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by cpgilmer
Mon Jul 23, 2007 9:31 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

Well, its July ands the truck is finally done. Installed the Magnaflow catback last night....that was a whole lot of fun!! The truck sounds a little better, it will be interesting this weekend to see how much of a difference the exhaust makes.... Would anybody have a guess to the gain I should have ...
by cpgilmer
Fri May 25, 2007 5:09 pm
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

I asked about a 3", I was told he would need a mandrel bender which his shop doesn't have....he said the tone will be alittle deeper but the Magnaflow muffler will open up the system and let the engine breath...I will still get the towing performance I want but a quieter sound which is okay (keep th...
by cpgilmer
Fri May 25, 2007 12:07 pm
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

I went to "Exhaust Pros" today, they are going to hook me up on Thursday...Magnaflow SI/SO muffler, 2 1/2" catback for like 200 bucks....I figured i'd give it a try
by cpgilmer
Fri May 25, 2007 9:01 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

Does Flowmaster offer a catback system for our trucks??
by cpgilmer
Fri May 25, 2007 8:44 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

I am looking for a nice throaty sound...as close to a V-8 as possible I guess. I do not want that "chainsaw" sound effect I see all the kids running around with on their Neons or Escorts....
by cpgilmer
Fri May 25, 2007 7:00 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

Alright gang....well, my Magnaflow 15825 is out until early August now...is there another alternative to gain the same horsepower and torque out there?? Thanks

Chris
by cpgilmer
Wed May 23, 2007 11:00 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

Thanks guys....all the help is appreciated....we are headed out with the trailer this weekend. I will let you know how the trip goes....thanks again for all the insight! :D
by cpgilmer
Wed May 23, 2007 8:59 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

I believe I will call Hypertech back this afternoon and explain what I am doing to them again. I am towing, not racing. See if I get a different answer. I had a tranny cooler put on as soon as I bought the truck...I also had coil over shocks put on the back so the truck wouldn't squat as much with t...
by cpgilmer
Wed May 23, 2007 8:27 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

I called Hypertech and told them I was towing, the tech suggested these shift points so the tranny will not be shifting back and forth as much when pulling the trailer. If this is not true, what suggestions would anyone have to set up my crew for optimal towing? Thanks for the help?? :idea:
by cpgilmer
Wed May 23, 2007 7:37 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Coolant Below Temperature Threshold
Replies: 26
Views: 2582

Jet 180 installed, guess we will see if any issues develop....
by cpgilmer
Wed May 23, 2007 7:35 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

Well, Jet 180 thermostat installed, HPIII tuned, FIPK in place...I just found out my Magnaflow catback system is backordered until the end of July, that bites. But, I should do okay pulling the camper without it. I ended up bumping my shift points up 200rpm 1-2, 400rpm 2-3, and 500rpm 3-4. As per hy...
by cpgilmer
Sun May 13, 2007 1:08 pm
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Coolant Below Temperature Threshold
Replies: 26
Views: 2582

No luck....bought it from JEGS off of e-bay...now the fun begins putting this stuff together!! :wink:
by cpgilmer
Sun May 13, 2007 7:26 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

Well, Checker wasn't able to help me out....I just bought a Jet from the JEGS website on e-Bay...25.00 when when all was said and done...looks like I have long project list this week....
by cpgilmer
Sun May 13, 2007 7:04 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

Well, got out the old window sticker...3.73 gears, that explains my milage with the truck! But it will serve me better in the long run with my trailer. Thanks for all the help guys...I am off to Checker to look for that thermostat!! I will let you know how everything turns out when all is finally in...
by cpgilmer
Sun May 13, 2007 5:21 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

Living up here in MN we don't see too bad a climate...some days will see mid-90's...but those are good days to stay home in the air conditioning anyhow. Any thoughts on what the Magnaflow Catback will do for the truck??? Is it going to be too loud or have a nice rumble?? I think I am going to order ...
by cpgilmer
Sun May 13, 2007 5:17 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Coolant Below Temperature Threshold
Replies: 26
Views: 2582

Thanks for the info.....would you by any chance have an address of the best place to order one?? Thanks :D
by cpgilmer
Sun May 13, 2007 2:47 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Coolant Below Temperature Threshold
Replies: 26
Views: 2582

Does Hypertech offer a stat for our trucks now?? Part number 1027?? I seen a few on e-Bay?? Which is better?? Hpertch or Jet?? 8)
by cpgilmer
Sun May 13, 2007 2:08 am
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

My bad, I had the boys at the Goodyear dealership install a tranny cooler, coil-over rear shocks, and a set of Cooper HTs last fall. I am a little nervous about the Magnaflow system...by reputation they have a quality product...I am looking to get a little more torque but DO NOT want that loud "Fast...
by cpgilmer
Sat May 12, 2007 6:47 pm
Forum: Crew Cab Modifications
Topic: Engine/Performance mods for 4.3L
Replies: 61
Views: 8915

Just curious.....I own a 2002 ZR-5, I have just recently installed a K&N intake, have a HPIII which I haven't taken out of the box yet..ordered a Magnaflow 15825 catback, am thinking about a Jet thermostat....I am doing this to improve towing...I pull a 2006 Jayco Select pop-up...~3200 pounds loaded...