PDR 35 or PDR40

[Mtngoat]

Morning, fellas!!



Here is where my truck is headed. I have the DTT stuff in, gauges will go in this weekend. I have a pusher pump, banjo bolts, and an Edge comp. Will be ordering DD11's, 4" exhaust (as soon as I can figure out which one) and intake (probably an afe). I know that I wll need a different turbo. Looks like it would either be a PDR35 or 40.

This truck is driven mostly empty,, but sometimes with a trailer carrying a Jeep and other gear, about 8000 lbs. Most of my Jeepin buddies drive Powerstrokes, so I need to say no more to you guys! We havent traveled together since I bought this truck, so, it will be MY turn to do some raggin on the radio!.

Would you please give your opinions, esp anyone that has had a PDR35 that went to a PDR40. Thanks!!



Robin

 

[jwilliams3]

Get the PDR40 with the 16cm2 housing also you'll need a 4" downpipe and 4" exhaust to mate with this setup.

The PDRhx40 is a great turbo, and EGT will be in check up into the 400+hp area.



--Justin

 

[BFC]

With the Comp and 2's you'll need the 40 if you want to use all the power.



Glenn

 

[drawson]

I would just start with the Piers HX-40, that way after to power bug hits you have some room for more HP.

 

[KatDiesel]

Which torque converter did you end up with?



I'd go with the PDR40, it should hold you over for a while. And I garentee if you don't like it you'll be able to find a buyer for it for a small loss, then you could purchase a PDR HX35.

 

[jtisdale]

Remember to consider which turbo to buy if you ever plan on adding an exhaust brake. It could save you some $$ in the long run.

 

[Mtngoat]

Kat- I got the 89%. Tried to PM you but your box is full--What exhaust do you use and when is your next trip to Johns??



I guess I need to expand, what are the advantages/disadvantages to these 2.



I also heard that Wildcat Diesel will be coming out with a comparable or better turbo. I don't know. Has anyone heard anything about that?



Robin

 

[Wolfgang]

I just installed a PDR 35 W/16cm nonwastgated housing. I have DD2's 89% DTT TC and 4" exhaust. I have not seen temps over 1300 and the Spool up is not objectionable at all. I went this route because I did not want to have to change out my Pac Brake. I believe if you go to the 40 you will have to put the exhaust brake down stream from the Turbo some place. If I am wrong someone please correct me. All in all I am very happy with this setup.

 

[Cummins4Life]

Get 3's and a 40. I put acouple hundred miles on a auto truck with 2's, comp and a 40. Was a real slug off the line unless on 4x5 and up.

 

[KatDiesel]

Originally posted by Mtngoat

Kat- I got the 89%. Tried to PM you but your box is full--What exhaust do you use and when is your next trip to Johns??



I guess I need to expand, what are the advantages/disadvantages to these 2.



I also heard that Wildcat Diesel will be coming out with a comparable or better turbo. I don't know. Has anyone heard anything about that?



Robin

My box runs full most of the time... ... ... ..... its got a lil room in it now tho. I sent you my email via PM.



I have run the JRE exhaust, and currently have the BullyDog exhaust on the truck. My two favorite exhausts are JRE and DD.



Next trip to Johns... ... . not sure lots of things happening right now, but I'll let you know. That reminds me I need to call him.



Others make a good point... ..... about the exhaust brake. I didn't think of that angle since I don't tow.

 

[Mtngoat]

I would like to think about an exhaust brake, but I thot they were bad news for automatics???



Robin

 

[BFC]

They are bad news on a stock auto. With your DTT set up, it is possible to use one. If you buy an HX40 you will need a remote mounted exhaust brake.



Glenn

 

[Wolfgang]

The DTT helps but you need the Smart Controller or a manual TC lock up in order to really make it work. My Smart Controller really does the trick

 

[Chipstien]

DD3's and the PDR 40... . and don't look back.

 

[Mtngoat]

Who makes exhaust brakes that mounts downstream of the turbo???



Robin

 

[Chipstien]

Originally posted by Mtngoat

Who makes exhaust brakes that mounts downstream of the turbo???



Robin

BD makes a 4" remote mount EB. Pac is coming out with one if they haven't already but it will be air activated. Those are the two I know of but I believe there is at least one more.