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WTF Friday
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Posted November 18 2011 12:08 PM by jason.thompson
The December 2011 issue of Diesel Power features me on the cover driving a tank. Never in my wildest dreams did I think this would happen to me one day.
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Who Really Created the First Open Top Vehicle
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Posted September 28 2011 10:38 AM by jason.thompson
About four or five years ago, I was working at a body shop in Minnesota. It was spring and I was jealous of other people's convertibles—so I made my own out of a Jeep Grand Cherokee. Jeep's aren't supposed to have...
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Funny Stories
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Posted February 4 2011 02:39 PM by Mike McGlothlin
The last few months I’ve been compiling the experiences and events that best left their mark on me since joining the Diesel Power team…
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Cummins Power For Demo Derby Car
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Posted September 10 2010 07:04 AM by Mike McGlothlin
Kind of sad to see a 5.9L used in a demo derby, but it is definitely out of the norm…
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Corn Everywhere
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Posted August 13 2010 01:09 PM by Mike McGlothlin
Since we’re approaching the harvest season, I thought this one would fit into the WTF Friday scheme…
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Poor Man’s PlayStation
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Posted May 21 2010 09:38 AM by Mike McGlothlin
Don’t ask me how I know this game exists, but it’s actually kind of fun. And this is your only weapon…
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More Redneck Engineering
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Posted April 30 2010 06:29 AM by Mike McGlothlin
A few more redneck engineering photos from my inbox…
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Improvise
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Posted April 23 2010 10:44 AM by Mike McGlothlin
Here’s a look at the best use for a handkerchief I’ve ever seen, and the ultimate GPS system to utilize in “hands free” states…
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Hot Tub, Custom Stereo, and an Ingenious Lawnmower
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Posted April 16 2010 10:54 AM by Mike McGlothlin
A little redneck engineering for you on your Friday after tax day…
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Pulled Over In A Tractor
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Posted April 9 2010 11:43 AM by Mike McGlothlin
We’ve all been pulled over by Johnny Law, but have you ever received a ticket while aboard a tractor?...
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Squirrely Dyno Run Looks A Bit Sketchy
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Posted March 26 2010 06:08 AM by Mike McGlothlin
Better tighten those straps down one more time boys…
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Hedge Trimming...
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Posted March 19 2010 09:17 AM by Mike McGlothlin
I just got this one the other day, and it’s priceless…
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GM Corrects Digital Sierra HD Ad
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Posted March 12 2010 03:20 PM by esanchez
A few days ago in a blog post, we pointed out an error in one of GM's Vibrant digital link ads. It listed a "6.2L Duramax." Well, just so we're not accused of being mean-spirited bullies, we though it would only be fair...
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Rock From The Sky?
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Posted March 12 2010 11:25 AM by Mike McGlothlin
I don’t even understand how that rock got there. Somebody is really good at Photoshopping. On the other hand, I buy the sinking ship scenario. Happy Friday...
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GM Ad Blooper on Diesel Power
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Posted March 11 2010 09:44 AM by esanchez
I was checking over the DP blogs, and rolled over one of those "Vibrant" text link ads. Usually, I just ignore them, if not outright activate AdBlock. But this one caught my eye. I knew about the 6.6 liter Duramax, and...
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