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

hey guys i just got my first diesel

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Old Aug 6, 2009 | 07:42 PM
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Default hey guys i just got my first diesel

i have a 97 12v just got the tranny built what can i do to get more power?
 
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Old Aug 6, 2009 | 08:55 PM
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fuel plate, injectors, lots to do after gauges
 
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Old Aug 6, 2009 | 09:37 PM
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where is a good place to find gauges?
 
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Old Aug 6, 2009 | 09:52 PM
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Isspro and Auto meters are good. Check our vendors.
 
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Old Aug 6, 2009 | 10:26 PM
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you get what you pay for when it comes to injectors... i'd advise ddp's they are the best for a cummins
 
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Old Aug 6, 2009 | 10:36 PM
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issapros or dipricol guages... do some research and cut the fuel plate yourself. and adjust your timing a little bit, youd be suprised the throttle response you gain. straight pipe, and BHAF. for a few hundred bucks you can get a real good start.
 
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Old Aug 7, 2009 | 03:29 PM
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thanks guys i hope to have a pretty bad truck soon
 
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Old Aug 7, 2009 | 03:59 PM
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I'm assumeing you have an auto?
 
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Old Aug 7, 2009 | 04:38 PM
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yes i do
 
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Old Aug 7, 2009 | 06:28 PM
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