Buying A USED CUMMINS Diesel !! What I look for when BUYING

[@Demboys08]

Who's watching this in 2024

[@kaalvoet4796]

I am...I'm watching the whole channel for about the 4th time

[@ryanwillison4977]

You best believe I’ll quit watching any other video when I get the notifications for Weston’s videos

[@felonyflyer3460]

Ryan Willison amen

[@FloridaMadeMike]

He puts a ALOT of info/knowledge in a short segment. Keep doing what ur doing Westen!

[@dalegnodle2630]

Practical real world advice. And funny! My favorite diesel channel.

[@charlesbowman210]

Hell right

[@DeerPlot]

I feel this

[@Max-nh3gp]

This guy is funny. Makes learning shit actually entertaining. Good job man!

[@greggiroux9432]

Weston the man is the reason I bought my ram 3500 mega cab dully 6.7. Legend

[@NordMN]

I've worked with diesel trucks for about 6 years and i currently work at a semi truck dealership and all we work with are diesel motors. This video is a GREAT reference for anyone out there looking at a used diesel truck. Diesels are awesome! But there's a lot that can go bad on the engines, especially with the newer aftertreatment systems on them. They can be a blessing and a curse. Stay informed and know what you're spending your money on! Awesome tips Westen Champlin!

[@WestenChamplin]

Thanks man! Its always nice when someone with some expertise thinks it a good video ;)

[@joshuachiodini9769]

"We're good, we're good, we're good, we're good, nah it broke. That's how it works." lol

[@nou8257]

My life in a nutshell.

[@bbruuse]

@@nou8257 OMG I hate that shitty dark cloud, WHY? Does life throw them curve balls that totally ruin you're day?

[@sonnydee5135]

I came here to write this lol

[@jaydubb5788]

He is god damn right! It doesn’t matter if it’s an 18 wheeler or a four wheeler! Those emissions systems are killing diesel trucks!

[@Formerlywarmer]

that was me last week...2015 ram 3500 with 130K trouble free miles...not even a belt ... just normal service.....flagged DEF fault started counting down from 150 miles to limp mode and i was 140 miles from home.....2 days and $2800 later that entire systems in the scrap pile....wish id done it when the warranty ran out

[@TrashPanda5150]

There should be some pressure in the radiator after running the engine a bit. but like you said, there shouldn't be bubbles or instant high pressure after starting. Take along a pressure tester. connect it to a cold radiator (don't pressurize it) and run the engine and see how fast pressure builds on the gauge.

[@jeepindave5464]

Clifford is celebrating Christmas early with those dash lights.

[@DeerPlot]

@ChipperParrot What do you prefer?

[@jeepindave5464]

@ChipperParrot i sold my lbz. I did throw 2 wheel bearings due to front wheel sensors were starting to skip at low speeds. It was a good truck, but i got tired of driving a 3/4 ton.

[@daltonbrown785]

Thanks for the videos and tips! I owned a 12v Cummins and sold it a few years back... kicking my self now that I’m seeing the prices on some of them nowadays! Almost every single thing you went through , every issue... I had with my first Cummins truck! Now thanks to experience and some knowledge I’ll be more vigilant in finding a great running diesel!

[@brokerhc]

One of the best explanations I have ever watched on what to look for when checking a diesel powered vehicle.

[@mikedillon6233]

Man this information is pure gold! Thank you very much!

[@DaSteeJ07]

Easily the most helpful buying a truck video I have ever seen

[@Wlp42]

Thank you Weston I really appreciate the kindness n thought you put into this video. I break gaskets with your humor in these videos too. Keep it up man!

[@17industries42]

You are honestly one of the most knowledgable people on the internet about diesel trucks. These tips were great. Thanks so much.

[@ramtrucks721]

Kiss ass

[@iiirbob]

Bought My very first 6.7 yesterday and your videos got me excited about a diesel truck awhile back and gave me buying confidence.

[@mosinw5301]

Gotta say Ive never been a dodge fan . But i do know that Cummins are Good Motors. Had a 1995 7.3 powerstroker hard starting SOB in the winter good ol truck though. Awesome videos cant wait for the Fummins build !!!!!!!!

