Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2025 i Diesel World

This past month has been a great one here at Diesel World! We’ve gotten some good wrench time with our editorial build, and we’ve been getting some AWESOME content that we can’t wait to show you in upcoming issues. As for this issue, we’re jam-packed full of new diesel builds that we are super stoked to show the world through our magazine. We really have something for everyone’s taste this month. I’m really excited to be working with someone else in the diesel scene who has been around for a while—Andrew Villabanca, also known as @avvblanc on IG or @JustDiesels on YouTube. This is a fanboy moment, I know, and we are finally getting a full breakdown on one of his trucks before it moves on to its new home.…

Building a SEMA show truck is no easy feat, even with months to complete it. But to have to switch gears and start a whole new build just a month and a half before the show? Well, that’s a whole different level of “not easy!” Such is the story of this beautiful 2019 Ford F-250 named Bombshell. Owned and built by Amber Zanella and her husband Travis Zinner of Apache Junction, Arizona, this truck is a gorgeous showing of talent, determination, and tenacity. Amber and her husband own many companies, but one they are both particularly passionate about is ZZ Garage Co.—a custom automotive company specializing in hot rods, old trucks, and SEMA show builds. Under ZZ Garage Co., Amber and Travis had taken on the task of building a…

Emissions derates are an all-too-common occurrence on modern diesel trucks, but when a 67,000-mile 2020 Ram 2500 is throwing not only DPF performance and soot accumulation codes - but ash accumulation as well, it will raise some questions. With low miles and idle time, this system should have plenty of life left in it. Through testing, it was confirmed that the DPF was in fact plugged. Typically, there is an upstream issue that is the root cause of these problems, but with air, fuel, and turbocharger systems looking to be performing as they should and no supplemental codes, it made for a head-scratcher. If you’re a 5th gen RAM owner, chances are that you’ve heard of (and lost sleep over) the issues with their hydraulic lifters. It may sound like…

Carley Staples comes from a long line of second-gen Dodge RAM owners. Her dad, Billy, and brother, Colby, both drive one, and she was just itching to get in on the action too. “Once they got their trucks, I knew I had to get one so we could become the ultimate ‘second-gen family,’” Carley states. “That’s when my build began.” Lucky for Carley, her dad, brother, and husband, David Wells, were all on onboard to help build her own second-gen RAM. To kick off the process, Billy opened the hood and began cleaning up the factory 5.9L Cummins straight in-line six. He made some adjustments to increase horsepower and torque, including a DAP intake horn, a straight pipe 5-inch exhaust system, and some minor painted details. The transmission was given…

With bigger power comes bigger responsibility—or something like that. Today we’re checking up on our editorial build—Stock to Not! We’ve been traveling and driving this truck as much as possible before we sacrifice our summer cruising ability to tear this unit down for the SEMA show. On our way to the Ultimate Callout Challenge, about 75 miles from Indianapolis (a lot closer to there than I am to home), my transmission started making a humming noise when it was decelerating and was shifting insanely hard into overdrive. I did what anyone would do—just write it off and finish the last of an 8-hour drive to one of the best diesel-catered events in the country! Showing up to an event thinking the worst has happened to your truck is not the…

01 2015-2016 ALLISON T87 TCM Dan’s brand new pre-programmed TCM comes with your choice of either OEM factory calibrations or its enhanced calibrations. The benefits of Dan’s enhanced TCM include: • Improved throttle response • Revised shift strategies for better shift RPM and quality • Improved torque converter lock-up • Increased MPG • Extended transmission life • Works with factory or aftermarket ECM programming • This plug-and-play TCM is delivered right to your door and takes roughly 5 minutes to install • No dealer visit • No core required • Limited lifetime warranty DAN’S DIESEL PERFORMANCE WWW.DANSDIESELPERFORMANCE.COM 02 2001-2005 2500/3500 DURAMAX 4-INCH CAT-BACK EXHAUST Designed to provide maximum performance and value to the Armor Lite Series, this exhaust system from MBRP features 100% aluminized steel at a no-nonsense price. These systems are…

When the NHRDA rolls into town, you know it’s going to be a party—and the 2025 edition of Truckin’ in Tulsa was exactly that. Held May 16–17 at Tulsa Raceway Park, this stop on the National Hot Rod Diesel Association tour brought together the best of both worlds: Side-by-side diesel drag racing and an absolutely stacked pickup truck show. The action kicked off Friday afternoon as racers, vendors, and haulers rolled through the gates. Early evening grudge matches and dyno runs fired up the crowd and set the tone for what would be a full-throttle weekend. But it was the Big Rig Light Show that stole the spotlight Friday night as rows of lit-up semis gleaming with chrome, strobes, and custom lighting lined up glowing under the Oklahoma sky. Saturday…

