Made up my mind......for now......I think.

[Radshooter]

Thanks everyone for your input about how to start upgrading. I have spent lots of time on the search engine reading previous threads, and think I have a basic plan to get started.



I think I will start with a Jacob's exhaust brake (endorsed by Dodge), then, on the A-pillar, install a boost and pyro gauge for sure, and probably a fuel pressure guage. I just like the idea of having 3 gauges on the pillar. I read a post about someone who installed two pyro sensors, pre and post, and wired them to the same gauge with a selector switch. I like this idea. It seems the best of both worlds. It would tell me what is going on while pulling the big trailer on the road, then flip the switch and watch the turbo cool off when we get to the campground.



It will still be awhile before I can afford to start this project, but at least I now have a dream!!



Thanks again for everyone's input, and if you have any thoughts on my starter plan, by all means let me know. This is my first diesel, so I am relying on your guys experience. If this truck lasts like I think it will, it will probably be the last fullsize truck we buy. Would like to take care of it and make it last.



Steve

 

[abledog]

Sounds like you are on the right track The next big question is which gauge manufacturer are you going to use

Good Luck

Terry

 

[Tony T.]

I believe when the funds come available I'm going with the X-Monitor. Sure hate to loose that grab handle, I use it. Good luck with all your bombing!

 

[Radshooter]

It took me long enough to decide what type of gauges to buy Now I have to decide which brand:--) Oh well, my Geno's catalog should be here soon. I will enjoy drooling over itOo.



Steve

 

[DocDetonancour]

piller mount for 04?

Where did you find the 3 guage piller mount?

 

[Radshooter]

http://216.167.41.9/CoastalData/sho...410697&st3=30073963&CATID=1&ObjectGroup_ID=86



If this doesn't work, go to www.genosgarage.com

 

[Bobalos]

thats a Nice looking Pod, what size gauges fit into this pod?



I like AutoMeter gauges, what series or Model fits into this pod?



do you guys use mechanical gauges for the fuel pressure or electric?



if Mechanical are you using an isolator?



does anyone have a good picture of how that looks in the truck? its kind of hard to tell what it looks like from the picture on the Geno's garage web site.



sorry for the million questions, but I want to get setup for gauges in my new truck.



thanks Gents

Bob