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600hp LBZ H1-Hummer Sep 08, 2017

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The H1 Hummer needed a new head gasket for its factory 6.5. Rather than keep the factory engine, the owner wanted an old 12V Cummins with an Allison from a bread truck - but Rob Hartman convinced him to go with an LBZ Duramax. The donor came from a wrecked 2006 with 160K. Only three months, and 130 hours of labor, the 2003 H1 Hummer had a new identity. The LBZ has 60% injectors, 68mm turbo, and an Allison 6 speed with a GM 261 transfer case. The project sits on 40's with a three-inch body lift, stock CP3 and a lift pump.

All of this is fascinating - of course - especially when you hear how Rob fit everything into the H1's engine bay.

This episode brought to you by: Exergy Performance exergyperformance.com Wehrli Custom Fab WCFAB.com

L5P and LML Comparison with Gale Banks Sep 06, 2017

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This is the audio version of a video posted on Facebook and YouTube.

The Diesel Performance Podcast visits Banks Power and talks with Gale Banks about the new Duramax L5P.

We see the L5P disassembled with each component (turbo, connecting rods, pistons, injectors, cylinder head, and more) - examined and compared to the Duramax LML. It's a fascinating up close look at the new engine and all the performance improvements General Motors included. Bottom line: the L5P redefines and reshapes diesel like never before. Get ready for an exciting future in diesel performance.

SPONSORED BY: Calibrated Power Solutions - calibratedpower.com

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C10TALK with Ronnie Wetch Sep 02, 2017

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Two popular truck worlds converge in this episode of the Diesel Performance Podcast. Host of the podcast "C10Talk" Ronnie Wetch joins Paul for a dual episode. The guys dive deep into C-10s & Diesels and how the two come together in popular conversion projects.

Before Ronnie, Paul talks to Art Martinez of PSP Diesel in South Houston, Texas. Art is in the middle of the recovery efforts following the catastrophic Hurricane Harvey.

Art's contact information is 713-359-8615

art@pspdiesel.com

This episode of the Diesel Performance Podcast was brought to you by:

Exergy Performance Exergyperformance.com

and

Wehrli Custom Fab WCFAB.COM

'58 ApacheMAX, '85 Scottsdale, '03 Duraburb Aug 26, 2017

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Nick Priegnitz - owner of three very popular conversions - the Duraburb, '85 Scottsdale LB7, and the ApacheMAX - joins the podcast to talk about each build. Nick says conversions require plenty of passion in order to be successful. Otherwise, you can get frustrated quickly and find they can be overwhelming because of all the unique challenges involved. Of all the conversion projects, the ApacheMAX offered the greatest frustration and challenge - but turned out to be one of the more popular trucks around. The same is true for the Duraburb and Scottsdale. Both trucks garner all kinds of attention when they're posted on social media or seen in public. If you love conversions - this is the podcast you need to hear!

This Week's Sponsors:

Wehrli Custom Fab WCFAB.COM

Exergy Performance Exergyperformance.com

Duraburbs are Cool Aug 22, 2017

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Eric Swanson joins the podcast to explain why Duraburbs are so cool.

Duramax + Suburban = Duraburb with Eric Swanson Aug 18, 2017

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One of the more popular diesel conversions around is the Duraburb. A Suburban, Tahoe, or Escalade with a Duramax engine. Duraburb is a Florida company started a decade ago when someone wondered out loud why no manufacturers made a diesel SUV. Company founder-owner Eric Swanson decided to try and the rest is history. In those 10 years, Duraburb has done 300 conversions for mostly affluent clientele. Duraburbs look just like they rolled off the manufacturer's assembly line - every switch, light, and gauge - just like the OEM built the truck.

In this episode, Eric explains to Paul and Chris why Duraburb exists and is so popular.

This week's sponsors:

Wherli Custom Fabrication

WCFAB.com

Exergy

http://www.exergyperformance.com/dealers.html

750HP LBZ C-10 with Ryan Werhli of WCFAB Aug 11, 2017

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The 1970 Chevy C-10 looks the part - rust mixed with a turquoise green, regular cab. Under the hood and on the ground is a different story. The old Chevy sits on an '06 LBZ frame and the engine bay holds a compound set-up pushing 750 HP to the ground. The truck belongs to WCFAB's Ryan Werhli, manager of the shop's fab department. Ryan started the project two years ago after he found the original '70 Chevy truck on Craigslist. Since then the project has appeared on a magazine cover and just about everywhere else as an incredible conversion. Ryan tells the story to Paul and Chris in this episode of the Diesel Performance Podcast.

This week's sponsors:

Wherli Custom Fabrication

WCFAB.com

Exergy

http://www.exergyperformance.com/dealers.html

CONVERSION MONTH: Ask a Diesel Conversion Specialist Aug 04, 2017

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Conversion Month continues on the podcast with a conversation with Sean Patterson of Diesel Conversion Specialists. The company offers the harnesses and other components to install Cummins mechanical and common rail diesel engines into Fords and GM trucks. This is an interesting segment of the aftermarket because it continues to grow as more and more owners convert their trucks into dependable, mileage friendly and reliable vehicles. So what's the most popular project for Diesel Conversion Specialists? Paul and Chris find out.

This week's sponsors:

Wherli Custom Fabrication

WCFAB.com

Exergy

http://www.exergyperformance.com/dealers.html

CONVERSION MONTH: Loud & Rowdy '85 Scottsdale LB7 Jul 28, 2017

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Paul and Chris kick off a month of podcasts about one of the more popular topics in diesel performance - conversions! In this episode, the guys jump into the '85 square-body Scottsdale bolted onto an HD2500 frame with an LB7. What are the major challenges when you tackle a conversion project? It sure looks cool - but talk about headaches! For some, conversions represent the ultimate in motorsports with the greatest rewards - a real head turner that redefines diesel performance - one vehicle at a time.

All American 2012 Cummins Build Jul 21, 2017

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Meet Bill - he just bought a 2012 Cummins and needs advice. No problem. We've got two guys willing to help. In this episode, Paul and Chris go through the options available to the owner of a stock diesel RAM. It boils down to what the owner wants to do with the truck. Bill says he wants his 2012 to be as reliable as possible - last a long time. Who doesn't? Enjoy the conversation about what to do with a bone stock 2012 RAM.

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