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Old 08-02-2011, 11:45 PM
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bd exhaust brake question

hey guys, well im wanting to go ahead with purchasing an exhaust brake for my truck, but i have stock valve springs, do i need to go with 60lb exhaust valve springs? or can i do it with out? and do you know if they make the exhaust brake for 5" piping, thats what i have stuffed in my rig as close as 8" from my turbo
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Have installed several BD brakes, and they have a lower spec for the brake pressure adjustment if you keep your factory springs. The brake just won't be as effective.
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it is very easy to change the exhaust springs the tool is only about $20 and takes about two hours. the last time i talked to bd they did not have one for the 5" but that was three years ago you could use two 5x4 adapters
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awsome thanks alot guys
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