[@Ridgeroader]

Great list. Being a complete diesel noob, I never knew about 2/3 of this info. Thanks very much.

[@ridingwiththereids]

Make sure a diesel truck has matching batteries. If they've been replaced one at a time, use that as a negotiating piece. Bad batteries take out everything around them. Alternator/starter/batteries on a diesel get expensive

[@ridingwiththereids]

@@stuartgergen830 that doesn't make any sense. So you owned the truck, and then "someone" leased it, and THEN "someone" put "car batteries in it"??? Lol, what in the f@wk does that even mean?

[@scottmichael3745]

As a mechanic for the last 28 years you REALLY bring up a good point!!! Well stated my friend.

[@sergjavier1582]

I don’t even own a diesel but I love learning and watching your videos sir. I’m a Hemi man myself but love the power and sound diesel create. Very informative video bro! Subscribed

[@MrJayglass07]

Nice coverage on used diesel truck motors. All this comes in handy. Kinda like never buy a truck at night. Don’t buy a truck built on Friday’s. And never be afraid to walk away. There other trucks out there

[@KA-om9oz]

Your forgot never buy a truck off a homeless ladyboy

[@marcfournier823]

This was really useful and informative. There should be a class action lawsuit against the EPA, and oil companies for damage to consumer goods due to emmissions controls. I'm saying fuel companies because they could make much cleaner burning fuel that would not require more than a catalytic converter.

[@281CubicInchesOfFreedom]

Quite timely as I’m gonna try and look at a Cummins soon!

[@WestenChamplin]

I must have great timing!

[@281CubicInchesOfFreedom]

Westen Champlin I’ll take it as a sign that I need to buy it! 😂

[@andylamm8634]

Westen Champlin what song is that in the beginning?? I can’t find it anywhere!

[@_ohmz_electric]

That’s why I’m here. Looking at a 17’ 6.7

[@bigcitymikex3390]

​@@andylamm8634 We'll Get There By And By - Johannes Hager feat. Noomi Thorstensson (2017)

[@chrisransdell8110]

Really appreciate this video. You don't assume people know anything in particular about these Cummins engines but it isn't condescending. This is what a teaching KZbin video should look like.

[@patrickrowland9282]

You're gonna get pressure and a small hiss from the coolant system when you remove the cap on a rad or degas bottle after it's been running. You could also burn yourself if it's hot enough and coolant sprays on you when you pop the cap

[@hidalguense11]

. He knows a lot to not to notice that little detail right there .

[@darryladams519]

Take off when you first crank it up.

[@duckco1]

Buddy you are spot on. I go threw a diesel truck every yr are so. From a 6.7 cummins to 6.6 duramax. And every time I buy i use these techniques. And they haven't failed me. I love your content. Keep up the good work.

[@crowtein677]

I don’t think it is cause you’re going through a diesel truck every year

[@leegenix]

I love your channel, Westen. I got worried about your bout from pneumonia. I had that as a kid and an adult. Originally from Texas and ended up here in California as a kid. Dad transferred as a jet mechanic is why. Been thinking of relocating to Wichita or back to Texas to get away from the nasty people in California. I figured with good, decent, honest folks like you, life may be enjoyable again. Cheers and thanks for knowledge and good times. I actually had a good time watching your vids. I spent time working on farms working the lands and drove heavy equipment. Please watch your health and well.

[@geoffkemp7]

As a soon to be cummins buyer, this was real useful. Thank you.

[@KraveSanity]

Did you ever guy a Cummins?

[@trevin1691]

For a young man you communicate like a great teacher. Love the comedy 2👍

[@Xiferr]

Can you make a video talking the basics of diesels for people with no knowledge on them. love ur vids

[@griller506]

This is the reason why I subscribed to this channel. Best review ever with all the information I wanted on my newish truck.

[@fredbulkley9747]

Great info. I almost bought a 130K Cummins for my current truck, but a few things just didn't feel quite right, and I don't know that much about diesels. Thanks for the breakdown. Keep up the awesome content!

[@josephmitchell204]

Wow thanks man! This is the most in depth diesel buying guide video I have found. I’m looking for my first diesel now and want to make sure I get a good one. Thanks again.

