12 V or 24 V???

[Horsepuller]

Kinda new at this diesel stuff. I have owned my truck for about 2. 5 years and have had a shop do my maintenance. Just curious, are all 1st gen, 12 valve?



What's the first upgrade you would recommend?



Thanks

 

[RGT]

yes all 1st gen's are 12 they started 24's during the 1998 model year. My preference is to do all the boring stuff first, timing, exhaust, bhaf..... then move on to manifold and turbo then injectors, I'm only half way through the list so far.....

 

[bmoeller]

When you start BOMBing, don't forget the gauges.

 

[Midnite]

I was a little strapped for cash when I first bought my truck, so instead of gauges (which you really should do first), I focused on things that would help EGT along with performance. This included things like exhaust, intake, turbo, etc. , but excluded injectors and some of the fuel pump adjustments.



My first mod was to replace the worthless stock muffler with a straight-through design one. I immediately noticed better throttle response, much less smoke, but not much difference in fuel milage.



Some people here have mentioned a crimp in the stock exhaust pipe as it goes over the top of the rear axle--mine doesn't have this at all, so I would encourage you to examine your exhaust system closely before you blow a bunch of money on a 4" system.



My two cents...

Mike

 

[Horsepuller]

Thanks to all for all the helpful hints. This site is great.