
Hosted by The Diesel Podcast · EN

Austin Denny joins The Diesel Podcast for a 2026 season preview. After last year’s crash, the Pro Mod 6.0L is back together and headed to Hardway Performance for a major step forward: integrating ECU Masters’ new diesel specific standalone ECM on a 6.0L Powerstroke. Austin breaks down the limitations of the factory computer, why going fully standalone could be a game changer for staging, burnouts, tuning, safety strategies, and RPM potential, and what it means to finally move beyond the constraints of the factory PCM and FICM. We also talk about his conservative approach to the season with lots of short passes first, building confidence, chasing records, and why he still believes the 6.0L platform has plenty of fight left. We also dive into the growing excitement around UCC, massive purses, new classes, and how high level competition continues to push the entire diesel aftermarket forward. Plenty of real talk about the work behind the scenes, the late nights, the pressure, and why getting hooked on diesel drag racing becomes a lifelong obsession. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fleece Performance joins us to talk about their 6.0L Powerstroke heads and how they address factory weak points. If you have a 6.0L, this is a must see upgrade that helps the reliability of your truck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helderburg joins us on the podcast to talk re-crafting Land Rovers! Founder Paul Potratz tells us about creating the company, a unique ownership experience, TDI diesel engines, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s always scary when a wreck happens at the drag strip. Austin Denny tells us about his crash at the track, what he thinks happened, the aftermath, and advice for racers. We also talk about the impact to family and friends witnessing it firsthand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nothing sounds like a diesel truck with an exhaust upgrade - but what about when you need it quiet towing or around the neighborhood? We are joined by the founder of Glory Days Speed Shop to talk about his patent pending muffler for 4” and 5” exhaust systems. He walks us through the idea for the muffler, R&D, controlling the sound from the cab, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FASS is famous for their lift pump systems, but did you know they also have a fabrication and motorsports division? They tell us about their expanding list of products to customize and improve your truck! We also talk about custom projects and some of their favorite in-house builds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

J&K Engines chats with us today about Powerstroke engine builds, new components to build reliable engines, and how tariffs are impacting a lot of engine components. Could waiting mean more for your next purchase? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amsoil talks with us about new emission regulations changing oil formulas, and what it means for diesels. We cover what the changes are, how Amsoil is approaching the standards, and what it means for your truck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lenny Reed from Dynomite Diesel stops by and talks with us about an overlooked part of building injectors. This detail can make or break efficiency and reliability. We also talk about his UCC truck and how we haven’t seen anything like this before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An oil analysis can show problems before they result in catastrophic failure. Hot Shot’s Secret joins us today to talk about what to look for, when to do them, where to collect the oil, and feedback to fix the issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices