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Old May 22, 2013 | 06:31 PM
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The cooler piping is all welded up and fits good. Will polish it back up some other day.


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Old May 22, 2013 | 07:56 PM
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Old May 22, 2013 | 08:13 PM
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That is looking sexy man! Can't wait to see the driving videos!
 
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Old May 23, 2013 | 03:00 PM
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Cross over pipe coated with flameproof ceramic paint, header wrap, and soaked with paint again and ready to be installed.


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Old May 24, 2013 | 06:16 PM
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Just finishing mocking up the new cold air intake. Working on finishing up all the small items so I can finish up the trans upgrades and fuel system tomorrow so I can start the truck up.



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Old May 24, 2013 | 10:32 PM
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Are you running an 093 wastegate actuator?
 
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Old May 24, 2013 | 10:43 PM
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Originally Posted by hairyboxnoogle
Are you running an 093 wastegate actuator?

No, I decided I wanted a better actuator and used an upgrade powerstrock actuator. I had to shorten the rod and rethread it and made my own bracket out of an old 093 bracket I had. It should allow for more accurate settings on higher boost numbers.
 
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Old May 24, 2013 | 11:37 PM
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What brand of actuator is it?
 
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Old May 24, 2013 | 11:42 PM
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It is a US made off brand kind of, but adjustable to 40 psi.

Here it is, thought it was worth a try.

Late 99 00 01 02 03 Turbo Powerstroke turbocharger Upgrade Wastegate Actuator | eBay
 
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Old May 25, 2013 | 12:49 AM
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Looks Sweet.... I am using the same ceramic paint on my turbo pipes and manifolds too.....didn't think about repainting after wrapping... What oil are you breaking in the engine on?...
 
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Old May 25, 2013 | 12:49 AM
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Well since you are trying out the actuator, I think I am going to go with the DP spring, and we can compare results... You being auto will probably skew them a bit, but regardless, it will be worth comparing.

I have noticed that with this cam, and the guys that have tested it out, it likes a restricted hotside... So I think we can get away with some more drive pressure, and have better performance at the same time...

Looking forward to you getting it running.
 
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Old May 26, 2013 | 08:16 PM
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Well in the last 2 days I think I have had about every interuption there was, between the phone ringing, fixing the daughters car, had to fix the hot water heater in the house, ect. I think I am finally getting back on track.

All that is left to do to start the truck is fluids, battery cables to reroute, and a couple small items then I can start preping for startup and topping off fluids.

Hopefully no more distractions tomorrow.
 
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Old May 26, 2013 | 08:25 PM
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daggone all these builds are making me want to..
stay off this site for a while and i'm startin to thinkm eh we'll just get her runnin good and turn her into a work truck..
get back on for a week and im like
 
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Old May 26, 2013 | 08:53 PM
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What kind of boost numbers are expected from the A3K?
 
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Old May 26, 2013 | 10:01 PM
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any particular reason why you didn't just have the cross over pipe ceramic coated and call it a day on that?
 
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