Car/Truck People - Page 2

RiDz · 07-08-2005, 09:36 PM

I'm a car man myself.

**johnsbod** · 07-08-2005, 10:19 PM

Ford hasn't made a diesel pickup without a turbo for quite some time. I believe 1994 was the last time. FYI a 4" exhaust is good up until about 450HP at the rear wheels on that engine. If you get a 5" you won't get any performance gains unless you get above that point and your powerband will move UP in RPM. If you decide to get a chip or tuner, make sure you get a pyrometer and mount the probe in the exhaust manifold. You'll also need a boost gauge (because of course you want to "adjust" the wastegate on the turbo

) and a transmission gauge wouldn't be a bad idea. If you want to add about 100HP to the rear wheels and improve fuel economy at the same time get propane injection. I'm considering doing that to mine. DO NOT put a K&N air filter on a turbo diesel, you will dust the engine. If you end up getting one get the intake from this company: http://www.tymarperformance.com/ Website is not up and running, but they are the best available intakes for that engine that ALSO keep dust out.

**Sholiz** · 07-08-2005, 10:30 PM

The propane looks awesome and I had ideas of doing it but pretty touchy science to keep burning temperatures in intake around 600 degrees though.

Pyro, tranny and boost I plan to add if I find a decent location!

Probally get a chip or a tuner to play with settings for HP/Torque/MPG settings. I wanna be able to get 20+ in city, I've seen people around 24-26 in city before :eek2:

**johnsbod** · 07-08-2005, 10:33 PM

Don't put a chip or tuner in without those gauges and an aftermarket intake (the one I mentioned earlier

). If the temps get too high, not only will the turbo get ruined but parts of the engine will start to melt. Before you get to play you need to make those mods. The temps can climb real quick on those engines with extra fuel, and cheap chips and tuners tend to burn hot.

Flowsybaby · 07-09-2005, 12:07 AM

banks six gun, with custom ram air hood and box!

**johnsbod** · 07-09-2005, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Flowsybaby

banks six gun, with custom ram air hood and box!

I can put together a much cheaper system that outperforms the Banks.

And for enough less money to pay for a propane injection system.

Flowsybaby · 07-09-2005, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by johnsbod

I can put together a much cheaper system that outperforms the Banks.

And for enough less money to pay for a propane injection system.

I'm sure. The price is outrageous. I'm not much a truck guy myself but still know some. I need a car.. BAD... Not some ricer or family car. V-8

**johnsbod** · 07-09-2005, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Flowsybaby

I'm sure. The price is outrageous. I'm not much a truck guy myself but still know some. I need a car.. BAD... Not some ricer or family car. V-8

One of these days I'm going to own one of these too...

**Sholiz** · 07-09-2005, 01:18 AM

Just for y'all to know, I've got a Pro-Street style 68 Camaro sitting in my garage. I just need to get my dad to title the pinkslip for me

If I get some money somehow, I'm gonna buy a 68 Camaro that's in town and needs a LOT of work but it's a solid frame + body. Trunk is solid but floor needs replacing. Streeeeeet that baby out, $10-15k worth of work haulin' around 600HP.

I'm dreaming, again.

Tron · 07-09-2005, 05:28 AM

I own 3 trucks. An F-250 diesel 130,000 miles. My personal truck. I have had no trouble with it and pull some serious loads with it. Was so happy with it I bought the wife a 2002 f-350 lariate, its a bit cushier than I like but still an awesome truck. I also have a 2003 chevy HD2500 that is a multi use vehicle, company and kids drive it. Has a 350. I like all three of them.

Here's link I did about trucks at bb.com the first three pictures are of my trucks. Take a look http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...ight=4x4+truck

Ghosting · 07-09-2005, 05:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sholiz

Just for y'all to know, I've got a Pro-Street style 68 Camaro sitting in my garage. I just need to get my dad to title the pinkslip for me

If I get some money somehow, I'm gonna buy a 68 Camaro that's in town and needs a LOT of work but it's a solid frame + body. Trunk is solid but floor needs replacing. Streeeeeet that baby out, $10-15k worth of work haulin' around 600HP.

I'm dreaming, again.

Johnsbod started swearing at the screen after reading that post.

Tron · 07-09-2005, 05:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sholiz

Just for y'all to know, I've got a Pro-Street style 68 Camaro sitting in my garage. I just need to get my dad to title the pinkslip for me

If I get some money somehow, I'm gonna buy a 68 Camaro that's in town and needs a LOT of work but it's a solid frame + body. Trunk is solid but floor needs replacing. Streeeeeet that baby out, $10-15k worth of work haulin' around 600HP.

I'm dreaming, again.

Very cool bro, always wanted my own muscle car to trick out. And the Camaro was always one that I thought rocked. Others were the 69 Plymouth Road Runner, or a 70 Charger. 69 stang would be nice. I was to young to buy one new, my first new car was a 75 Duster by then the magic was gone.

**johnsbod** · 07-09-2005, 05:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ghosting

Johnsbod started swearing at the screen after reading that post.

Nah, I'm happy with my current set of wheels.

Tron · 07-09-2005, 05:40 AM

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Originally Posted by johnsbod

It's a 1997 so yes, it is a 7.3 PSD. I'd love to trade it in for a new one but that damn thing just keeps running.

I've got 180K on it now and it runs like new. 250K miles on a diesel is comperable to about 100K on a gas engine so expect it to last a long time. The 99-03 versions of this engine are only slightly different, and they are all pretty stout. If you want to know the details of what they changed I'll post it for you. My parents have a 2000 and it tows great (they tow a 12K# fifth wheel RV).

