Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Pacbrake compatibility

[LSchulz]

Hi all,

I just made an interesting discovery - there's a guy a few miles away from where I'm living for the winter who buys beat up 1st and 2nd gen CTDs and parts them out. He's got an '01 automatic in the yard right now with a Pacbrake on it, and there's a chance I could get it pretty cheap. Does anyone know what's involved with switching a unit like that (model #D8196) over from an automatic to my truck with a 6 speed? I also have a 4" exhaust but I still have the stock exhaust elbow, so it looks like it should fit right in there. How about control issues? I'm assuming these things plug in someplace and know whether or not you're on the throttle?



On that note, if anyone is looking for used parts, let me know and I'll pass along his email address. He's got 6 engines in the shop right now on blocks, and more waiting to come out of trucks (along with transmissions, transfer cases, axles, just about anything really).

 

[JDiehl]

Give Chris Lacey a call he is Pacbrake Tech services. He has answered all my question and been more than helpful. Just keep in mind they are in the Pacific time zone.



1-800-663-0096

 

[LSchulz]

Give Chris Lacey a call he is Pacbrake Tech services. He has answered all my question and been more than helpful. Just keep in mind they are in the Pacific time zone.



1-800-663-0096

Will do. I shot them an email Thursday, so I figured I would give them a few days to get back to me, and then I'll try giving them a call.





Thanks.

 

[Ram4Sam]

The brake will replace the elbow and is a bolt in. As far as switching, use a two speed axle switch and mount it on the stick. Mine is wired direct to the two speed switch, I used the cig lighter wire for power(it is a key on hot). I didn't mess with any ecm hookup or limit switches on the pedal for on the throttle detection. I just turn it on and off as needed.



Sam