I was told the 1998 12v was the best 12v because of the pump, the 215 right?

 

i beleive all 96 through 98 12v's with 5 speed trannys had the 215 pump.

 

True, but the '98 was the only one available with quad cab and also available in short bed/qc, from '95-97 they were club cab (no back doors)

 

'98 was a one-off year with the new interior, 4 doors and the last of the P-pumped 12v's. Best possible 12v power-to-weight potential w/the shortbed.

 

its ok

 

215 pumps are ok I wouldn't go as far as to say they are the best.

 

i like the 97

 

I have owned a few 215 pump trucks. i dont care for that pump.. drives like a common rail. I think its the timing retard thats in those pumps . i think the 160 and 180 pumps have better throttle response IMPO . i have a 95 manual that revs very quick its mostly stock . If your pulling or drag racin thats a diffrent story . but for stop and go daily drivin i like the smaller pumps better.

 

The 215 is not a bad pump. It will put out a good amount of fuel with some mild mods. It just isnt for everyone. I myself like 180s and 175s.
94-95 Auto 160
94-95 5 speed 175
96-98 Auto 180
96-98 5 speed 215

Cali 5 speeds had the auto ratings

 

I have a 97 so what pump do i have i thought it was a p71000 right