Idle Chatter: Hot Rod Farmer

Latest Episodes
Exploring the causes of blow-by on diesel engines. 908-652-0154
Originally published 6/24/2020. This "second hand smoke" has far reaching implications. As mentioned in this podcast listen to "How engines make power", part one. http://farmma
Diesel fuel, Part 3. 908-652-0154. Aired 4/12/25
In this final installment farm fuel tank storage is discussed along with the important takeaways from parts one and two.
Is 300,000 miles the new 100,000? 908-652-0154
Today we often say that being 70 years old is like being 50 years back. Does the same apply to vehicles and farm machinery?
Hydraulic valve lifter 101. 908-652-0154
Originally published 6/17/2020. What you need to know for reliability.
Diesel fuel, Part 2. 908-652-0154. Aired 4/5/25
In this installment specific gravity and fuel density are explained.
Farmers, ethanol, tariffs, and the auto industry. 908-652-0154
Try as he did to avoid the topic, Ray shares his thoughts on fair trade with America.
Understanding EVAP system issues. 908-652-0154
Originally published 6/10/2020. Accurate diagnostics are essential.
Understanding diesel fuel, Part 1. 908-652-0154. Aired 3/29/25
This multi-part series in arguably the most comprehensive look at the fuel that is the life blood of agriculture.
A farmer’s guide to fluid mechanics. 908-652-0154
We are exposed to fluid dynamics in our daily life. In this episode Ray explains why it is important to at least recognize that fact.