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PRI 2023 - The Good, The Bad and the Powerful!

Mark Pierson's Showstopper: The Unconventional Beauty of a 1954 Ford C750 COE

When the time comes for a seasoned custom car builder and collector to look for something 'different' than they have had in the past, this is what they gravitate towards. Just finding a '54 Ford C750 and getting it back in driving condition would fit the bill for staking claim on possessing an uncommon vehicle, but there's always more room to further venture out into the territory of truly unusual.

Discover Rudy's Diesel Performance with Ford-250 Super Duty Truck

Revitalize Your Ride! QA1's High-Performance Suspension for Modern Trucks

In the world of truck enthusiasts, achieving the perfect blend of style, comfort, and performance is a constant pursuit. A truck is more than just a vehicle; it's an expression of one's personality and a symbol of freedom on the open road. If you're a proud owner of a modern truck seeking to elevate your driving experience, one place to look is to QA1 Suspension's high-performance suspension parts.

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Classic Car Studio's Masterpiece – The 1956 F-600 Crew Cab

A Dive Into the History of Diesel

Here at Diesel World, we like to think we are quite familiar with the word diesel—we say it all the time. We drive, tinker, and document diesel trucks on a daily basis. But how many of us have taken a deep dive to learn about the origins of the word diesel or how these motors became so popular and trusted?

Take a look back at highlights from Sema 2023

Lifted Luxury: Inside the DPS 6-Door 2016 Ford Excursion Build

There are just some rides you can't walk past without doing a double, or even triple-take. Diesel Performance Specialties (DPS) has built just such a vehicle by seamlessly mating a 6.7L King Ranch truck and a Ford Excursion SUV.

Unleashing the Beast: Brett Jones' 1,200hp Dodge Ram Cummins Build

While it's true that achieving horsepower is addicting and that you can never have enough, most enthusiasts—either voluntarily or involuntarily—draw the line at some point. But then, there are diesel heads like Brett Jones

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Turkey Run’s 50th, ’06 Chevy with Top Fuel Diesel Engine, and More!

Fairbanks-Morse Model 32, a Ford F-350 Platinum 6x6x6, and More! View this email in your browser Daytona Turkey Run Celebrates Its 50th Year In the heart of Florida, where the sun kisses the asphalt and the rumble of engines fills the air, the Daytona Turkey Run unfolded its 50th-anniversary spectacle. Diesel trucks of all shapes and sizes, along with classic cars, lined the perimeter while enthusiasts gathered to celebrate. We were there and have all the coverage here! Which Is Your Favorite? Building a Platinum 6x6x6 When you work in the diesel industry and sell modified trucks for a living, you have to turn your daily driver into something really special, right? That's exactly what Keaton Hoskins, co-owner of DieselSellerz.com did. This truck is way beyond "special," and so is the story behind it. Quick Flip! Blown Smoke: '06 Chevy with Top Fuel Diesel Engine Every once in a while, a truck stops you in your tracks. A 2006 carbon fiber Chevy wi

Oldies + newbies

Classic or cutting-edge, we've got a truck for you. View this email in your browser November 15, 2023 A 1957 GMC 9700 Gets New Life 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. You can only imagine what his plans are for this '52 GMC 9700, which he purchased for a mere $1,600 back in 2006. Ol' Pumper → Advertisement Throwback to iDrive Throwdown Buckle up for an adrenaline-fueled ride into the heart of the first-ever iDrive Throwdown Truck Show! Dezerland Park in Orlando, Florida, played host to a spectacular gathering of truck enthusiasts from far and wide, creating a spectacle that left everyone breathless. The event showcased an awe-inspiring array of custom diesel trucks that made jaws drop and hearts race. 1st Annual iDrive → Cummins Exh

Top 5 Engine Cooling Mistakes

Here are some of the most common cooling mistakes and how to avoid them. View this email in your browser Want to keep your truck running cool? Check out these top 5 engine-cooling mistakes and how to avoid them! Using a belt-driven fan without a fan shroud. The fan will pull air over and under the radiator instead of through it, creating a run-hot or overheating condition at idle and slow speeds where the cooling system relies on the fan to pull air through the radiator. A radiator cap that is damaged or too low of a pressure rating. Most people underestimate the importance of a radiator cap in the cooling system. Raising the pressure in the system raises the boiling point, keeping the system from boiling at lower temperatures. While old cars used an 11- or 16-psi cap, newer systems often use 20-psi or higher. Use the right one for your application and make sure the seal is not damaged, which would actually make it a 0-psi cap. Electric fan running backwards. This one fru

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