[@powderriver2424]

You gave some good advice it’s very good for a novice. The worst thing for for these modern diesels is using them as grocery getters short hops stop and go not getting them up to running temperature shutting them down etc. that’s what screws up emissions systems and put a hurt on the engine. Diesels are meant to work and drive deleting them is the only way to go, except now the EPA is on to this and the companies making delete kits are being messed with.

[@LukesGarage]

Not sure if anyone in the comments mentioned this but you left out that some trucks make oil. The 6.4 was bad about it. I’d pull the dipstick and smell. And on the 6.0, smell for coolant. I know that both can be hidden by an oil change. But you never know. I just sold my 6.0 with 205k on it and it still was strong. Instead of buying used I bought a new 2018. The dealer has a lot left and they are doing 15k off. Picked up a 2500 lone star, aka, bighorn crewcab 4x4 for 51k. It stickered for 65k. Love the channel. Very entertaining

[@blakefarmer8445]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. It’s nice to see a video that’s hands on and straight to the point. Keep up the good work! 👍🏻

[@yoyoyoyoyoyodbdidbejdbdnd7814]

Awesome video man I useto own a cummins 2 years I had it for fully modified for daily driver use etc I trade it in for a hemi 392. For anyone looking to get one it’s a great truck will start in any weather if u show love to it in return it will love ya. Two things I use the turbo whistle and going two weeks or more on a tank.

[@FishFind3000]

You also forgot your mention when starting the truck if the rpm has a fast spot during cranking you got low compression on a cylinder.

[@domvalenti3412]

FishFind3000 my circle of friends call it a dead skip of death

[@hooperboi5849]

What do you mean when the rpm “has a fast spot” during cranking? What am I looking/hearing for?

[@marcelo403polo2]

@@hooperboi5849 diesels typically crank like twice slower then gas motors. Thats due to way higher compression rate.

[@derek4real928]

@@marcelo403polo2 so if it crank quicker low compression?

[@marcelo403polo2]

@@derek4real928 it could be. Also depends batteries condition.

[@knote4958]

This transcends diesels and applies to ANY vehicle, but basically gauge the overall shape of the rig. See if the interior has many stains, busted trim pieces, or tears in fabric. See if the exterior has many dents, dings, or chips in paint (obviously some dings and chips are inevitable, but A LOT of em means it probably gets romped on)

[@VvGUNNERvV]

Actually just about to pull the trigger on a 2nd gen. Tips were helpful. Thanks!

[@ARKLITE881South]

Weston, you ARE THE MAN! I enjoy them very much! Your wealth of knowledge is amazing, you should be INSTRUCTING, great job of explaining what is WHAT!

[@gearhead4013]

You have an awesome channel and i throughly enjoy all of your content! I can’t believe I’m just now finding it. Keep the videos coming brother!

[@joegarage6132]

Another good video, I have been doing this for over 40 years, for your age you have some great knowledge. Thanks. I even have my 86 year old father in law watching you.

[@thesearcherman6652]

Could you please do a video like this on what you looked for when you purchased your corporate jet?

[@frankpatton3059]

Best video ever on diesels brother, thanks

[@avelezusmc7929]

It's always a good day when I learned something thanks for the video

[@MW2fanMRbusby]

Thank you sir. I appreciate you taking the time too do this video. It's helped me alot on buying a cummins

[@Backyardmech1]

😍 Nothing makes me happier than seeing a mastiff pup elephant go bursting through some dense brush in a happy run like the beginning of this video. 😁 I’m a dog person. BTW

[@melwooden2291]

Sure enjoyed listening to your channel. I have a 98 DODGE RAM 3500 DUALLY. I bought it new and it has 105000 miles on it. I am having a mechanic replace a main seal and clutch 5 speed and install a straight pipe 5 inch exhaust system... The truck is amazing and has never presented me with serious mechanical issues...Love your show and keep on giving us your most valuable information.. Thanks

[@crosshatching4835]

Western Chaplin finally has a Instagram and Facebook page! Now all we’re missing is a Twitter and a Premium Snapchat! 😂 Love the videos brother!

