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Got the right manifold off. Yes, it's a tight fit. Many of the bolts would not come all the way out because of the frame rail being so close so they slid out along with the manifold after using a sawzall on the exhaust pipe. I'll have to remember to insert the bolts into the turbo manifold and...

First thing I did was to remove the intake manifold, and while it was off I turned up the injection pump 1/4 turn. It's probably safer to go through the side window on the pump, but I didn't have much luck with that so I pulled the top off of the pump. A little tricky in there because you have...

Thought I'd start a new thread since I've actually started on this and I'm making good headway. There are some other threads on the installation that I've found very useful and helpful. Maybe I can add some small insight to anyone else thinking about adding a turbo. It's pretty straightforward...

2 inch spacers in the front

H1 12 bolt wheels with PVC beadlocks

A little more progress...

No problem. Do most folks place them in the manifold, even on the 6.2's? I've seen them drilled into the Duramax manifolds as well but I've read to place them 6" after the turbo so I was curious about that.

Just won a cool matching pair of Autometer Cobalt gauges on eBay, boost and pyrometer. They are used and the pyrometer is missing the exhaust manifold fitting because he left it in his HD when he sold it. The probe is 90 degree shaped and has no threads. Any idea how this mounts to the exhaust...

Started the disassembly getting ready for installation. This is the second time I've tried to turn the injection pump up through the pump window without success. I figured it would be easier with the manifold off. Got fed up quickly and pulled the top off of the pump. MUCH easier. Took some tips...

I don't use that brand, but I use sprayable vinyl/ leather/ carpet dye very day in my detailing shop with great results. Most new car leather is just surface dyed anyway which is a very similar process. I frequently respray leather steeing wheels, seats and door panels when they are permanently...

Huh? No tension here. Apparently it is easy to misinterpret printed thoughts. I actually thought it was funny. Perhaps I should have added "lol" or a smiley. How in the heck would the OP come up with that for a challenge? There's probably one photo on all of the internet showing a cucv flexed...

Maybe you can answer my question 67_C-30. My turbo setup came with everything except the factory oil feed line. When making my own, do I need some type of restricting orifice in there or is it just free flowing pressurized oil? Thanks. *edit: oops, wrong thread. didn't mean to jack the exhaust...

Yep, you are correct recovery. I was worried about driveline vibration showing up after the shackle flip because theoretically the new angle is not right. I was ready to start shimming but other members advised that I try it first and luckily it still runs smooth.

I like that. A lot actually. Sure beats a winch hanging way out front. Anxious to see the front bumper work. Thanks for the ideas! When I'm out off road by myself I bypass a lot of fun stuff because I don't have a winch. Mike

Very true. Small engine in a heavy vehicle equals bad fuel mileage because the engine just plain works too hard and your foot's always in it. Same can be said for gearing up to a point. I have an '83 Olds with a 307 V8 4bbl with a 2.08:1 rear axle ratio. (not a typo) It sucks the fuel down...

okay okay. We all have our opinions on which type of lifts we prefer and that's what he asked for was our opinions. No need to get upset because different people have different ideas.

I agree on the benefits of the shackle flip over the blocks personally. Has the OP ever identified the vehicle as a 1028? If it's a 1008 the truck does not even use frame contact style overloads so nothing would change capacity-wise.

Yes. I worked in Engineering at Air Lift company for years and used my 2500HD as a test mule. It had about every rear suspension imaginable on it from stock with steel helper springs (the worst) to full air suspension using rolling lobe air springs. The heavy leaf pack of the M1008's may get...

cshawn07, did you have any interference issues with the injectors/ lines when using the stock 6.5 oil drain pipe? I plan on doing the same thing but read elsewhere that is wouldn't fit. Another question: many of the eBay oil feed line kits use a restrictor orifice in the oil feed line. Is this...

I'd rather go with a rear shackle flip. Still use the factory springs and don't have the issues that come with blocks.