Innehållsförteckning för December 2023 från Diesel World

Joshua Cuenot, a heavy equipment operator from Louisville, Ohio, may not have needed to attach an 8-foot long bed onto his already lengthy Mega Cab-equipped Dodge Ram, but he simply wanted to—and who could argue with that? Aside from a concept that Dodge released a while back testing the waters with such a configuration, a production model failed to materialize. The market segment of consumers willing to pull the trigger on a Mega Cab truck with the long bed option must have been a lot slimmer than the factory had imagined, but you can never discount the enthusiast crowd to build what they truly want to see. “I essentially wanted to create the ultimate tow rig/weekend warrior,” Joshua says. “What started out as a truck that was just going to…

“THE TRUCK WAS FORMERLYA 3-TON PUMPER FROM THE CITY OF WOODSTOCK IN ONTARIO, CANADA. I ONLY BOUGHT A ROLLING CAB.” Bob Ward has modified vehicles just about all his life. The 46-year-old millwright from Ontario, Canada, started building custom rigs when he was teenager. “My previous vehicles include a 1967 Jeep CJ5 that has evolved since I was 17 years old,” Bob says. “It now has a 1.9L ALH TDI Stage 2 from Malone Tuning and 33-inch mud grapplers.” You can only imagine what his plans are for this ’52 GMC 9700, which he purchased for a mere $1,600 back in 2006. “The truck was formerly a 3-ton Pumper from the city of Woodstock in Ontario, Canada,” he says. “I only bought a rolling cab.” Needless to say, Bob has…

Losing a beloved vehicle in a wreck is never an easy thing to process. As long as there are no major injuries to worry about, the next step is to determine if anything is left to salvage from the wrecked vehicle. Most of us have been in this situation before, but only a slim percentage have been able to bounce back from it like Craig Grisolia of Stillman Valley, Illinois. Craig had to deal with this exact scenario a few years back after his ’97 Ford F-250 was totaled in a crash. While there wasn’t much he wished to save in the way of body panels, wheels, tires, or anything like that, there was one piece that he was dead set on extracting to hopefully reuse sometime in the future.…

When it comes to the diesel industry, a lot of words come to mind. When I reflect on my personal journey with this industry one word echoes above all else: community. Now don’t get me wrong, we all have our niches and not everyone plays nice in the sandbox, but you can’t deny that when people come together for a show, an ODSS racing event, or even for a local fundraiser to support someone in the scene, the diesel world shows up and shows out for each other. Every time. One example of this was Ultimate Callout Challenge 2023, where I was fortunate enough to tag along with Tony Burkhard of Dirty Hooker Diesel and his crew. After a heartbreaking wreck Friday night, the DHD team stayed up all night…

01 SMEDING DIESEL 2013+ 6.7L CUMMINS INTERCOOLER A direct fit with 2013-2018 Dodge, this 6.7L Cummins Intercooler from Smeding Diesel features a bar-and-plate construction with cast aluminum end tanks. Delivering 52% greater internal volume and a 3-inch core that’s 100% thicker than stock, this intercooler is a serious upgrade. With end tanks strategically designed for optimal airflow and internal fins designed for maximum heat transfer with minimal pressure drop, a Smeding Diesel intercooler keeps your powerplant running smoothly. SMEDING DIESEL (210) 446-0888 SMEDINGDIESEL.com 02 RIFF RAFF DIESEL COMPLETE CAC INTERCOOLER BOOT KIT 99-03 POWERSTROKE Available in three colors, Riffraff Diesel’s 100% USA-made complete CAC 6-piece intercooler boot kits are specially made to withstand extreme temps to approximately 500 degrees F and have been tested up to 150psi working pressure. RIFF RAFF…

Most custom ‘rookie’ built vehicles don’t go down in history books as being all too impressive. For the most part, a truck owner’s first stab at cutting up their first ride can turn problematic countless times throughout the term of ownership. Sometimes it just boils down to not having the required foresight and experience or lack of research and budget to do things the right way straight out of the gate. Some builders, on the other hand, knock that first pitch right out of the park. The latter scenario is obviously more of a rarity, but it does happen, even if the completion of the project requires much more time. Now we should probably slow down a bit and preface what we mean by a first-time builder. Those who have…

When it comes to the world of diesel trucks, performance and style go hand in hand. Fusion Bumpers understands this synergy perfectly and presents an exceptional line of custom-built bumpers tailored exclusively for diesel trucks. Each bumper in this lineup boasts a range of standard features that cater to the specific needs of diesel truck enthusiasts. From precision craftsmanship to rugged functionality, Fusion Bumpers offers a diverse range of options to amplify your truck’s capabilities and aesthetics. Fusion Bumpers offers mounting options for a variety of lighting manufacturers including Rigid Industries, Baja Designs, Infinite Off Road, FCK Light Bars, and Off Road Led Bars. We here at Diesel World magazine are big supporters of the cool look and enhanced safety that Fusion Bumpers offer, so we decided to break down…

Step into the heart of Tennessee’s automotive culture at Music City Showdown 2023 – an electrifying event that brought diesel enthusiasts and automotive aficionados together for an unforgettable experience! Nestled at the scenic Williamson County Ag Expo Park, this premier automotive show showcased the very best of Nashville’s lifted and lowered truck scene. The excitement was palpable as the event provided an array of thrilling activities and attractions for attendees of all ages. From the moment you stepped in, you were greeted with the roar of engines and the sights of meticulously customized rides from lifted trucks to sleek sports cars, Jeeps, and everything in between! With both indoor and outdoor spaces, Music City Showdown catered to all weather conditions and ensured everyone had ample room to explore. The indoor…

Unlocking the true potential of your 6.6L Duramax LML from 2011-2016 has never been more electrifying. Welcome to the world of Diesel Power, where the heart of performance lies beneath the hood and roars to life with every turn of the key. In this issue, we take you on a journey to unleash the untamed power of your diesel engine, all while keeping it true to its roots. Introducing the TurboTime Lightning Bolt Performance Vgt Turbo Solenoid, the game-changer in diesel engine upgrades. This remarkable addition to your rig is designed to elevate your driving experience without resorting to artificial manipulation that mimics gas-powered vehicles. The secret lies in optimizing your turbocharger, the diesel engine’s powerhouse, for maximum efficiency and performance. Forget about throttle controllers, modules, or tuning that mess…

Making its debut at the 1993 North American International Auto Show, the redesigned 1994 Ram was a sales success and was named “Truck of the Year” in 1994. Sales increased from 95,542 units in 1993 to 232,092 in 1994, 410,000 in 1995, and 411,000 by 1996 when it was prominently featured as the hero vehicle in the film Twister. Sales of this generation peaked at just over 400,000 in 1999 before declining. The purpose of the difference between the light-duty and heavy-duty 2500 trucks was for the heavy-duty 2500 to take the place of the discontinued one-ton single-rear-wheel trucks. Rear axles for the light-duty 2500 trucks were semi-floating, while the heavy-duty 2500 rear axles were full-floating. * Note: The main difference between the full- and semi-floating axle setups is the…