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  1. bowtiebutler956

    Inexpensive Drilled/Slotted Brake Rotors.

    I've known for awhile that I was going to need to do front brakes, as the pads were getting thin. My front rotor were cupped (looked the last owner had just slapped pads on without turning the rotor, maybe a couple times), which I've been known to do on occasion, especially on the "pain in the...
  2. bowtiebutler956

    Running Too Much Boost, And Blew A Head Gasket.

    Well, I think the title says it all. I've been trying to dial in my new hopped up IP. I retarded the timing a little, turned up the fuel screw 1/4 turn, and was playing with different boost levels. I ran it a couple times at 30 psi peaks just to see if it made much difference. I didn't seem like...
  3. bowtiebutler956

    Added a 3"F, 2"R Lift To My Truck

    I'm going to be upgrading to 285/75-16's pretty soon in place of my 265's, and I wanted to make sure I had plenty of clearance for them. I'm sure they would fit, but I wanted to have plenty of room, so I picked up an inexpensive Keys, and Blocks kit...
  4. bowtiebutler956

    Added A Manual TCC Switch

    My truck is equipped with 3.42 gears, and sometimes when pulling a heavy trailer, I prefer 3rd, but for some reason on my 93, the TCC only engages in OD, not 3rd. So I decided to install manual TCC switch on my truck. First I located the ground wire for the TCC solenoid. On my truck, its a...
  5. bowtiebutler956

    My New Injection Pump Is Here!

    My pump, and injectors from DieselPro showed up today, and I have to say that if it performs as nice as it looks, I'll be a very happy camper! The injectors have genuine Bosch Germany 311 marine nozzles, and were popped to 23000 psi. Thanks DP!! I went ahead, and did a Feed The Beast mod on a...
  6. bowtiebutler956

    What do you guys think about Water/Methanol kits?

    I'll be installing hotter DB2 IP in my truck soon, and was thinking about the use of a WMI kit to keep my EGT's in check, if that becomes a problem. It would primarily be used with just water for cooling, but it might be nice to try a little Meth every once in awhile. What do you guys think...
  7. bowtiebutler956

    Upgrading To A Larger CS144 Alternator.

    The alternator went out on my 93 K2500, which didn't surprise me, as it was an inexpensive CS130 I got on ebay that was supposed to be upgraded to a 160 amp unit. Well it didn't actually quit charging. Something was draining my batteries overnight, and I traced it to a 4 amp draw from my...
  8. bowtiebutler956

    A Better Oil Catch Can. Maybe?

    Some of you know I recently installed an small oil catch can on my truck, as I have an intercooler that I'm trying to keep clean. The catch can I got turned out to be just that, an empty can. I was at Tractor Supply Co. the other day when I noticed these pesticide sprayer filters. They have a...
  9. bowtiebutler956

    Installing An Affordable Intercooler

    After installing the HX40WII on my truck, I can easily hit 20+ psi of boost if the boost controller is set there. That got me to thinking about installing an CAC, but all the available kits cost over $900 after shipping!:eek: There is now way I could afford to go that route, but after checking...
  10. bowtiebutler956

    Just Ordered An HX40WII

    I've been planning for awhile to eventually upgrade my turbo, but I had to speed up the process after finding my GM1 is leaking oil into my intake.:mad2: Noticed some blue smoke from my truck about a week ago, and I then noticed some oil seepage at the silicone hose between the turbo, and intake...
  11. bowtiebutler956

    95-99 Panel Filter Lid

    I'm looking for just the lid for the old panel filter assembly. Just the piece that the tube coming from the turbo hooks to. It needs to be the 95+ with the 4" round hole, and not the 92-94 with the oval opening. I'm sure there has got to be some of you who have upgraded to the K47 or...
  12. bowtiebutler956

    Get A Load Of This 6.5

    The ad says its built by GM for the H1, but alot of the parts don't look GM to me. Its uses a standard truck intake with a custom adapter to go to what appears to be an aftermarket turbo. Almost looks like an ATT. Has a custom exhaust going to the turbo, and I can see the top of the DB2 IP in...
  13. bowtiebutler956

    Updating, and installing a shift kit on a 93 4L80E

    I've been having a few minor problems with the trans in my 93 K2500. The TCC clutch has been unlocking for no apparent reason, and sometimes it shifts strangely, but no slipping. I decided to see if I couldn't get it fixed before it caused more serious problems. I bought a complete solenoid kit...
  14. bowtiebutler956

    Thermostat Bypass Blocker?

    I have a question for the experts. I'm currently running a 180 high flow (Robert Shaw type) single t-stat in my 6.5, but it doesn't have the bypass blocker on it. What sort of problems can this cause. I'm in the process of updating my cooling fan, and radiator, and I want to have all my bases...
  15. bowtiebutler956

    Why its necessary to remove oil cooler, and radiator to clean them periodically.

    WarWagon suggested I post these pictures here of the type of buildup that can happen behind your oil cooler, and between the a/c condenser, and radiator. As you can see by the pic below, it would be very difficult for air to flow threw there! If your trucks running a little warmer than normal...
  16. bowtiebutler956

    Poor Boy Special 6.5 Refresh

    I started a thread in the 6.5 performance section because I had a question about the use of an ATT on my 6.5, and I continued to just post updates in that thread rather than starting a new thread in this section on the engine. Anyway, I recently picked up a 93 K2500 that was a basket case. The...
  17. bowtiebutler956

    Need Some Help With My DB2

    I have a question for those of you that are familiar with the DB2 IP's. I popped the top off my DB2 today to turn up the fuel. Its a 5088 off a 96 6.5 N/A thats going in my 93 K2500 Turbo 6.5, so I turned it up about 3/8 of a turn. Ater removing the pump lid, and the linkage so I could get to...
  18. bowtiebutler956

    93 K2500 Mechanical with an ATT ?

    Hello all, this is my first post even though I have been a member 4yrs now. Thats alot of lurking!:D Anyway, I decided to finally join the fun. Just to give a quick background on myself, I've been an auto mechanic all my life(I'm 39 yrs old), and I'm currently managing a shop that takes care of...
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