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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 08:44 PM
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a constant drip while the engine is running usauly a puddle sittin back there
 
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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 08:46 PM
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how can i test it with out taking it to the stealership
 
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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 08:46 PM
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would that be my problem if im not gettin good fuel pressure

It would have to be pouring out to effect performance much. How do you know you have low fuel pressure?
 
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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 08:49 PM
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i never said i have low fuel pressure, just was asking the ?
 
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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 08:50 PM
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Good news, I don't think you have a major problem that cannot be fixed. Bad news, too many doctors here. I will step aside for now for clarity sake.
 
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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 08:50 PM
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got the fuel problem resolved, so what could make my turbo surge crazy like
 
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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 08:51 PM
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No need to step aside the more brains the more likely this can get resolved
 
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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 08:52 PM
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Originally Posted by bigenough
i never said i have low fuel pressure, just was asking the ?

Did you click on the link I gave you? You can do this yourself. Very easy.
 
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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 08:53 PM
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yeah thanks
 
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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 08:54 PM
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how can i test it with out taking it to the stealership

Fix the drain leak first, then clamp a cheap fuel pressure gauge on the end of the drain line. Open it up and start the truck. Anywhere from 45-75 is normal. Most sit around 50.
 
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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 08:56 PM
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ok thanks alot
 
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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 08:57 PM
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got the fuel problem resolved, so what could make my turbo surge crazy like

What are your mods?

1. Intake?
2. Chip or programer?
3. Exhaust?
4. Driving habits?

With 3.73 gears and 38's you are way under geared, this compounds the effects of surge. Try downshifting to bring the RPM's up.
 
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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 08:59 PM
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"Wicked wheel" or the 99.5 turbo wheel will cure the surge.
 
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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 09:02 PM
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I have had the truck for a year and a have with the 38's and never had a problem till recently no mods, just 4in straight pipe
 
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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 09:03 PM
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"Wicked wheel" or the 99.5 turbo wheel will cure the surge.

"MIGHT" cure... It helped on my truck, but did not fix it. ATS compressor housing is a sure fix, but costs about $400.

A 1.00 Exhaust housing helps as well.
 
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