Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) sliding stock plate...i know, i know

[JMauro]

yes it's been asked a zillion times but here it is again. this truck is only ment to tow the race trailer so it gets minimum toying with and i don't need anymore projects (won't finish the ones i have started already). if i wanted to slide the stock plate for a little more zip whats the "normal" practice (how much) and what kinda adjustment to the AFC is usually required? as for boost i checked it with a gauge and under load it will make a solid 24#'s. i also have considered a #12 plate, it's not gonna get anymore than that as i don't want to start stressing the driveline much and i race at the track not on the way there. also what's the deal with the AFC spring kit that TST recommends for the 215's?



thanks

 

[mikel]

Get gauges and a #10 plate. Install the plate back from center and you'll have a nice running truck that will tow great without egt issues. Your truck is exactly like mine and I tow our 5th wheel trailer all over, you will have to use the EGT gauge to set the plate because if you set it too far forward then the #10 will make some heat.



The #10 has a good fuel curve and can be set to do what you want and it won't over-stress your driveline although you can set it to where it will slip the stock clutch.



Good Luck,

Mike

 

[mjoppie]

i would without a doubt go with the 10 plate but while you got it apart i would also throw a aet of gov springs in and watch out youll love your "new truck" feel with all that new found power. i slid my plate and didnt notice anything more than just some smoke, maybe a little power but if it was mine i would go with #10 and gov springs

 

[boondock]

If you are just going to slid the stock plate forward slide it all the way. Not sure how much the springs help with a stock plate but they allow your engine to keep fueling until around 3200 rpms.



My truck with the stock plate made 235-249 RWHP with the stock plate slid forward. Stock it made right around 190, so the difference will be big.



A #10 and springs is much nicer though.