Just want to let you guys know. I absolutely admire Diesel techs. Hard work, long hours, keeps the country fed. You guys are my heroes. I'm a simple HVAC tech, used to he a plumber. But I'm always fascinated by other trades as well. Thank you for all your hard work to keep the country moving.

@TheDieseldog

11 ай бұрын

🤘🏼 thanks brother. Keep up the hard work.

@roberthernandez6948

8 ай бұрын

​​@@TheDieseldog , I'm about to start taking diesel repair classes at college . Watching your videos really helps and motivates me . Wish me luck . Blessings and thank you .

@Dondadafrm1040

5 ай бұрын

I’m just coming out of high school I want to enroll in either hvac or diesel which do you think is better?

@Dondadafrm1040

5 ай бұрын

And do you think Evs would replace diesel?

@jamesboone3678

5 ай бұрын

@@Dondadafrm1040 definitely HVAC is better. Way better payed, and you don't get treated like crap like the diesel techs do.

Got enrolled in a diesel program and switching careers at 30..I'm excited to start this new journey

@TheDieseldog

Жыл бұрын

Awesome! I hope you like it 👌🏼

@StrongerThanBigfoot

Жыл бұрын

Be ready to work very hard and get very dirty. I'm 3 months in but I love it and can't wait till I'm on my own. Start saving your money now because you'll need a lot of it for tools. Also, don't get caught up in spending all your money on tool trucks. Most of my tools are from harbor freight and work great. I'm not spending money on overpriced snap on tools even though there are some good ones. Try and buy tools made in Taiwan or Japan.

@grzegorz16100

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 good luck

@jimmyk.9437

11 ай бұрын

Just to let you know it makes an old man of you pretty quick. Been doing it 25 years. 43 years old and body feels like it's 70. Just can't let the pay go!

@grzegorz16100

11 ай бұрын

@@jimmyk.9437 People should know that - that is why I'm spamming this channel with negative comment because The Dieseldog seems to think its all rainbow and unicorns. I decided to become a mechanic because of people like him and it is taking my joy of life away.

My next younger brother spent forty plus years as a diesel mechanic. at 66 he is pretty damn well shot. hard work in all kinds of weather called out in below zero weather probably a thousand times. It was what he loved so it was worth it to him. Oldest brother at 75 still operating his logging equipment full time. Doesnt need the money its a combination of both love of the job, and fear of dying if he stops I think. Its not for everyone man, I got dragged along as a kid myself and thought dang this aint for me. Kudos to ya.

@grzegorz16100

Жыл бұрын

Sucks big time!

Been a driver for 30 years. It's always a pleasure to come across a true professional that takes pride in their work. I appreciate mechanics like you keeping me rolling.

I love these videos man, You pretty much got me inspired to become a Diesel Tech. Like you say everyday is something different and you are 100% right. Got my first Diesel Tech job at 18 about 8 months ago and I love it. Thanks for sharing the video!

@grzegorz16100

Жыл бұрын

U mad?

I like these day in the life videos, it's nice to see what it's like as a diesel tech

Great video. My son is a 3rd year apprentice at Scania in Australia. He started when he was 16. He loves his job and Scania look after their staff. I am really proud of him and the career he has chosen. Take care mate and look forward to seeing other videos

The part there at the end of the video is why it is all worth it no matter what kind of job you work. You are a great dad and that is all it takes to be a dad is to just spend time with your family.

I’m a dealership technician commented a couple years ago right before I went to NADC I’m 20 years old been doing it for ALMOST 3 years now. It ain’t easy. I’m a small human as well some of this stuff weighs as much as me(no I’m not joking)😂however I’m more of a drivetrain guy now. Been watching these videos for a few years probably won’t stop watching em

@TheDieseldog

Жыл бұрын

Awesome man! Appreciate you watching 🙏🏼

I am a 20 year old female, fell in love with working on my 5 speed Cummins and when my dad inherited an 81 international 10 speed. I will be enrolling in a program in just a few months, I’m excited but also nervous just because its a male dominated field but it will all be worth it :)

@TheDieseldog

7 ай бұрын

Starting to see more women in the field. I say go for it.

@Halal-ye4yn

6 ай бұрын

Good luck I’m a 29 year old female & I start on Monday !

Great stuff! Enjoyed watching!

I got a hell of a lot of respect for yall I'm a automotive mechanic I couldn't imagine working on semi trucks like that but much love brother blue collar 4 life

@TheDieseldog

10 ай бұрын

I started out in auto for 6 years. Sometimes I miss it, but I enjoy working on these trucks.

Love these videos, Rick. I know it's probably not easy filming yourself like that. My boss wouldn't let me, I know that.

I love these kind of videos my man, my fave! Diesel Dog roo roo!

@TheDieseldog

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼

really like these day in the life videos

Hey thanks for taking us to work that was very interesting

Best advice is never stop learning ive worked with 80 year old dudes that get caught up in thinking experience is everything because theyvhave done it so long not true at all if you stop learning every day a better way there is no progress always have an open mind the easiest way is the hardest way and seriously keep your mind open you do noy need school half of the places want you to be open minded and asking questions there is no bad question i went from 14 an hour in 2019 to 59 a hour just sell yourself and never go lower than youre time is worth

I just got hired as a diesel tech came here to see what it's like after only working on small passenger vehicles

I think I’ve seen your guys pickup truck come to my dealership in Troy for parts. Keep up the amazing work 💯

@TheDieseldog

5 ай бұрын

Yes sir, we get parts from over there all the time!

