Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Need advice on a pullin set up...

[BSwope]

Ok fellas my dad and i want to build a 2nd gen pullin truck, id like to know what year to look for and what box,valve springs,sticks,single turbo(2. 8 rule), lift pump system. Just would like some ideas to get headed in the right direction. Ive been lookin at the hot rod vp44 and the blue chip red line box.

Any info is welcome! transmission is optional but perfer a manual.



Thanks

Buddy

 

[zstroken]

Puller only?? I would say find a wrecked 3rd gen. I think as soon as somebody breaks the rev limit, the 3rd gens will have big power, especially in the street class. I wouldn't be afraid of a 24V truck, they are much easier to tune, light the chargers easier, etc. A HRVP, blue chip reline box, and a set of big injectors, you will have a lot of fuel. Manuals appear to be harder on the drive line, but are cheaper to mod, especially if you go with a 12V, they have a better pump(96-98 12V) than the autos. Put big money in the auto once and you will be good to go for a long time. There are a lot of turbo options depends on how much you want to spend, and if the rules require it to bolt directly to a stock manifold, allow you to bush it down, etc. I really like the FASS systems. You might as well figure your gonna need to put another at least another $6k in the truck to be competitive.

Unless your dumping big money in the engine, the auto will outpull a manual. Look at the top trucks in the street class.

 

[BSwope]

Yeah id like to find a wrecked 3rd gen, i agree 100%! Thanks for the info!!

 

[WadePatton]

I'll add that traction bars are a must and I'd suggest some means of limiting the suspension travel--within the rules you know. Also might want to beef up the hitch area. Our boys broke two in one night.

 

[BSwope]

Yeah ive gave that some thought to! I know a guy that builds and installs traction bars for 300 beans!