Thats the same with mine. But I will say that I actually like driving my 97 better than my wifes 02 350. It could be that I have a lift and 35's on 10's and it just has a real solid feel especially towing a trailer. Best vehicle I've ever had. Body was mint untill last winter I had 3 deer run into the side and put a big dent in the back side panel. If I had hit em straight on I don't think it would have done anything but just go over them.

Vegeto · 07-09-2005, 05:40 AM

Alot of ford guys here...

Its too bad GM doesn't offer a straight axle on their HD trucks, cause I still like Chevy. Gas was $2.56 a gallon today, I might just trade in my old 1500 for a Toyota Prius.

Ghosting · 07-09-2005, 05:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnsbod

Nah, I'm happy with my current set of wheels.

I meant Sholiz posting he had a Chevy.

**johnsbod** · 07-09-2005, 05:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ghosting

I meant Sholiz posting he had a Chevy.

Well, I can live with Camaros. I don't like Chevy or Dodge trucks.

Ghosting · 07-09-2005, 05:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vegeto

Alot of ford guys here...

Its too bad GM doesn't offer a straight axle on their HD trucks, cause I still like Chevy. Gas was $2.56 a gallon today, I might just trade in my old 1500 for a Toyota Prius.

As opposed to independent rear suspension? A solid axel is a rougher ride, I dont get it.

Ghosting · 07-09-2005, 05:45 AM

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Originally Posted by johnsbod

Well, I can live with Camaros. I don't like Chevy or Dodge trucks.

Oh.

**johnsbod** · 07-09-2005, 05:45 AM

07-08-2005, 10:19 PM	#32
johnsbod Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Vienna, Austria Posts: 2,733 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 60	Ford hasn't made a diesel pickup without a turbo for quite some time. I believe 1994 was the last time. FYI a 4" exhaust is good up until about 450HP at the rear wheels on that engine. If you get a 5" you won't get any performance gains unless you get above that point and your powerband will move UP in RPM. If you decide to get a chip or tuner, make sure you get a pyrometer and mount the probe in the exhaust manifold. You'll also need a boost gauge (because of course you want to "adjust" the wastegate on the turbo ) and a transmission gauge wouldn't be a bad idea. If you want to add about 100HP to the rear wheels and improve fuel economy at the same time get propane injection. I'm considering doing that to mine. DO NOT put a K&N air filter on a turbo diesel, you will dust the engine. If you end up getting one get the intake from this company: http://www.tymarperformance.com/ Website is not up and running, but they are the best available intakes for that engine that ALSO keep dust out. __________________ Wenn Sie Deutsch sprechen können, posten Sie hier. Misc Perv #69

07-08-2005, 10:30 PM	#33
Sholiz Soldier In Progress Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 3,431 Recipes: 3 Rep Power: 230	The propane looks awesome and I had ideas of doing it but pretty touchy science to keep burning temperatures in intake around 600 degrees though. Pyro, tranny and boost I plan to add if I find a decent location! Probally get a chip or a tuner to play with settings for HP/Torque/MPG settings. I wanna be able to get 20+ in city, I've seen people around 24-26 in city before :eek2: __________________ You hear me before you see me, I got King Kong in the trunk

07-08-2005, 10:33 PM	#34
johnsbod Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Vienna, Austria Posts: 2,733 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 60	Don't put a chip or tuner in without those gauges and an aftermarket intake (the one I mentioned earlier ). If the temps get too high, not only will the turbo get ruined but parts of the engine will start to melt. Before you get to play you need to make those mods. The temps can climb real quick on those engines with extra fuel, and cheap chips and tuners tend to burn hot. __________________ Wenn Sie Deutsch sprechen können, posten Sie hier. Misc Perv #69

07-09-2005, 01:18 AM	#39
Sholiz Soldier In Progress Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 3,431 Recipes: 3 Rep Power: 230	Just for y'all to know, I've got a Pro-Street style 68 Camaro sitting in my garage. I just need to get my dad to title the pinkslip for me If I get some money somehow, I'm gonna buy a 68 Camaro that's in town and needs a LOT of work but it's a solid frame + body. Trunk is solid but floor needs replacing. Streeeeeet that baby out, $10-15k worth of work haulin' around 600HP. I'm dreaming, again. __________________ You hear me before you see me, I got King Kong in the trunk

07-09-2005, 05:28 AM	#40
Tron Pro Stature Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 102 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 5	I own 3 trucks. An F-250 diesel 130,000 miles. My personal truck. I have had no trouble with it and pull some serious loads with it. Was so happy with it I bought the wife a 2002 f-350 lariate, its a bit cushier than I like but still an awesome truck. I also have a 2003 chevy HD2500 that is a multi use vehicle, company and kids drive it. Has a 350. I like all three of them. Here's link I did about trucks at bb.com the first three pictures are of my trucks. Take a look http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...ight=4x4+truck __________________ known as mntbikedude on other forums

07-08-2005, 09:36 PM	#31
RiDz Pro Stature Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Near Sholiz Posts: 131 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 5	I'm a car man myself.

07-09-2005, 12:07 AM	#35
Flowsybaby Pro Stature Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 579 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 9	banks six gun, with custom ram air hood and box!

07-09-2005, 05:40 AM	#45
Vegeto blameless sinner Join Date: May 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 803 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 15	Alot of ford guys here... Its too bad GM doesn't offer a straight axle on their HD trucks, cause I still like Chevy. Gas was $2.56 a gallon today, I might just trade in my old 1500 for a Toyota Prius. __________________ ______________ ________________ ......Busy Training...... __________________ ________________ __________________

07-09-2005, 05:45 AM	#50
johnsbod Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Vienna, Austria Posts: 2,733 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 60