Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) #11 plate, but no 3K GSK?

[CCiatteo]

Well today I bit the bullet and decided to turn up the wick on my truck. In my mind I had decided on #11 plate, 3GSK, KDP kit. So I called TST (very nice people) and after some discussion was advised against the 3K GSK in conjunction with the #11 plate. I am guessing because fueling would fall off too soon? I took their advice, but was looking for other people's expierence.



I am considering a timing bump also, but only after the plate is installed and I'm comfortable with its performance.



I would have done the #10, but feared clutch issues (mine has 193,000) and I still may have issues, but we'll see.



Thanks

Chris

 

[Bob V]

You can drive a 10 plate and the GSK with the stock clutch, you will just have to control you foot.

 

[GAmes]

I have a #11 plate full forward and a 3k GSK. Timing is at 15. 7*. It defuels around 3600 rpm which makes that big gap between 3rd and 4th manageable when towing. I've been running it for about 300k miles now with no problem. Did they tell you why they don't recommend it?

 

[CCiatteo]

I have a #11 plate full forward and a 3k GSK. Timing is at 15. 7*. It defuels around 3600 rpm which makes that big gap between 3rd and 4th manageable when towing. I've been running it for about 300k miles now with no problem. Did they tell you why they don't recommend it?

No they didn't, in fact TST called me back 5-10 mins after I had place the order and said they don't recommend the springs with any plate less than the #10. So the 3K GSK were taken off the order, I figure they know better than me?



But all I have read on here, they seem to be the hot ticket for the reason you mention? We'll see. I can always add them later.



Chris

 

[hsmith]

I ran the 3k kit with the #11 for a long time and loved it. Now have the #10 with the same setup. Stock clutch did not last very long.

 

[Bob4x4]

Run the 10 just slide it back a little.



Bob

 

[GAmes]

It's strange that they would recommend not buying them. I got mine from PDR, they never asked if I even had a plate. Even though a lot of guys say they aren't needed I'd recommend a set of 60# valve springs with that mod.