5.9L 12V Performance Discussion of 12 Valve 5.9 Liter Dodge Cummins Diesels with P7100 Injection Pumps Related to Performance and Longevity

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Old 05-11-2009, 12:33 PM
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hey guys i gotta question does anyone know the size of the factory turbo on a 6.7 and would it be an upgrade from my hx35 my dad is thinking of upgrading his and i figured if it was an upgrade for me why not take the free turbo


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Old 05-11-2009, 04:13 PM
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They decent sized. I'm really not sure what it takes to get the Variable geometry turbine system to work on a different truck either.
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Old 05-11-2009, 04:33 PM
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That may be a tall order. Like stated above, they are a variable geometry turbo, as well as being electronically controlled and water-cooled.
 
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Old 05-24-2009, 01:36 AM
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That BOMB is pretty tough to build...

even though the compressor & turbine are very similiar to the HE351W we're so familiar with from the 5.9L CR, and the relatively large (~20cm) exhaust housing closes down to less than 10cm for good spool-up and lower high-RPM drive pressure - the VGT actuator would need a stand-alone computer with a driver circuit capable of controlling the 3-phase brushless DC motor.

The water cooling plumbing is easy enough to install.

I'd advise your Dad to use the existing turbo as the secondary in a twinset - that way he keeps all of it's electronic advantages (such as exhaust braking & WG control) while adding CFM capacity for plenty of extra fuel... besides, primary air is cheaper!
 
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