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IntroductionThe 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 of durability issues, including cracked pistons, blown head...

The Horror Story: Diesel Engine 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 machine shop was an hour away, and we...

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 be looking at 2-3 months – not to...

💥 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 exhaust systems, it’s essential to make an...