Idle Chatter: Hot Rod Farmer

Recent Episodes

Hot Rod Farmer: Is there a hybrid in your future?

Posted June 1, 2022 • 01:16:05

I was never a fan of hybrid powertrains for those that live in a rural area. Driving the 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid has changed all of that for me. This...

Putting an old gas engine truck back into service. Aired 5/21/22

Posted May 28, 2022 • 00:29:59

Almost every farmer has an old gas truck hiding somewhere on the farm that they could put to good use if it ran properly. Well, that is the topic of this...

Hot Rod Farmer: How an EGR system can cause many engine problems.

Posted May 25, 2022 • 00:34:41

In this episode of Idle Chatter, Ray brings to light how a dysfunctional EGR system can impact how the engine is fueled, the injector or ignition timing,...

The special service needs of emergency vehicles. Aired 5/14/22

Posted May 21, 2022 • 00:29:58

Rural America has the heart of a servant. This week, the Hot Rod Farmer, Ray Bohacz, provides insight to the special service requirements for the vehicles...

Hot Rod Farmer: What your diesel engine is telling you.

Posted May 18, 2022 • 01:11:27

The combustion sound of a diesel engine is a true indicator of how the fuel is burning and must be recognized as a diagnostic tool. In this episode...