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Cowracer
03-02-2006, 14:30
Post any hard and fast rules you have learned over the years about the 6.5 here, and if the turnout is ok, then I'll 'sticky' it for reference.

I'll get the ball rolling...

Rule #1 - Get Gauges before getting a chip or reflash

Rule #2 - Limit boost to 13-14 lbs without an intercooler


Tim
john8662
03-02-2006, 15:16
Nuts belong in the drivers seat, not in the intake :rolleyes:
16gaSxS
03-02-2006, 18:13
Keep between the radiator & A/C condensor clean.

when it's over 90F don't let the wife drive truck with water trailer hooked up.
DaveNY
03-02-2006, 20:00
Always,Always!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Change the filter and clean the housing before going to the dealer.
Petrella
03-02-2006, 20:25
Never, Never try to race that brand new PowerSmoke or Cummins that pulls up beside you at a red light. Ive tried countless amount of times and it just doesnt work!!

he he he

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1994 K2500 4x4 Suburban
6.5 Turbo Diesel
Pyro,Tranny,Oil,Diff temp Gauges, Boost Gauge
FSD Cooler from my GM dealer
Sweet sounding JK Exhaust
Heath Chip
Boost Controller
Crystal Projection headlights, Turn signals and reflectors.
Euro Tail Lights
Cowl Induction Hood
2" Lift
305/70R/16 BF Goodrich All Terrains
11.5" FF 3.73 Posi with Rear Disc brakes
American Eagle 16x10 chrome wheels, style 145
Alpine Stereo,DVD,Navigation System, and Alarm
Indigo Blue Metallic
Pics of my truck - http://www.picturetrail.com/gallery/view?p=999&gid=5364921&uid=2685617
Mark Rinker
03-02-2006, 22:27
Fuel filters are cheap insurance. Change them regularly!
Kennedy
03-03-2006, 10:08
Don't forget to duck when walking under a truck on the hoist with a low hanging ball mount...:eek:

Don't call Superflow and ask them what could be locked up on the dyno until you verify that you are not in 4x4. :rolleyes:
Cowracer
03-03-2006, 13:09
Don't forget to duck when walking under a truck on the hoist with a low hanging ball mount...:eek:

Don't call Superflow and ask them what could be locked up on the dyno until you verify that you are not in 4x4. :rolleyes:

A "Donk" and a "D'OH!" :D

Tim
16gaSxS
03-03-2006, 15:49
Big Rule tops all others!!!!!!!!!!!

NEVER, EVER, NEVER, believe anything FROM bizhost.....AKA STEAK SAUCE, for Gods sake and your own sake DON"T EVER buy ANYTHING from THAT IDOT!!!!
SNEAL611
03-03-2006, 18:05
If you ever have a radiator leak don't have it fixed just go to Auto Parts store and buy a lifetime warrantee replacement radiator I have had mine fixed 2 times and it begins to leak shortly after, I now have a new one and it is bigger and has been great. Also there is a grease Zert by the bell housing on the manual tranny that requires grease this cost me clutch and boy was it hard to put in. Make sure you grease.:)
JoeyD
03-03-2006, 18:45
Maintain the truck.
Change out the glow plugs before they rot and fall apart, twice in 120k miles
change the fuel filter before it plugs
change the oil press sw before it fails
change the balancer before the crank snaps
always use a quality additive at every tank

I have done all of these things and have been treated very well by my truck. I did lose a vac pump pulley that left me on the side of the road last year, don't laugh but I removed the broken pulley and wrapped electrical tape around all the pulleys like the belt would run and drove it another 30 miles till I seen my brother who was on his way to get me with the trailer.
GMCHORSHAM
03-04-2006, 04:42
Always ensure that your thermal actuator has locked the front diff in,
before you drive into a 4wd required situation.
TTM
03-04-2006, 15:43
Watch your thumb when removing #6 glow plug. That inside fender well is sharp....five stiches later......with isn't bad but....had a heck of a time with the rest with this huge bandage on.
2tough2park
03-04-2006, 19:33
If it won't start on a 90 degree day after endless cranking and cranking and shooting WD40 up the intake after changing the fuel shutoff solonoid(on my old 6.2), CHECK THE GLOW PLUGS. $600 later, truck ran great.
dieseldummy
03-04-2006, 21:21
Learn after the first overheating experience to let out of it and let the Dodge win...

If you want to tinker buy an old car to mess with not your daily driver.
Turbo Al
03-05-2006, 11:26
Dont believe the statement that the NV4500 trans oil never needs changing!
16gaSxS
03-06-2006, 15:00
Keep your Diesel Page Subscription up to date so you don't miss out on something that may help when you need it!!!
RT
03-06-2006, 20:38
If the temps drop below 30*F in winter where you live plug the truck in! Get a timer and have it turn on 3-4hours before you leave for work. You will have heat sooner and the truck will thank you. RT
JeepSJ
03-06-2006, 23:01
When estimating the time and cost of a project, mutliply both by 3 to get the actual costs...
Hubert
03-06-2006, 23:11
Don't assume battery post terminals (ESPECIALLY SIDE POST BATTERIES) are good even though they look clean. Pull the rubber back away from side post cable and clean them good. Take apart the passenger side positive cable and clean between them.
Kent
03-08-2006, 01:12
Never follow anyone with Iowa plates
Bnave95
03-09-2006, 14:38
Hmmm...say what? Don't race a PowerSmoke...you won't win. But if you want to have a fighting chance then try adding water and 50% Alcohol to make it faster.....It will pull you in your seat...feels like your riding a roller coaster
Bnave95
03-09-2006, 14:53
Don't assume battery post terminals (ESPECIALLY SIDE POST BATTERIES) are good even though they look clean. Pull the rubber back away from side post cable and clean them good. Take apart the passenger side positive cable and clean between them.
Or do the Dr Lee battery post up grade,Nuts and Bolts