Common Rail Diesel Troubleshooting: Diagnosing Fuel System Issues Although common rails are an improvement from prior types of fuel systems, they’re not without some issues. Many of these problems, however, stem from things unrelated to the design of a common rail system, which common rail owners should be aware if they want to minimize expensive repairs. Be it common rail Cummins problems, fuel control actuator issues, 6.7 low fuel rail pressure codes, or the like, the following should help you with common rail diesel troubleshooting. Before getting into those details, we should first clarify how a common rail differs from other types of fuel injection. Then we’ll focus … Steve Temple December 26, 2024
Step-by-Step Guide to Upgrading a Second-Gen Dodge Diesel It’s a philosophy we’ve been preaching for years—buy a good used diesel truck and build it your way with the right combination of aftermarket parts […] Kevin Wilson December 26, 2024
Upgrading a Ram 3500 with Centerforce Diesel Twin Diesel trucks with manual transmissions are hard to beat, especially when it comes to towing. Though there are some excellent automatic transmissions out there, […] Trenton McGee December 23, 2024
2015 Ram 3500 HD Dually: The Ultimate Towing Machine 2015 Ram HD Dually Test Drive When you really need to tow a heavy load, the Ram 3500 DRW (dual rear wheel) truck can’t be […] Trent Riddle December 23, 2024
Built for 1,500 HP: The Story of Mini-Wheat’s Transformation Ryan Milliken successfully campaigned his 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 4X4 named “Buckwheat” from 2012-2014, winning the NHRDA Super Street National Championship. But a destructive run-in […] Chris Tobin December 20, 2024 Diesel Trucks Dodge FEATURES
Powerful First-Gen Dodge D-350 with 500HP and 1,100 lb/ft Torque How do you get an old first gen noticed? Paint it bright candy blue metallic and put a sticker on the windshield that says “Papa […] Kevin Wilson December 20, 2024 Dodge FEATURES
From wreckage to racetrack: Derek Rose’s electric blue 2006 Dodge Ram As the owner of DNR Customs in Casco, Michigan, Derek Rose knows a thing or two about diesel performance and repair. About two years ago […] Chris Tobin December 19, 2024 Diesel Trucks Dodge
Cracked 6.0 Cylinder Head? Here’s an Innovative Solution An Innovative Fix For A Cracked 6.0 Cylinder Head There are few experiences in life more unpleasant than opening up one’s cooling system and finding […] DW STAFF December 19, 2024 Cummins Diesel Cars Diesel Engines FEATURES Ford
Country Cuties And Their Rides Country Cuties And Their Rides Thanks to the overwhelming response from last year’s “Girls Gone Diesel” section, which debuted in our February 2013 issue, this […] Diesel World Staff December 18, 2024 Diesel Trucks Dodge FEATURES Ford GM
Mastering the 7.3L Power Stroke: Key Tech Tips for Longevity and Efficiency Tech Tips The 7.3L Power Stroke diesel engine used in the 1994.5-2003 Ford trucks has never been known as a real powerhouse, especially by today’s […] Jacob White December 18, 2024 Diesel Engines Diesel Tech / How-To Diesel Trucks Ford
Ford F-150 Models: Which Junk Trucks Have the Highest Value? Known for its durability and strong resale value, the Ford F-150 has long been one of the most popular trucks in the United States. But […] Diesel World Staff December 17, 2024 Diesel News
1,000hp & 8 Years of Dedication: The Story of Bryan’s LB7 An Owner-Built, 1,000hp LB7—8 Years In The Making The truck of our dreams is rarely built overnight. And for some of us, it unfolds over […] Mike McGlothlin December 17, 2024 Chevy Diesel Engines Diesel Trucks FEATURES
The Workhorse with Showroom Style: Hawks’ Custom Ford Super Duty We all know that diesel trucks are designed to be strong and capable of pulling heavy loads. That doesn’t mean that they can’t look good […] Kevin Aguilar December 17, 2024 Diesel Trucks FEATURES Ford
DIY Diesel Domination: Nicholas Gadouas’ Twin-Turbo Dually Nicholas Gadouas of Fortuna, California, is a heavy equipment operator and hands-on kind of guy. He believes in having the right tools for the job […] Jeff Rick December 16, 2024 Diesel Trucks Dodge FEATURES
Silvan Squires' 7.3L diesel-swapped OBS truck, built on a budget Sometimes you gotta do it yourself This month’s Shell Rotella Truck Of The Month winner is Silvan Squires. Silvan hails from Utah, a land of […] Silvan Squires December 16, 2024 Diesel Engines Diesel Trucks FEATURES Ford
Fordahl Bilt’s Masterpiece: A Bumpside F-250 Like No Other Fordahl Bilt’s 7.3-Powered Bumpside F-250 Photos by Thomas Seabury In a scene where there is such a definitive line drawn in the dirt that divides […] JOHN MATA JR December 13, 2024 Diesel Engines FEATURES Ford
Building Big: Jeff Dyer's Record-Time Ram 2500 Build A RAM 2500 6.7L BUILT IN RECORD TIME Building badass diesel trucks is nothing new for Jeff Dyer. He’s been doing it for over 15 […] Bryon Dorr December 13, 2024 Diesel Trucks Dodge FEATURES Ram ram
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Lane Wakeland’s 2006 Dodge 2500: Built for Power and Reliability Lane Wakeland’s 2006 Dodge 2500 “I’ve had some quite ‘wild’ builds over the years,” said Lane Wakeland. “And I figured it was time to build […] Lane Wakeland December 12, 2024 Dodge Dodge FEATURES Ram ram Uncategorized
The Evolution of Autocar: A Century of Innovation in Transportation Dozens of manufacturers surrounded the booming steel town of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at beginning of the last century. The age of modern marvels had already lasted […] Bill Senefsky December 11, 2024 Diesel Trucks FEATURES
Celebrating Adventure: Off Grid Trailers' Grand Opening in Centennial Colorado Community Unites to Embrace the Spirit of Adventure The grand opening party for Off Grid Trailers took place on May 11 in Centennial, Colorado. Enthusiasts […] Devan Ence December 11, 2024 EVENTS FEATURES
Vintage Power Redefined: Restoring a 1958 Ford 841 Powermaster Mike Gauss’s Rare 1958 Ford 841 Powermaster Nestled in Rochester, Michigan, a small but mighty tractor is turning heads and tugging at heartstrings. This 1958 […] DUSTIN KORTH December 10, 2024 Diesel Tractors FEATURES
Jacob Ryder’s Heavy-Duty F-450 Shop Truck: A Bold Showcase of Power and Style Jacob Ryder’s Heavy-Duty F-450 Shop Truck Running a small business is hard work. Those who are self-employed certainly enjoy freedoms that come with being their […] JOHN MATA JR December 10, 2024 FEATURES Ford
Upgrading Your 6.7L Cummins: Installing a Smeding Diesel Intake Horn Installing a Smeding Diesel Intake Horn on a 6.7L Cummins When upgrading your diesel, the first step is to make sure you have a clean […] DW STAFF December 09, 2024 DEPARTMENTS Diesel Tech / How-To