jester0401

Hi all,

I am going to pick up the truck tomorrow. I am going to by at minimum a pyro, boost to 60psi and maybe an electric FP gauge to at least 60psi. I will look for the KDP and then upgrade if it needs it. No one has really addressed the problem about having a 97 CA with EGR. I will call TST and see what the deal with that is and if I can get the plate I am going with #11 as to not give my clutch to much power and have it start to slip.

Thanks
-Jesse

displacedtexan

My understanding is that a TST kit takes away the CARB certification. It should run just fine with it, just not be emissions compliant.

Also I would suggest a mechanical FP gauge, they tend o b much cheaper and more reliable.

Sounds good though

jester0401

Ok,
I am fine with the truck not to emission standards.
Do I need to get a Isolator with the mechanical as recomended?
Thanks
-Jesse

infidel

Only use an isolator if you want a fuel pressure gauge that isn't accurate or reliable. Isolators are a waste of money and the source of many problems.

SoTexRattler

Sage advice!!!

Been there, done that, (the hard way)
Cracked return hose can sure spew a LOT of #2D up and down the Interstate!!!
Your truck is of "that age" too! More fun to do it under YOUR shadetree than in a parkinglot with no tools or beer .

K.

jester0401

Hi All,

I have the truck now and will post some pics later today. The plan is gauges and KDP first and fuel lines. If possible I am going to buy a #11 plate from TST and hopefully it will work on my vehicle a 97 ca. I haven’t had a chance to see if the EGR is still on or not. I understand the legal logistics.

Thanks
-Jesse

jester0401

Hi all,

The pics are here I will post more when I clean her up more. I have purchased A TST power kit with#11 fuel plate with KDP and a 2-gauge cluster pyro and 60 boost. I decided not to get the fuel pressure gauge tell later. Have pics at this link http://www.flickr.com/photos/1341587...7594487818786/ Tell me if you see any thing wrong or an area that might need help please.

Thanks
-Jesse

Monkey 456

Nice looking truck.

jester0401

Thanks needs a little work but looks good

DL1221

Yes, very nice truck.

Be carefully with your EGR valve, the crossover tube can get very hot and set your hood insulation on fire. Make sure the insulation is not sagging and that it doesn't rub on the crossover tube.

jester0401

Hi all,
I have bought the KDP and #6 plate for my truck with a boost and pyro. I am halfway trough the KDP job; I pulled the radiator that made the job way simpler. Also am going to do some maintenance why I am in there oil + filter, coolant, fuel filter + pre pump filter. Just working on it all weekend to get her cleaned up and going good

-Jesse

displacedtexan

Sounds good. You won't recognize your truck when you are done. Now to get a GSK in there

Be sure and clean the radiator good while you have it out.

jester0401

Thanks displacedtexan,
Will do, I think I will be happy with the 3000GSK. Yup the radiator needs it.

displacedtexan

Yeah, you will LOVE the GSK. The wider powerband is so nice. Especially for towing.

jester0401

I killed the KDP and a coolant change. Now on to the fuel plate and gauges tomorrow!
-Jesse