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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 07:31 PM
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I priced out a few new Duramaxes yesterday. I'd be looking at a monthly payment between $650 and $950 depending on the length of the loan. I could probably manage that, but it would be way too tight. I think I'm gonna go ahead with my original plan to pull the turbo off the truck and do a TVS2300. Need to do a little more research first, but it's looking pretty good so far.
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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 07:32 PM
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what is it about the turbo you dont like?
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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 07:34 PM
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I miss the instant off-idle boost. Plus, I'm bored and I want to try something new.
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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 07:35 PM
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Im curious, with a magnacharger, does it make boost when you are cruising on the highway? I am absolutely fed up and discouraged with the lack of low end cruising power/throttle response from my 6 liter.
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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 07:36 PM
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No, the bypass valve is vacuum actuated and stays open until you start to lay into the throttle.
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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 07:40 PM
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looks like I'll have to go with more cubes then.
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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 07:42 PM
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No FI system will make boost when you're just cruising along. Sounds like you should do some research on the different types before you simply write them off.
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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 07:43 PM
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Well congrats on a smart decision IMO!
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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 08:11 PM
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Congrats Chris haha I think I would cry if it truck left
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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 08:34 PM
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Chris, good talking with ya yeaterday. I am totally pleased....super happy with the R1900 TVS, I am sure the R2300 is going to blow you away! I think you are making a good decision, you have a lot of hard work already invested.
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