Idle Chatter: Hot Rod Farmer

Latest Episodes
How to accurately determine the size of round orifices. 908-652-0154
Originally published 5/13/2020. Why your farm needs a pin gauge set.
The need to service the EGR valve and intercooler. 908-652-0154. Aired 3/1/25
Even though often overlooked, these two important parts of a diesel require service.
Will Lee Zeldin’s EPA be what we need it to be? 908-652-0154
If Ray could get the ear of Mr. Zeldin, this is only some of what he would say.
Making sense of exhaust manifold failures. 908-652-0154
Originally published 5/6/2020. The lowly manifold is trouble-free no more!
The tools you need to maintain modern batteries. 908-652-0154. Aired 2/22/25
Modern farm equipment and vehicles depend on a fully functional charging circuit.
The need to eradicate intake valve deposits (IVD). 908-652-0154
This week Ray takes a very deep dive into IVD formation and what you need to do to mitigate its impact on an engine.
Taking the mystery out of calibration. 908-652-0154.
Originally published 4/29/2020. Understanding how on-farm electronic controllers make a decision.
Understanding why O-rings are different colors. 908-652-0154. Aired 2/15/25
In this episode the color code is explained.
If nothing makes a difference…why is there a difference? 908-652-0154
Simple steps in both farming and machinery pay huge dividends. Why do most farmers refuse to recognize this fact?
The secret life of an engine’s water pump. 908-652-0154
Originally published 4.22.2020 What you need to know to make it last and fix it once.