Turbo time. Stock or AM?

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Mar 9, 2019 | 04:52 PM

william_04_x

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Turbo time. Stock or AM?

Current stock turbo is getting weak. Time to replace.

Truck's primary use is for towing at max GCVW. Anything new in the aftermarket world, or stick with stock?

Mar 9, 2019 | 07:50 PM

87crewdually

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I toy with the idea myself. Sssooo many factors can come into play such as tune, injectors, other mods, needs, ect....
If I go for a replacement I would call KC Turbos, & TurbotimeUSA.com (local to me), and give them my specs and what I need the truck to do. They can usually recommend what you would need. Then I'd decide.

Mar 9, 2019 | 08:02 PM

bismic

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One vote for a KC Turbo Stage 1.5.

(how ya been William?)

Mar 10, 2019 | 09:55 AM

joe blow

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After talking to Charlie at KC Turbos, I went with the KC Stage II. At the time I was still running stock injectors and it towed GREAT with that setup (updated truck and it tows even better).

The stage II doesn't like to be lugged (below 2k PRM) with a load because the temps begin to climb. Once she spools, she pulls hard and doesn't quit.

Now there is a new(er) stage II that is improved, so keep that in mind.

Talk to Charlie and he will pick your brain and recommend the correct turbo.......BEST THING I EVER DID......hands down. 4 years and not one issue

Good Luck
Joe

Mar 10, 2019 | 10:18 AM

npccpartsman

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Another vote for the KC 1.5 since you're towing a bunch. My stage 2 doesn't tow well but it goes like a bat out of hell.

Mar 10, 2019 | 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by npccpartsman

Another vote for the KC 1.5 since you're towing a bunch. My stage 2 doesn't tow well but it goes like a bat out of hell.

Hi Tim,

I don't have any experience with the 1.5, but I was curious why your stage II didn't tow well?

It took a little getting used to at first, and Charlie warned me of the RPM range it likes, but it didn't take long for me to fall in love with it. My stage II is really an all-around great turbo and I am super glad I went with that particular model.

Joe

Mar 10, 2019 | 02:42 PM