96 2wd 12 valve. What to do it?

brandon329 said:

I just bought a stock except for a stack and new ball joints 1996 12 valve cummins. Anything you guys would recommend to do to it performance wise or even body or light wise? i dont know much about cummins i was always a powerstroke guy and since the 12 valves all mechanical i was wondering what you guys would recommend?

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Take care of the KDP. It can cost a lot of $$$ if it lets go.

Step one. Stand back and take a good long hard look at your wallet. If it is not full do not proceed to step #2. If it is full prepare to see it empty quickly.

Step 2. Install a 3K or 4K GSK. This will allow your truck to rev faster before it defuels. If you have a 5 speed you may not need this. With an automatic that defuels noticeably by 2,300 rpm it makes a big difference. If you would ever rev past 3,000 rpm (actually 3,200 but consider possible tach and driver error) you also need to install upgraded 60# valve springs. If you do not you can have pistons and valves meet in the expensive way. Do not forget that you will need 6 new valve covers. This is the ONLY safe power mod for a stock automatic transmission. It does not exactly add power but it does wake the truck up.

Step 3. It is time to upgrade your automatic transmission or to get a better upgraded clutch. With more power the stock clutch is likely to slip and the stock automatic is likely to demand a rebuild.

Read this if you have an automatic.
http://www.cumminsforum.com/forum/9...uto-tranny-upgrades-increased-hp-engines.html

Step 4. You now want to install gauges. You want a EGT gauge to tell when you are in danger of melting your pistons. You also want a boost gauge. With an automatic a transmission temperature gauge is wise. A fuel pressure gauge while not mandatory is a big help when you have any issues.

Step 5. Look at all of the money you just spent in the previous 4 steps. It was a LOT and you have added no power. However, your truck is now well prepared for more power to be added. You nice fat wallet is now a lot slimmer.

Step 6. Determine what you want to do with the truck. If you will be towing, daily driving, or racing can change what you want.
When you know what you will do to your truck click on this link. ---> http://www.cumminsforum.com/forum/9...ssion/314312-beginners-thread-read-first.html You will find a lot of answers including some hp recipes and it explains about the KDP.

i have a 96 2wd 12valve with a auto. had it 2 months and here is my mods and prices
built auto tran $2200
gov springs $60
valve springs $100
dynamite 100hp injectors $850
.024 delivery valves $280
intake horn $225
cold air intake $250
HX40 turbo and adapters $375
4 inch turbo back $250
increased timing 18degrees $alot of anger
gauges(pyro, boost, trans) $250
airdog 150 $500
im pushing around 500ish hp
and im just messing with motor till she blows cause ima be making a drag truck eventually with twins and abuilt motor...until then i play