[@kevingarren5198]

Nice video Westen good practical sense. And your so right about EGR crap! Its fine, it's fine , it's broke! So true today and expensive.

[@ZerokillerOppel1]

"It came over on the Mayflower!...." dudeeeeee.....priceless!!

[@bernhard8540]

I do warn folks don't take the radiator cap off if you have driven the truck and it's warmed up because your gonna get burned badly. If you want to check for a bad head gasket just look into the coolant overflow tank and if it's darker colored then it has fuel mixed in it which means head gasket is bad or was and they didn't clean the system before fixing it. ❤️

[@loganx77]

It came over with the mayflower!!! Oh geeez I almost peed my pants... hahahaha... Awesome Weston!

[@scottmichael3745]

I forwarded this video to my buddy who's looking to buy a Cummings. He asked me about blow by, this summed it up well. Thank you!

[@wtcted7151]

Wish had them type of trucks here Much love from Ireland 🇨🇮

[@user-yd7mp3fp6o]

Wrong flag

[@user-hl7uv1hn2y]

This is the best diesel inspection vid I've in over 6 months of watching them!!!! One thing you said about the truck already being "warmed up" hiding an issue, I've talked to a few "salesman" that a ask "which truck do you want to see, I'll have it ready..." red flag!! Great video!!!!!

[@gingerd2098]

I don't own a truck, or have the means right now to get one. Yet here I am, just can't stop watching hahaha. Solid information in this video though. Very informative!

[@sonofthunder4156]

I'm a new subscriber and I'm really enjoying your vids! Keep up the good work 👍

[@dptp9lf]

I had a 2009 with the original diesel soot cooker.... what a piece of shit. I deleted the emissions at 40K (20K mi) and never looked back. Of course i risked no warranty but with that good ol cummins no problems! It has over 500K now and still working great! Great video man!

[@uncrumbledcooke623]

Buddy awesome video! Thank you so much. I’m currently looking to buy a diesel truck and this is an awesome tool set to have in mind. 👍🏻

[@PalmettoNDN]

Thank you for the videos. Deisels are 100% new to me. Trucks, tractor's, hauling, etc aren't but it's time to love up to deisel simply for how much longer they last and having the freedom to make my own fuel.

[@drem.9016]

I always get hyped when you post a video bro!!

[@mjg6377]

It is impressive how much you know about this stuff. 🙌

[@rowdy5.9L]

You should make some merch defiantly would buy Suggestions 1. She runs!!!!!! 2.Aint nothin to it, just to do it 3. Just like brand new

[@Wlp42]

I'd buy them!

[@rowdy5.9L]

@@Wlp42 so would I brotha

[@tylerdurden8939]

expertly cataloged.

[@wreckless1870]

I’d put #2 on a sticker

[@davidschafer544]

Have bunker branding. Im sure matt would be glad to have you.

[@kcwiand]

I own a Duramax and had to watch a Cummins video to learn anything and actually enjoy watching it! You need to roll with me when I buy my next diesel

[@90awdclipse]

Cooling systens by design build pressure. So having pressure in the cooling system isnt exactly a bad thing.

[@wilsonb6508]

DyingCrew it’s when it’s excessive pressure. I was impressed he was able to squeeze the hose after it was running. My D-max pos always has a hard upper rad hose cause of bad Head gaskets

[@90awdclipse]

@@wilsonb6508 yeah excessive pressure is never good. But it a hose is hard its not always a bad thing.

[@UnrealOG137]

It builds pressure when it's hot. It shouldn't build pressure when it's cold.

[@justinwilliams4891]

why was there no splash/pressure release when he removed the cap? was the truck not hot enough yet to build pressure?

[@capital7586]

Hey thanks a lot! I’m buying my Cummins by the end of the year and I’m completely lost/a beginner so I really appreciate this!

[@slowride55]

Only thing I disagree with is the radiator cap. The cooling system will build pressure fairly quickly and also you wouldn't want to remove the cap on a hot engine.

[@ladyco4395]

I concur, someone’s gonna get scalded!

[@Amaranthian450]

I’ve even taken off rad caps after sitting for weeks and they had pressure.

[@scottmichael3745]

I've been a mechanic for 28 years, if the radiator doesn't build "some" pressure that the cooling system has a leak. You guys are correct.

