TST#8 Install

[Jim Fulmer]

Well I can see why everyone is hooked, I got the plate today(Sitting on the porch when I got home) so I cooled the truck off while watching the install video, Install was ok except for that breakoff bolt(What a pain) I got it back together as the instuctions said, I had 20 clicks on the star wheel so I put it back to what is was before starting. Install was easy except for the above, I broke the hand impact driver but got it all tight(info... buy a good one) so finished up, fired up and check for leaks then the road test, a little to much smoke still (AFC slid all the way forward) felt good initally so I tried the stall(2500 on the brake) let go and instantly went to smoke(Tires) try 45 MPH and moving 10. So I tried it again this time at 5 LBS left good still a little too much smoke so I cooled it off adjusts it 10 clicks off, this time I left rolling the next time and hammered it went to 2600 and stayed there(3k gov springs needed) let it shift then OD and lock up a different world, looked up EGT/Boost and down... 95 MPH like that, (on a 2 lane it seems faster). Needless to say I'm pleased, I just didn't realize these motors were so under powered. Thanks to TST and the members of TDR for all the info and tips you passed along to me.



2750 fuel shut off 1200 EGT

2500 pulling 1100 EGT but only 28 LBS boost, up from 17 stock!



Jim

 

[JohnE]

Jim;



Did the TST installation include Pier's <a href=http://www.piersdiesel.com/LeverAdj.htm target=_blank><font color=blue>Secret Governor Lever Adjustment</font></a>? You may be in for a truly profound experience.



-John

 

[Jim Fulmer]

No Gov adjustment

I have seen and printed it out but I was a little hesatant about doing it, what will I benefit from, I have the plate in the stock position and the smoke is under control. Piers is still out of town, I called today to ask about 3k springs and how hard they are to install... ... . Need in fo the gov lever adjustment.



Thanks for any info, Jim