Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2024 i Diesel World

As we look back at the past year of Diesel World, we’ve had the opportunity to showcase some of the coolest trucks that shape our diesel culture. From “garage” built diesel swaps to top-tier show builds, I’ve been doing what I can to keep diesels in this magazine that are worth reading about. So for this month’s issue, we’re taking a look back through our 2024 feature list to show you what I think are the “Best of 2024.” This list is based on builds that stood out because of the blood, sweat and that tears went into making something truly unique while not caring what other people said. I want to say thank you to everyone who has made my first year of being the Editorat-Large for Diesel World…

When it comes to the world of lifted trucks, there are some out there who do it for looks, some who do it for function, and then some who actually want both. Yes, you CAN have your cake and eat it too! For our “daily dad mobile,” we knew that we needed a truck that would still function, tow, hit the trails, and do all the things that we’ve thrown at our Ford F-250 thus far. Falling in love with the newer-gen SuperDuty platform came easy as it is one of the most versatile do-it-all trucks out there, but it was time for a much-needed makeover on our daily dad wagon. For this story, we wanted to do something a bit different. Rather than show you the normal stepby-step instruction…

How is summer almost over already? For those of you who are in a northern state like I am here in Wisconsin, you probably already realize that we’re only a few short months from Labor Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and of course, Christmas. It’s a crazy thing to say and even crazier thing to read, but before you write an angry letter to Diesel World (do people even write in to magazines anymore?) let me explain where I’m going with this. Up here, our summers are always jam-packed. Something about only having a few months of really good weather causes us to go wild, slamming events and truck projects into every weekend and every spare hour that we can. It seems like from the time the sun rises on April 1…

01 XDP BILLET TOW & RACE SERIES FLEX PLATE The XDP billet Tow & Race Series flex plate is an essential upgrade for any modified diesel truck. If your truck is used for racing, sled pulling, or heavy towing and is using an OEM flex plate, upgrading the flex plate is recommended. The increased stress caused by higher horsepower and torque output can cause the OEM flex plate to fail. This typically occurs when the factory flex plate begins to crack around the center where it bolts to the crankshaft. This billet Tow & Race Series flex plate is constructed of forged billet steel for unmatched durability and strength. This flex plate is precision-balanced and SFI 29.3 approved, and is SFI 29.3 certified, and manufactured from billet steel forgings with a…

QU QUOIN, IL Customs Unlimited, a Michigan-based online one-stop-shop automotive lighting retailer, recently visited Big Shot Industries, an up-and-coming truck builder in the small rural town of Du Quoin, Illinois. Big shot industries has garnered industry-wide attention for their 2024 F350 dually build, nicknamed the "BIG TRUCK." THE LIFT, WHEELS, TIRES, & DETAILS The "BIG TRUCK" is lifted by the first complete 18" Elevate MFG lift designed for a 2024 F350 Dually, and boasts an eye-catching suspension with polished overlays atop a neon UV reactive orange powder coating. It sits on massive 30x16s in the front and pairs of 30x8.25 Liberty Forged Wheels in the back, wrapped in 44x16.50r30 fury MTU tires. The wheels complement the overall theme with matching powder-coated backs and windows, completed with "Big Shot Industries'powder-coated floaters.…

RAZZLE BERRY Holden Stortz of Perryville, Missouri is only 25 years old, but he has known this ’00 F350 his entire life. His dad purchased it when it was brand new, and in the past, he has witnessed this Ford being put to work (and knocked out of commission) multiple times. The truck has seen many high and low points throughout the years but has never stayed down for the count. Either Holden or his father has always been there to ensure that the F350 got the repairs it needed to get back on the road, but it wasn’t until recently when this truck took a drastic turn. “The story all started back in 2000 when my dad bought the truck at the local Ford dealership,” Holden says. “I was…

Are you looking to make your C10 stand out from the crowd? A way you can truly make your build one of a kind is with a custom bed floor that fits your project and your own unique style. With such a large canvas, you can really let your artistic side come out on full display. The steps below are just one of the many ways to get started and your creativity flowing! For custom sheetmetal work like we’ve shown here, you have quite a few ways to go about it. Most are just personal preference, meaning that beyond the basics, there’s no real “right” or “wrong” way to some of what’s shown. There are a ton of amazing fabricators out there who use many different techniques, so don’t be…

“I picked up this ’00 Ram 2500 NV5600 4x4 a few years back. It was in rough shape cosmetically, but the Cummins 24V was still running strong with tons of life left in it,” said owner Travis Smith. “Since then, I’ve added the comforts it lacked and cleaned it up a bit, and I use it for my mobile welding work. I upgraded the fuel system with an AirDog and 150% overs along with an Edge comp box. The truck has been great to me. As much as I want something newer, I fall in love with it every time I drive it.” 2000 Ram 2500 Owner: Travis Smith, Jacksonville, FL BUILD SHEET AIRDOG FUEL SYSTEM EDGE COMP BOX…

We know what you’re thinking—while it may be a very clean looking 2006 Dodge Ram 2500, since when does Diesel World feature stock-ish trucks? Well, we don’t; and despite appearances, this beautiful Ram, owned by Daniel Hargrove, is anything but stock. In fact, as “factory” as it may seem, this truck not only competes, but also stands out at Outlaw Diesel Super Series and Ultimate Callout Challenge events, not to mention puts up some seriously steep competition at local dyno events. Haling from Charlotte, Tennessee, Daniel works as a diesel mechanic, giving him the ultimate platform to know the ins and outs of diesel performance. And what better way to show your prowess and passion in the diesel world than to build the ultimate street and strip sleeper? With the…

“I WAS LIKE A KID ON CHRISTMAS MORNING THE DAYTHE CAR WAS DELIVERED …” You may recognize this 1962 Ford Galaxie Country Squire Wagon that was featured here in the magazine last year. While we did get all the technical information correct about this insanely cool car from Kodie Paxton and William “BJ” Boden, owners/operators of Acme Gas and Oil in Temperance, Michigan, we did miss some very important personal details behind the build that make the Galaxie so incredibly special. To help make amends and ensure that story is told in full, we have cleared the stage for Kodie to fill us in on the essential information that didn’t appear in the Galaxie’s last feature spread. When asked how she selected such a cool wagon platform to build, Kodie…

In a scene where there is such a definitive line drawn in the dirt that divides lowered and lifted trucks, it’s refreshing to meet a guy who proudly stands with a foot on BOTH sides. Cody Fordahl of Brentwood, California, is a dead-set Ford fan—and why wouldn’t he be based on the first four letters of his last name? He has Blue Oval heritage imbedded in his blood (although there is no relation, it just happens to be a cool coincidence). DIESEL HIGHBOY While there is no question about his brand loyalty, he didn’t bother choosing which type of truck to pledge his unwavering allegiance to. What he does spend most of his time focusing on is keeping his interests pure. He sticks to what he likes, which ranges within…

The late 1960s drew in founder Lonnie McCurry Sr’s passion for off-roading (Louisiana southern-style mud digging) into local mud truck racing. Lonnie, along with his wife, Nell recognized a need in the growing 4x4 community and opened up Lonnie McCurry’s 4-Wheel Drive Center—a small shop in their backyard. It started as a passion for growing the hobby that Lonnie and his friends enjoyed. Lonnie Sr. set out to design products that would redefine off-road capabilities, and eventually in 1974, he established Skyjacker Suspensions. This project would go on to become a transformative force in the off-road aftermarket industry, largely in part to the popularity of the dentside F-150 heavy-duty half-ton pickup. Today, Skyjacker has over 85,000 square-feet of combined facility space, over 50 employees, and three generations of family working…