[@BBBYpsi]

My thoughts also

[@scottmichael3745]

@bill2526 bill2526 Well thank you for you comment, but all you did was restate my factual account in different words.... you are correct, but that's basically what I said, but reworded. I really have been doing this for 28 years, a 50/50 mixture gets you up to about 230 degree boiling point (don't quote me, it varies) and the pressure allows additional higher temps before boiling, say 240 to 250 (guessing). But the average car NEVER is designed to run over 215 (highest I've ever seen personally). But that's still stupid hot because of what it does to the NO'2 emissions. But cool you chimed in. Peace bro.

[@dilauroj94]

I looked at an 07 dodge 2500 with the 5.9 cummins yesterday. The man told me his nephew was driving it and heard a "clicking" and turned it off, now it won't crank. He was an honest guy, told me everything he knew about it, but he also said he just doesn't know much about engines. I found a hole in the side of the block, and he asked what would make that happen. When I told him his nephew was probably hotrodding it, he was pissed lol. I would have bought it, because he came off the price considerably, and it only had 140k, but damn those engines are expensive. 4-5k and a $1500 core? No thanks.

[@elcuh9827]

Thanks Man! Tomorrow imma double check and hopefully I buy my 4th! Excited to upload my video!

[@Ben-sv9op]

It’s interesting back in the day when someone drove a diesel it’s because actually worked with it today every kid has one .. In my opinion you get the best for your money when you buy them two years old or 1 year old with 20,000 miles.. you can get a 2019 for example with 40,000 or less miles for 48k . Or a 2015 with 140k . For 39$ they hold value it’s worth adding $100 to your monthly finance and maintain your truck the way it should be from the beginning Or at least closer to less Mile.. I purchased my 2017 F350 6.7 xlt dully with 18,000 miles . At the time it was about a year and a half old I payed 48k now 2021 I could probably get the same amount back I have 48,000 miles .. it’s worth leading the extra money upfront.. diesels for some reason hold amazing value when they’re 7 to 10 years old Best time to sell and if no mechanical problems Basically cost you 10 - 12 k to use a truck for eight years zero issues. Or ride it till the fucking wheels fall off... when you buy these old trucks there a money pit If a motor or something big goes they’re not worth anything put your money into a newer truck the money is there ... I had a 97 12 valve with 400,000 miles Long story short cost me 20 grand to operate the truck for four years I had it. That’s $500 a month you add another 200 a month and you’re in a brand new truck and the resell value is there ... when my motor blew on the 12 valve it was worth shit with 400k truck

[@brycegonzales4261]

PLEASE more of these types of videos!

[@kaidenheinrich5034]

Love the videos. Please keep making videos. the more content the better.

[@rileyshane78]

When buying a ram make sure you have enough money to fix everything except the diesel engine itself

[@mohammadhanon8370]

do a run down on all the trucks you own

[@777warhero]

I bet it would be a long video if he showed all the trucks on his property.

[@davidnakamoto7075]

he doesn't own one diesel truck

[@quantumcorp7464]

@@davidnakamoto7075 did you watch the video??

[@boondoc001]

Thanks for the solid advice. You're not the only GOT fan here

[@JOHNDOE17129]

Oooo my buddy lol you busted my gut so hard when you described the egr system failing because that's exactly how it goes

[@JOHNDOE17129]

(Were good were good were good nope its not) too good an nice little game of thrones pun too funny

[@vyper1502]

“ LIKE BRAND NEW “

[@Deadburd55]

Buying my first diesel tomorrow. Thank you for this. Lots of these videos but they never tell me if what I'm looking at is good or bad. Your video breaks it down great. You should do more like this

[@bingus4057]

Hows the diesel

[@America-First2024]

I could’ve used this information about ten days ago. 2008 Laramie with 218,000 miles. For $15k. Couldn’t figure out why the price was so low. Anyway, Great information! Great video! 👍🏻

[@diegodelatorre2373]

Bro best Chanel I've visited so far and I'm very picky

[@robertwebb539]

Winter is coming! GOT and you ROCK my friend! Lol.... Good info sir. Fummins is cummin....keep up the great vids...