When Brendan Schaub isn’t breaking down fights or cracking jokes behind a podcast mic, he’s wrenching on something serious or promoting his newest brand, Drive Fast, All Gas. Known for his time in the UFC and now as a podcaster and hardcore truck enthusiast, Brendan’s a true gearhead at heart, and he’s just unveiled a rig that’s raising eyebrows across the diesel scene-this fully built 2005 AM General H1 Humvee powered by a 6.0L Power Stroke. Yeah, you read that right. This beast isn’t just some cosmetic resto, it’s a groundup custom project pieced together by Brendan and the crew at SIG Motorsports in Downey, California. The goal? Build something no one else has. Mission accomplished. Starting with a genuine U.S. Army-issued Desert Tan H1, the team ditched the factory…

For most of us, a diesel truck needs to fill more than the role it was originally intended for. We use them for daily driving, road trips, loading up the family, off-roading, and still need them to balance all that with their normal hauling and towing duties. It’s a lot to ask, and most stock trucks fall a little short on some of those orders. Enter Andrew’s 2020 RAM 2500 Mega Cab. Built to do literally anything he can throw at it and look good doing it, this truck is the perfect example of not wanting to accept “good enough.” This Mega Cab started life as a custom order 2020 Olive Green Pearl Laramie trim Dodge RAM 2500 Cummins. From there, Andrew set out to improve its off-road performance, so…

If you’ve been anywhere near the diesel YouTube rabbit hole and haven’t seen DurtyMax Jack (@DurtymaxJack), I’m not sure what digital planet you’re on. With roughly 372K subscribers, Jack’s essentially built a brand around working hard and playing harder. From humble beginnings, Jack has always been forward about the idea that working hard and staying true to yourself, your family, and your values will take you anywhere you want to go in life, and boy is he right. Perhaps one of the things that makes Jack so unique though is that he’s not just into Duramax trucks despite his name. Jack has an extensive history of building incredible trucks from 4-digit horsepower cummins rocketships to incredibly clean lifted GMC’s on 14 wides. Plus, while the majority of the world is…

In the realm of high-performance marine engineering, the XSR48 from XSMG Marine stands as a testament to innovation, seamlessly blending supercar aesthetics with unparalleled diesel power. Dubbed the “Bugatti Veyron of the Sea,” this 48-foot beast redefined expectations for diesel-powered vessels, setting new benchmarks in speed, design, and luxury. Coming in at a cool $2.05 million dollars, the XSR48 set the standard for extreme power intertwined with luxury. At the heart of the XSR48 are 11.3-liter Isotta Fraschini L1306 twin-turbo diesel engines, delivering a combined output of up to 2,000 horsepower and 2500+lb-ft of torque. This formidable setup propels the vessel to speeds approaching 85 knots (approximately 98 mph), positioning it among the fastest diesel boats ever constructed. The integration of a ZF 312 two-speed gearbox and ZF Trimax 2200…

The truck you are currently feasting your eyes on is a treat on so many levels. When Kevin Callaway decided to go all-in on his 1993 Dodge D250 build, he had a very tall list of features he wanted to include on the project. He also had a very restrictive budget, so Kevin knew from the jump that he was going to have to get creative and basically handle all the design and labor duties to keep his costs down. The combination of Kevin having a mechanical engineering background, as well as having a lifelong interest in dirt bikes, ATVs, and RZRs, only solidified that the outcome of his project would result in a well-designed, war-ready rig. From the start, Kevin was dead set on blasting his Dodge apart so…

New York’s largest truck meet Diesels of New York was back again with their annual 2025 Season Opener Truck Meet hosting 12,000 spectators & 30+ vendors with almost over 5,000 trucks! From lifted to lowered, and even big rigs. Many of these drivers came from states all across the USADSLNY hosts their events with high HP competition dominating their burnout box & mobile dyno with 1,000+ HP diesel pickups taking home the winning trophy & prize money! Every year they continue to surpass their goal of their past attendance at the Orange County Fair Speedway. This rowdy truck event is one of many across the USA that is worth the haul. The diesel season wasted no time coming to life in 2025 as the Diesels of New York Season Opener…

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…

October 4-5, 2025 CALIFORNIA TRUCKING SHOW Ontario, CA October 10, 2025 LARGECARMAG SOUTHERN CLASSIC TRUCK SHOW Raphine, VA October 10-11, 2025 HUB CITY DIRT DRAGS 2025 Mansfield, OH October 24-25, 2025 FP TRUCK FEST 4.0 Jamestown, TN October 24-25, 2025 DIESELS IN DARK CORNERS Plains, GA November 4-7, 2025 THE SEMA SHOW Las Vegas, NV November 8, 2025 STARS, STRIPES & WHITE LINES Atlanta, GA November 15, 2025 THE OUTSIDERS TRUCK SHOW Philadelphia, MS December 6, 2025 SMALL TOWN GETDOWN Inverness, FL December 11-13, 2025 PRI SHOW 2025 Indianapolis, IN DO YOU OWN OR RUN AN EVENT IN THE DIESEL WORLD? Add your event to our directory at www.motortopia.com/event-directory so we can keep this list up to date month to month!”…