NIsaacs

Do you have before and after temp numbers? If so, what is the difference? Did you use the same fluid, before and after?

Nice project, I will be following this! I like the larger M500 chassis you found over the M300. I used a front axle out of a '76 M300 for my '74 F-350 build. It had the twin I beam/coil spring front end but it wouldn't carry the weight of the Cummins. I used everything from the Dodge including the steering box. You do have to drive it tho, I kinda blame that on the weird design of the axle. It has the wishbone knuckle on the axle v/s the spindle. I almost used an axle out of a IHC with the 5 bolt 19.5's, but it had drum brakes so I passed on it, but in hindsight, I wish I would have used it anyway. That M500 looks like it has the D-80 axle and the strange front axle as the M300, just bigger. I would guess the axle has 4.88 gears, so the Cummins will need some faster ones.

I was expecting to see a big ole gooseneck trailer loaded up, pulling a 6% grade....

I think they were from BD, along with the exhaust brake. As far as injector failure, that's rare that you don't get a hint prior to...unless they are rebuilds, then anything is possible. RV's are new Bosch. These will stay as long as everything appears fine.

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. 290k on my RV's with no issues in sight. Smooth cold start with no blue smoke and no blue smoke on a long down grade..this is my "bar" test

The OP has a 4x2...

Okay, thanks. I don't mind the service fee I just don't like online accounts that ask too many questions. The web site is fine, I will go that direction.

So this requires a GoFundMe account? I don't have one and I really don't want one.

Me, if we were a visitor, how would we find this account? Would we have to go to this thread? As time passes, it will become buried and might not even be found. Would it be a good idea to have it on the main page, like the signup donation is? Plus, the site donation gives you more benefits/privileges, with the more you donate. Let us know, thanks.

Thanks for the extra info about the thrust bearings, I didn't have a clue. Who or what is PPD or PDD? How does the k27 sound on the intake side, good spool whistle, LOL?

No problem, only reason I knew about it, is, I have been looking at them because of the direct mount e-brake. I have also been looking at this one, it does have the 5 bolt adapter and is also a stock type direct bolt in. https://www.dieselautopower.com/s200gx-e-dodge-ram-upgrade-turbo-12769880001 Greg, it sounds like you are more than satisfied with the K27, that is good info to know. I don't know much about turbo's, so I read all the threads on them, so I only buy once. They both sound good for up to 400 hp, my max output.

It does have the 3" v-band clamp outlet for the exhaust brake but not the 5 bolt adapter. https://www.dieselautopower.com/borg-warner-k27-turbocharger-53279880001

Thanks, I feel better now. I have seen your work, so I know a warranty would be a no brainer for you. I totally understand, anything related to a tuner, would be nil, as it should be.

Why would you shoot yourself in the foot? That might work in Denver with the huge customer base, but not here in small town USA, where you need repeat customers and word of mouth to grow your business. Case in point: There are numerous repair items that have nothing to do with a tuner, such as a water pump or alternator. Yet, most vendors offer a lifetime warranty on those items. Does your blanket warranty still apply? And if so, how do you explain/justify your stand to the customer?

That works for me...90% huh?

I don't think this is front page news, IF, the repair can be related to the tuner. What about unrelated tuner repairs, does the above apply in your shop?

You will need to do better than that....

What part or parts you talking about?

It don't take much power when you side step the clutch at 3k rpm, in about 3rd gear 4x4...was that the big input shaft?

I am thinking with those numbers, you have 3.55's.

You need to find out what/why it is ingesting foreign objects. Is your air filter being eaten alive? You may have intercooler/engine damage.

No problem pepsi, I have no doubt you can drive where you are needed.

Apples and oranges, we are not talking about the same thing. You make deliveries that are designed to receive them, with a big truck. We are talking pickups and small trailers making deliveries in 1/4 acre lots. If you recall, I said you need room to swing your truck, than all is good (270*). I also said, if you don't have that swing room, the bumper pull is better. This is a physical fact. This is what I am talking about: Apple trees on the left and evergreen trees on the right. Note the fence on my left, at the start of the video. I have a 9'6" gate I need to back my 8'6" trailer though, down a narrow drive with grow boxes on both sides. Just as the truck inters the gate, I need to steer the trailer at a 45* angle off the driveway so I don't dump on it. This is at the last grow box on one side and another apple tree on the other. I did make this delivery with my gooseneck. With my bumper pull, I would not have needed to pick apples with my windshield, it would have followed my pickup in a much shorter arc, Fact. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISWqvyoh3Ng

Yes, a gooseneck pulls better and backs better than a bumper pull, I agree on that. However, when push comes to shove and there is no working room for your tow vehicle, the bumper pull is better. Physically and scientifically, this is a true story. It takes a lot of front end swing to steer a gooseneck, only a small amount will steer a bumper pull, due to the swing of the trucks rear overhang. What happens with a gooseneck when you make a sharp 90* turn? It cheats like crazy, bumper pull only cheats a little. The trucks tail swing will steer the trailer and help it follow the truck. It is this action that makes a bumper pull "tail wag the dog issue" that the gooseneck wont do because it don't steer the truck, like a bumper pull can. If I have to back down a tree lined or railroad tie lined narrow drive way, that is long and crooked, give me a bumper pull. I can almost take a bumper pull dump trailer where my pickup will go, not so with a gooseneck.

This only works if there is room to swing the tow vehicle. If there is very limited room for everything, then a bumper pull works better, it will follow the truck better, forward or back.