Introduction The 6.4L Powerstroke, found in 2008-2010 Ford Super Duty trucks, was designed to be an improvement over its problematic predecessor, the 6.0L. With features like high-pressure common-rail fuel injection, a twin-turbo setup, and increased displacement, this engine aimed to deliver more power and reliability. However, despite these advancements, the 6.4L suffered from a range […] The post 2008-2010 Ford 6.4L Powerstroke Buyer’s Guide appeared first on Choate Engineering Performance ..read more

Why Your Diesel Truck Deserves the Upgrade of a Choate Engine Did you know it takes our team over 150 hours to build an engine?! That’s the kind of time and care most people simply don’t have. If you were to do it yourself, spending an hour or two after work or on weekends, you’d […] The post Why Your Diesel Truck Deserves the Upgrade of a Choate Engine appeared first on Choate Engineering Performance ..read more

The Horror Story:  Diesel Engine Enthusiasts In 2012 we started a full diesel repair shop for the diesel community. Our First shop is pictured above. Powerstroke, Cummins, and Duramax.  Eventually, we transitioned into building complete diesel engines along with still running the repair side but we were facing a few issues.  The drive to our […] The post Diesel Engine Horror Story appeared first on Choate Engineering Performance ..read more

? Expanding our lineup: Now offering KC Turbo Products! ? If you’ve been dealing with repeated stock turbo failures—whether on Powerstroke, Cummins, or Duramax engines—it’s time to consider an upgrade. But choosing the right turbo isn’t as simple as going bigger. With so many options available, including complete VGT turbos, Whistler turbos, and 5-inch turbo-back […] The post Now Selling KC Turbo Products appeared first on Choate Engineering Performance ..read more

At Choate Engineering Performance, we understand the critical role your diesel engine plays in your daily operations, whether you’re driving a Powerstroke, Caterpillar, Duramax, or Cummins platform. Diesel Engine failures, especially involving the cylinder heads, can be devastating and, if not addressed promptly, lead to serious damage and downtime. That’s why we’ve designed our Diesel […] The post In-Depth Guide to Diagnosing Diesel Cylinder Head Failures on Powerstroke, Duramax, and Cummins Engines appeared first on Choate Engineering Performance ..read more

The Ultimate Guide to Diesel Engine Rebuild Kits: Powerstroke, Cummins, and Duramax We are thrilled to announce the release of our brand-new line of diesel engine overhaul kits at Choate Engineering Performance! Whether you own a Powerstroke, Cummins, or Duramax, our comprehensive diesel overhaul kits are designed to make your rebuild process smoother, more efficient, […] The post Long Block Rebuild/Overhaul Kits appeared first on Choate Engineering Performance ..read more

Choate Engineering Performance Cylinder Heads: Power Your Diesel with the Best of the Best When you’re behind the wheel of your diesel truck, you want to know that every part under the hood is built to handle the grind. Whether you’re hauling heavy loads, pushing through tough terrain, or just need something you can rely […] The post Unlock Power: Daily Driver, Workhorse & Workhorse Plus Cylinder Heads appeared first on Choate Engineering Performance ..read more

6.0L Ford Powerstroke Diesel Engine Problems! The 6.0L Ford Powerstroke Engine has been around since the late 2003’s. And Choate Engineering Performance has been working on them shortly since they came out of warrany. It came about because of a change in emissions from the EPA. The 7.3L Ford Powerstroke was known and loved by  […] The post Everything you should know about your 6.0L appeared first on Choate Engineering Performance ..read more

The 6.7 Powerstroke has been a solid platform for Ford, for the most part. However, sometimes catastrophic engine failures necessitate a replacement. At Choate Engineering Performance, we elevate the stock engine to new heights on all our builds. Two of our most popular builds are the Daily Driver and the Workhorse. At Choate Diesel Solutions, […] The post 6.7 Powerstroke Daily Driver vs. Workhorse: Which One is Right for You? appeared first on Choate Engineering Performance ..read more

It’s highly likely if you have a 7.3L and are looking for answers to some of your issues you may be searching words like “white smoke” or “low compression”. These are not uncommon issues to the 7.3L And you may see that white smoke appears a lot worse if you live in cooler climates. Many guys replace their glow plugs in hope of getting rid of this rough idle, and white smoke in the mornings. But unfortunately, low compression can’t be resolved with glow plug replacement. The auto-ignition temperature of diesel is 430 degrees fahrenheite, so having the cylinders warmed by the glow plugs are ..read more