[@rsandrews8115]

GREAT INFORMATION!!! I don't know everything about a Diesel, but I know more now. Good Job Westen! Yu actually got serious and did something really worth doing. Good For you. RS.

[@4literfandaniel373]

If a Cummins diesel ain’t leaking, it ain’t running. What my grandpa went by anyways😂😂😂

[@wushock92]

Nah, that's Detroit 2-strokes and Harleys.

[@mikebiro3148]

Mine is an 04 cummins 5.9 diesel , i made sure i ordered one before i got stuck with having to buy an emissions engine. I was a diesel mechanic and tech from 95 to 14, we were schooled on the first up and comming egr engines and warned by detroit diesel and cummins of the draw backs of the 04 and 10 systems comming up. That was in 2002 , they were telling us that the engines would run dirtier internally and their big issue was the engine oils to handle the increased heat and soot in the crankcase. The engines would loose 20% efficency on the 04 standard and 30 to 35 on the 2010 comming standard. They were correct in their projection , the 04 did get that reduction in fuel economy and the 10 did as well.

[@warpedone2]

Thanks for filming ~ keepem coming

[@irishsavage8715]

It’s actually less likely to have blow by once it’s warmed up metal parts expand and create a better seal once they’re warm.

[@SteelJM1]

Yeah except rings expand too due to them warming up. Too mich blowby cold or warm means the engine needs some TLC

[@martinchampagne9245]

I was eyeing that white dodge regular cab in the back ground.

[@meganwilley8843]

my red ram was named Clifford too. Man I miss that truck Great video!

[@joboss9511]

Thanks for this. I'm planning on hopefully buying a diesel truck soon.

[@wtbman]

13:38 There is this one weird trick where you bring a OBD dongle with you and an app on your phone and you look at the pid for last DPF regen mileage and it will give you a HUGE clue whether the DPF is functioning properly which is a symptom of a ton of emissions or engine related issues. If it's sub 100 miles or you track a significant increase on your test drive, walk away. Also read ALL DTCs including archived ones. This will give you a clue of past issues and hidden electrical issues. It will also tell you if a "non-stock ecu calibration is detected". Basically if the truck is emissions intact and it's been tuned, walk away because you'll likely have emissions problems.

[@mountainmanjim6366]

surprised you didn't talk about checking oil at the exhaust pipe, front end axle oils or suspension. These motors will be great, but everything else on the truck needs replaced. seen it dozens of times. sometimes the check book will get hit with 5k+ just in a turbo, and hub seals. I've seen brand new tires, on these dodge trucks, because everything up front is jacked, and they are just trying to get the truck gone, before it falls apart. buddy of mine, bought a 2006ish Dodge ram, brand new tires everything looked and sounded great, tires wore out in under 10k miles, and come to find out needed over 7k in the front end, on top of turbo bearings were going out, and having a shop rebuild with other work was another 2k. oil wasn't visible in exhaust on startup or running, but could see oil if looked down the tail pipe. I know this is generic for Cummins, but these dodges can be deceiving and even after being completely worn down, still drive fairly well, without a non Ram owner wouldn't know any better

[@matthewerwin4677]

Your buddy got screwed. You can get everything you need to rebuild the front end for under 2k. That's tie rods, wheel bearings, seals, ball joints, and u-joints. Not that difficult to do. Plenty of videos on here on how to do it.

[@mikestrucks]

What a beautiful doggie 🐕 😊👍

[@lisapruitt72]

6.7 cummins are very commonly known for blowing head gaskets especially if you have a factory exhaust brake and haul a lot.

[@keepout7439]

The Dog wants to Ride in a Truck, He's Happy looking, Peace

[@Jhnmor]

You were a little goofy in the beginning but you sure do know your Diesel. Great job !

[@ricksasek5483]

Thanks for the information on trucks

[@espi3324]

Thanks for not having a long winded intro and getting right to it.

[@mid-southmobilewash1548]

Great videos I love watching your videos I went back and watched all of them I keep them coming thanks again!!! I would like to get a hat even if I have to order it as be fine

[@donaldlykins4548]

I’ve done this so damn much in the last few weeks. This is a great video!