Cool video id like to see more day in the lifes

Love you video man

I just came across your video, I am almost 40 and thinking about going to school for Diesel Mechanic. I didn't know your living in IL . I live here in IL myself

This is so cool

Just curious, what do you use to record your videos, and what kinda tripod do you use? Is your shop okay with you recording? I feel you on different things every day. Yesterday I was doing kingpins on an Isuzu, today I was diagnosing a bad park brake valve on a Volvo #VolvoLeadsTheWay, I'm finally branching out and learning Isuzu/Hino aswell as Volvo/Mack. It's always nice to know I'm expanding my knowledge, keep making the videos dude!

Those auto inflation systems seem to always blow out wheel seals… that little o-ring goes bad and pressurizes the hub

Coming to the end of my training, my resume is together,and searching on the job sites. I am seeing a lot of penske popping up are they a good company to start with until I get pm certification?

I'm 40 and am trying to get into the apprenticeship at Cummins. I'll know more after the 4th of July. I already passed their corporate (🤮🤣) assessment exam. I appreciate the video, keep them coming.

@grzegorz16100

Жыл бұрын

Unless you are super strong and healthy guy don't do it. It sucks big time?

@I_Died_2_Weeks_Ago

Жыл бұрын

@@grzegorz16100 Yeah, thankfully I have options. I'm leaning towards Ryder or Penske because they're fleet and their equipment is newer and decently maintained. I'm also testing the waters with WM, but Penske would probably be my first choice. I'd rather do preventive maintenance versus breakdown maintenance. As far as my health, I actually want this type of work to keep my body in shape. I've actually injured my back from sitting with my last career. I welcome the change. I was an Aviation Electrician in the Navy 16 years ago so I know what it's like. I've missed working in shop environments ever since.

@grzegorz16100

Жыл бұрын

You won't listen to me because nobody does but I feel like I have to tell you that... There is a book by Dr Sarno "Healing Back Pain " and it helps to heal pretty much 100%. But it's cheap and simple so nobody listens... I actually hate workshop environment- I find it depressing.

Being a diesel tech has its disadvantages but I’ll tell you what I love everything I do I work on all types of trucks Volvo especially and I rather be doing this and knowing my work means something then to be working in an office setting day after day..no disrespect to those guys but I rather be here thank God for this opportunity

@grzegorz16100

5 ай бұрын

I would rather be in the office.

Diesel dog where are located in illinois, it looks amazing out there

How do you stay so clean doing this job?I'm absolutely disgusting when I leave the shop lol. Any advice would be appreciated !

@TheDieseldog

9 ай бұрын

Depends what job I’m on, I get pretty filthy too.

just wait till you get older and you see your fiend's moving ahead and your still stuck as a mechanic you're going to kick yourself.

More vidoes!

I have a question. Got a 2000 f350 super duty 7.3 diesel. Whether cold or hot when you start it it dies. Let the glow plugs do their business and start again. Fires off but barely, then you gotta rev her up and she goes. Crazy thing is that once she starts and you drive it she’s good for all day no matter how many times you stop and start again. I’ve heard of something like the hpop or something like it where the fuel stays pooled and makes it hard to start the first time. Any ideas? I’m a 61 year old woman and I’d love to get it figured out. Thanks.

@connorspies

5 ай бұрын

What color is the smoke?

@robertoobregon3750

4 ай бұрын

Was having something similar with a 99.5 F350 7.3 PS. The alternator was starting to fail as the batteries were slowly draining. The diodes will start to leak back. But since the truck is going on 25 yrs and 282k miles it is time for some preventive maintenance. So far replaced the low pressure oil pump, then checked the water pump and the bearing was getting loose and also replaced the tensioner and idler pulley and belt. The driver side high pressure line was leaking at the fitting, got new orings at a hydraulics shop. From experience know that with time and heat cycles seals and orings bake then get hard and no longer seal. So next is to replace the injector orings and the valve stem seals. Also the high pressure pump seals and gaskets along with the other high pressure line orings. The other thing is to replace the low pressure oil pump regulator spring and ball, along with the a clean out/refurbish of the injector oil pressure regulator valve.

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I plan on being a diesel mechanic with little knowledge on how to work on cars other than the basic maintenance and an oil change. Would I be a good fit for it I’m excited but worried.

@mwi7046

Ай бұрын

Everybody starts somewhere

Going to school to learn to work on my own truck

hey man, I live in IL looking for semi mechanic. Do you do your own stuff or I gotta go to your shop? thanks!!

@TheDieseldog

9 ай бұрын

I really don’t like to do semi stuff on the side. I’d recommend getting work done at the shop.

Bro was looking for a Folgers sponsor 🤣

@TheDieseldog

29 күн бұрын

Lol yup

Do you need a CDL to be a diesel mechanic

How much do you make?

What’s your opinion on the Auto industry

@grzegorz16100

5 ай бұрын

Sucks

A hard working man with his family at the end of the day setting on the tailgate of his Pickup Truck eating water ice. If that’s not AMERICANA I don’t know what is.

yooo i’m finna start college im thinking bout becoming a diesel mechanic i’m 19 any advice for me

1:36 AM Mar 17 2024 Video : mechanic life 🧰

Work to hard for small pay .

@TheDieseldog

10 ай бұрын

We do ok

Im about to start with Penske as a tech 3

I'm 31 years old my uncle was mechanic unfortunately he passed and didn't get to teach me I got enrolled is this career harder than it looks I mean you got the lingo down how long or what advice can you give to me I'm from San Antonio TX God bless you and your family brother

I am a 20 year old female, fell in love with working on my 5 speed Cummins and when my dad inherited an 81 international 10 speed. I will be enrolling in a program in just a few months, I’m excited but also nervous just because its a male dominated field but it will all be worth it :)

@grzegorz16100

5 ай бұрын

Do you want to do it everyday 10 hours aday?