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Old Sep 21, 2007 | 11:11 AM
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Need Advice for Upgrades

Based on my signature, I'm not really to sure whats the next upgrade to add that supports my setup. Ultimately I want a good towing machine, hopefully between 500-550hp, I don't get into boosted launches, racing or sled pulling. The truck is considered a daily driver, but I want something that is fun to drive as well. I'm open to all opinions....thanks...
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Old Sep 21, 2007 | 11:18 AM
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turbo and exst manfold will help with your towing in the turbo spool up i run a silver 62 gen 3 and love it spools up quick and with my other mods the truck is a beast when it needs to be
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Old Sep 21, 2007 | 11:24 AM
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I think the turbo he has would be sufficient for 500 h.p.

How about some Flux 1 injectors?
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Old Sep 21, 2007 | 11:49 AM
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I think the turbo he has would be sufficient for 500 h.p.

How about some Flux 1 injectors?
Yep I've been looking at those Flux 1's, they look like a good upgrade, but what about fueling with the Flux 1's? For what I'm asking would the stock cp3 handle things?
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Old Sep 21, 2007 | 05:31 PM
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I think the stock cp3 will be fine. The stock lift pump probably couldn't keep up, but looks like you already have that covered.
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Old Sep 21, 2007 | 09:50 PM
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well I know the intercooler/aftercooler is always a good upgrade but when is it necessary, darn things are expensive, thanks ptgarcia for your input...
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Old Sep 21, 2007 | 09:58 PM
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Maybe you should hit the dyno first. Seems to me you ought to be about 500hp right now.
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Old Sep 21, 2007 | 11:08 PM
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Originally Posted by omaharam
Maybe you should hit the dyno first. Seems to me you ought to be about 500hp right now.
Actually I did hit the dyno already before I installed the HTB2, I was at 430hp/862 running the Diablo Puc/Predator Stack (Extreme mode non rkl). I like the Triple Dog better but I don't feel the same HP from it, I'm hoping they come up with some more pressure.
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Old Sep 21, 2007 | 11:14 PM
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Originally Posted by ropnjessi
well I know the intercooler/aftercooler is always a good upgrade but when is it necessary, darn things are expensive, thanks ptgarcia for your input...

Your welcome! Wish I had the money 'cause I'd get your turbo and a set of Flux 1 injectors. Those are going to be my final power enhancing mods.
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Old Sep 21, 2007 | 11:18 PM
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Originally Posted by ptgarcia
Your welcome! Wish I had the money 'cause I'd get your turbo and a set of Flux 1 injectors. Those are going to be my final power enhancing mods.
I have to say I do like this turbo, after reading a whole lot and talking to a guy in my area here, he said he's tried a few different turbo's but went back to the HTB2, it spooled the best and was a good pulling turbo...
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Old Sep 22, 2007 | 12:12 AM
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Smarty!!!!!
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Old Sep 22, 2007 | 12:21 AM
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are you running the Crazy Larry? With that you should definately be over 500HP.
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Old Sep 22, 2007 | 08:52 AM
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Originally Posted by Billm2004
are you running the Crazy Larry? With that you should definately be over 500HP.
Yep running the Crazy Larry now, with low end turned on, I noticed in the mid to high range things kind of flattened out under full throttle (60-80mph), so I turn TM of and that seemed to take care of that. I'm just a little nervous to run with no TM all the time.
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Old Sep 22, 2007 | 09:24 AM
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A dual feed line And an mp-8 will get you to your mark and will bee good fueling for towing. That 62-12 you have will definatly get hot thow. I would look into getting getting a 62-14 or 62-13ss because high tech will take care of you. Keep in mind that around 500-550hp the cooling system starts to have a hard time keeping up. My turbo actually works great for towing and never really gets hot.
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Old Sep 22, 2007 | 01:52 PM
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What you need,... IMO

1) A SMARTY BETA or equivalent power (I like the 4.2 best)

2) Lose your lift pump and get a Mitusa, FASS or GDP.

3) Lose your turbo for upgade to a 64/71/13 SS

4) Get a quality intake

5) Your stock cp3 will get you there fine.


That will put you at the top end of your goal and you'll be able to tow like crazy.
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