Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) ATP quiet kit

[JNasty]

Anyone using this? Does it actually help? Is it worth the $$$?

 

[JNasty]

I called ATP today and ended up talking to the owner,Tim. Nice enough guy got the whole story on why he started making the kit. He explained that if I had a modified exhaust I would have to wrap the muffler or it would be counter productive. Still waiting on an email for their prices.

 

[seafish]

Do a search on all forums on ATP... I know I have seen a thread with either a 2nd or 3rd gen owner using the kit and liking it alot.

 

[JNasty]

Did the search and yes, seems like just about all who have used it are very pleased, despite the cost.

 

[MMcCallie]

I thought it was very expensive but am glad I have it. I had him make an oil pan cover and a valve cover sound dampening kit for me. The oil pan piece seems to do the most quieting, possibly because my truck sits high.

I haven't been wearing it because my vacuum and steering pumps were leaking and it was drenched in oil, a fire hazard. Plan to reinstall once I'm sure the leak is cured. I do wish the material was heavier duty as my pieces have some cuts and tears. Also wish there was some better mounting than wire wrapped around small hooks at the corners.

If you are just looking for sound dampening, I would seriously consider an Aero Turbine muffler. I have installed sound dampening against all metal I could make bare on the interior, have the ATP pieces, and adding the second muffler did more than any other modifications to quiet my ride. I can now hear my turn signals at internet speeds and my tires are louder than my engine at speed.

The ATP kit does what it claims. I think the exhaust manifold cover would be worth while. I wonder if it is good that these things keep heat in, or if they are making it run hotter. I have overheating issues but I know it cannot solely be related to the valve cover piece I'm now running.

 

[JNasty]

I haven't been wearing it because my vacuum and steering pumps were leaking and it was drenched in oil, a fire hazard. Plan to reinstall once I'm sure the leak is cured.

I was wondering about the oil saturation thing, my '98 leaks like a sieve. I didn't think the noise was going to be an issue for me, but it is and now I'm not

sure I want to invest money for sound suppression. I originally bought this truck as a package deal with a Bobcat and trailer. But I'm finding myself questioning the need for a dually considering I tow maybe 10,000 lbs 3 times a month. Also not sure I want to be plowing with a dually? Think I'm leaning towards selling and looking for a 3rd gen srw.