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Old Jan 19, 2009 | 05:41 PM
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about how much are these kits and what all is involved in putting them in. my truck pulls hard till about 3k. then starts losing *** and i want it to pull longer. i have a buddy that can install it but would rather do it myself.
 
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Old Jan 19, 2009 | 06:29 PM
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I believe its much the same as the 3k spring install.....PDR governor spring installation You should get a decent set of instructions, depending on where you get them from.

You also need to put in the HD valve springs.
 
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Old Jan 19, 2009 | 06:32 PM
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The DYnomite Diesel Kit includes both 3K and 4K springs

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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 07:14 PM
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Pretty easy. Just make sure to put the nuts on the same distance. Use a set of vernier calipers to measure the stud stick out.

4K is the same as a 3K with one extra spring in the pack.

And if you do it right, you'll be putting in 60# valve springs. Otherwise the valves will float at around 3800 RPM.

Good luck
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 07:22 PM
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if you have the 3K in already you can buy the conversion kit for cheap. post up a price request thread in the price request forum
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 08:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Yellow Yota
Pretty easy. Just make sure to put the nuts on the same distance. Use a set of vernier calipers to measure the stud stick out.

4K is the same as a 3K with one extra spring in the pack.

And if you do it right, you'll be putting in 60# valve springs. Otherwise the valves will float at around 3800 RPM.

Good luck
they float at around 3200 rpm
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 09:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Yellow Yota
Pretty easy. Just make sure to put the nuts on the same distance. Use a set of vernier calipers to measure the stud stick out.

4K is the same as a 3K with one extra spring in the pack.

And if you do it right, you'll be putting in 60# valve springs. Otherwise the valves will float at around 3800 RPM.

Good luck
that just answered my next question. i was not sure if i had to set valve springs. My truck will turn about 3600 rpm now but stats falling on its face around like 2900 rpm so i guess ill wait a lil before i decided to do this kit just yet.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 09:41 PM
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4Ks pull harder down low...

It could be your timing im runnig 16* with my 4ks and my power falls off around 3100-3200. Ive heard you need more timing to have power 3k+
 
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Old Jan 21, 2009 | 10:42 PM
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Do you have enough fuel for 4K?
 
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Old Jan 22, 2009 | 12:05 AM
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oviusly he does with whats in his signature
 
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