Exhaust system / Gauges?
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Exhaust system / Gauges?
I just installed a Diablo Predator chip, now I’m looking at an exhaust system. Has anyone installed the Diamond Eye system from MotorHaven? Is this a good system or do you recommend something different? I’m also looking at a 3-gauge pillar setup. Any suggestions on this install?
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Gauge Install Information:
http://www.dieselpage.com/wdslb.htm
Go to the bottom of the page and select "Tech info and Install Guides"
I installed the aluminized Diamond Eye 4" exhaust on my "02" PSD with slight modifications to the components. I had to heat and bend a few hanger rods to fit in the rubber isolators just right. Other than that, takes about 3-4 hours by yourself, maybe less if you have access to a lift and another pair of hands.
Good fit and quality, sounds great, EGT's reduced and some power gain. Great investment in my opinion. You may want to consider a stainless system if you are in an area with road salts, snow, ice, rain, etc.
I have read on some threads that some 3 1/2" and 4" systems are a tight fit against the firewall on 99's.
Search some gauge and exhaust threads on this site and you will get some good information on vendors, installations, etc.
http://www.dieselpage.com/wdslb.htm
Go to the bottom of the page and select "Tech info and Install Guides"
I installed the aluminized Diamond Eye 4" exhaust on my "02" PSD with slight modifications to the components. I had to heat and bend a few hanger rods to fit in the rubber isolators just right. Other than that, takes about 3-4 hours by yourself, maybe less if you have access to a lift and another pair of hands.
Good fit and quality, sounds great, EGT's reduced and some power gain. Great investment in my opinion. You may want to consider a stainless system if you are in an area with road salts, snow, ice, rain, etc.
I have read on some threads that some 3 1/2" and 4" systems are a tight fit against the firewall on 99's.
Search some gauge and exhaust threads on this site and you will get some good information on vendors, installations, etc.
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Originally posted by f350xlt460
i have an early 99 (1/98) and my 1 piece dp was a mother to install and i have clearnece issures with the tranny and/or spring shackle bolt.
i have an early 99 (1/98) and my 1 piece dp was a mother to install and i have clearnece issures with the tranny and/or spring shackle bolt.
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I put a 4" downpipe on my late 99 SD. A little tight but it fits ok. 4" is the biggest you can go without poundin on the firewall.
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2 piece sounds like the way to go for most guys who want easy installation...I don't know how well the hold up as compared to a 1 piece model though...Mine is a Diamond Eye...it went it without any firewall "modifications" although you do have to wiggle it around and use some choice words, but it only take about an hour or so...
