Hi,
Currently have a 02 Ford PSD with a BTS auto and looking to sell it and get a 12v Dodge (need the cash for business). Since I don't want to spend $4k on the auto trans I'm wondering what besides a better clutch (probably a ValAir) I will need to buy? Anything else between the clutch and wheels that should be replaced for around 400hp? Just wondering what the problem areas are?
I've read about the 5th gear nut and a general description of the process that didn't sound bad but couldn't find a howto for it. Is that only a problem witht the NV4500? Do all the 94-98 have the NV4500?
If you have an extra minute what is the recommend upgrades for around 400hp? Aside fom 4" exhaust and gauges I'm sure a fuel plate would be at the top of the list. I don't like a touchy throttle so is one plate better than another?
Just incase you are curious about my mechanical skills they are some where between swaping motors and doing a rebuild. I swapped the motor in my 2000 VW Beetle but would not feel comfortable doing a rebuild since I don't know what to look for when it comes to wear.
Thanks a bunch
Carl
Currently have a 02 Ford PSD with a BTS auto and looking to sell it and get a 12v Dodge (need the cash for business). Since I don't want to spend $4k on the auto trans I'm wondering what besides a better clutch (probably a ValAir) I will need to buy? Anything else between the clutch and wheels that should be replaced for around 400hp? Just wondering what the problem areas are?
I've read about the 5th gear nut and a general description of the process that didn't sound bad but couldn't find a howto for it. Is that only a problem witht the NV4500? Do all the 94-98 have the NV4500?
If you have an extra minute what is the recommend upgrades for around 400hp? Aside fom 4" exhaust and gauges I'm sure a fuel plate would be at the top of the list. I don't like a touchy throttle so is one plate better than another?
Just incase you are curious about my mechanical skills they are some where between swaping motors and doing a rebuild. I swapped the motor in my 2000 VW Beetle but would not feel comfortable doing a rebuild since I don't know what to look for when it comes to wear.
Thanks a bunch
Carl