Recent content by dsycks

BMW turbo diesel from a 335d, X5d or similar would honestly be a really compelling truck. Like, deeply. I have driven an X5d in anger and they will make some ruckus. As far as the 6L80 over the 4L80... Agree fully. I am very tempted by that transmission myself as its in effect a GM licensed...

Forced induction is magic but its not free. By that I mean not only that it costs money but its also more complex and taxes other components. I love boost mind you but chances of one of these high boost light engines being alive after 150k miles is slim. Seriously. So feel free to turbo it up...

Well... Maybe. For me it would be a great big no. Lets talk about why. In general, these smaller displacement boosted engines do decently well but trade longevity and durability for efficiency and emissions. One of the great things about the chassis we are working with is that even after 30...

This looks like a pretty cool option for the LS swap crowd as you can drop your LS and GM trans in and then keep your Cruiser TC. Even better you should be able to adjust your mounts enough that your could keep your stock drive shafts?

Thanks dude... I have just spent the last 45 min watching a bunch of videos and making a whole list of parts that I want to try to make. /Flips Tables

We do this on endurance racing cars. As an example, most BMWs have come with sun roofs for decades and the resulting weight and loss of head room is a big pain. There are a few ways to do it but its so popular and common any more that the plugs are now mass produced.

Sorry that I am a year late but I am very close. Not that it helps you now.

Out of curiosity, have you modified your rig? Or any other car? Ever? I ask this because you raise a valid point. There are VERY few modifications that are actually universally beneficial. This is likely more true today than at about any time in automotive history as systems and designs are...

Just read through all of this as I am digging into all of the things I would like to consider doing to gain performance. Weight is without question the enemy. Every pound you save is one that your tires don't have to find traction to support. Any of that weight you save means less wear, more...