots, as after you have applied the adhesive, these spots will need to be held down. 02 CLEANING + PREP Clean the surface of the dashboard thoroughly with a general purpose degreaser to remove any residual interior shine, dust,…

Believe it or not; this mean, clean GMC 2500HD Denali pickup is a working farm truck. Yeah, we weren’t quite sold on believing that as fact right away—not until we heard from its owner, Jake Carlson. He told us all about the hard hours his GMC puts in daily, and we were able to confirm that his story checks out 100%. Not all utility vehicles have to look and feel like a utility vehicle. Jake wanted a truck that could serve a purpose around his family-run farm while still making it a rig that he could beef up and keep clean just like he would with a pickup suited strictly for leisure. “The No. 1 goal I had for the truck was to build it into something that could be…

Hello, Diesel World readers! We’re in Deland, Florida, at FTI Performance to get a glimpse behind the scenes at how a 47RE/RH torque converter is built by one of the best in the industry! This is a part that just about everyone needs for their upgraded transmission build, but most don’t necessarily get to see an inside look as to how it’s actually put together. And we’re done!…

By the time this issue hits your local newsstand, there’s a solid chance that half of the country will be at or below freezing temperatures. As the cooler temps slow the automotive industry to a crawl above the 35th parallel, I thought this would be a great time to reflect on the past 365 days around the sun as well as look forward to the next lap. For me, 2023 was a really interesting year. It was the first time I really stepped out into the diesel performance world, made some friends, and enjoyed some of the best diesel racing events of the year. From UCC to many ODSS events that take place around the United States, the diesel population has made one thing clear: We’re still here, and we’re…