5.9L 24V Performance Discussion of 24 Valve 5.9 Liter Dodge Cummins Diesels with VP44 Injection Pumps Related To Performance And Longevity

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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 03:53 PM
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This is my first of many posts here!

Well i got a 01 Single cab 24V that was my dads and he recently gave it to me (Thanks Dad) and i hate that its stock. Im getting wheels/tires this week but also want to make it a little faster!

I want to add a Smarty but my buddy who's got one says they are only good if you have aftermarket trans, turbo, w.e or ill mess something up. Can anyone clarify that for me? or is there something better for a more stock truck.

Also want to add an exhaust, wheres a good, cheap place to find like a 4' turbo back?

Anything else i should to looking at. I cant spent more then 4 grand and the wheels n tires are quite i bit! Thanks a lot!!
 
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 03:57 PM
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gauges, GOOD lift pump, and if you start playen with power with the auto be saven for some parts for the tranny
 
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 03:57 PM
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fuel pressure gauge is a must,
 
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 04:03 PM
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Get some gauges, Airdog or Fass, edge comp and exhaust kit. The save for trans upgrades, turbo and injectors.
 
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 06:22 PM
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Thanks for all the replies! I was looking at your site and the Juice w/Attitude says it replaces gauges? Could i just do that instead and get an exhaust would that be decent for now? Thanks for the help guy!
 
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 06:26 PM
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Don't forget to check the for sale section to see what you can get a deal on. I'd think someone would make you a better deal since you're in the military.
 
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 06:36 PM
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and lift pump major importance on these trucks.
 
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 07:21 PM
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alright thanks. Im thinkin ima need injectors soon anyways the truck "bogs" when you stomp on it?
 
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 07:30 PM
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The Edge Juice works great since its got the Guages Built into it.
 
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 07:36 PM
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alright thanks. Im thinkin ima need injectors soon anyways the truck "bogs" when you stomp on it?
Thats the shock lift pump crying for help along with your vp44 not happy.
 
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