Hello, I just bought an 02 Duramax with the intension to make it fast. No towing or hauling. Just a stop light bruiser. I've read quite a bit about the trucks and I have a good understanding of most things but I'm hoping some of the more experienced D-Max owners can help with a few questions I have.
My goal is to run 12.00 to 12.50 eventually but keep the truck as driveable. And not grenade the LB7 hopefully.
- I have the ZF 6 speed and I plan to upgrade to the single mass flywheel and stronger clutch. I noticed at the 550/650 hp level they mention "chatter". How bad is this for street use? Since I'm not planning to tractor pull or tow large loads would I be safe with a unit that isn't this agressive?
- I'm looking at the PPE Hot +2 tuner that has a 350hp setting. At what power level do you "require" a lift pump or a 2nd CP3 pump? I've read you will strain the stock CP3 if you demand too much from it. Can anyone give me any guidelines of power levels and the fuel pump requirements for that? My thought is the 350hp setting provides a huge amount of fuel and nitrous would be a good idea to avoid upgrading the turbocharger.
With the PPE Hot +2 and nitrous would 12's be possible? Or am I looking at other serious modifications to get to this level?
Also my truck is the extended cab 4x4. Not sure of the rear gear ratio yet. And I'm at sea level elevation.
Thanks for any help here.
My goal is to run 12.00 to 12.50 eventually but keep the truck as driveable. And not grenade the LB7 hopefully.
- I have the ZF 6 speed and I plan to upgrade to the single mass flywheel and stronger clutch. I noticed at the 550/650 hp level they mention "chatter". How bad is this for street use? Since I'm not planning to tractor pull or tow large loads would I be safe with a unit that isn't this agressive?
- I'm looking at the PPE Hot +2 tuner that has a 350hp setting. At what power level do you "require" a lift pump or a 2nd CP3 pump? I've read you will strain the stock CP3 if you demand too much from it. Can anyone give me any guidelines of power levels and the fuel pump requirements for that? My thought is the 350hp setting provides a huge amount of fuel and nitrous would be a good idea to avoid upgrading the turbocharger.
With the PPE Hot +2 and nitrous would 12's be possible? Or am I looking at other serious modifications to get to this level?
Also my truck is the extended cab 4x4. Not sure of the rear gear ratio yet. And I'm at sea level elevation.
Thanks for any help here.