I'll try tuning both ways with a 66 single, sdx 5x16s, and 131/fullcuts. 180 pump ad150 and 4gsk, for now. will tune before and after cam install. I need to pay closer attention to power gains perceived. Seems the main debate is between sustainable power(decent mpg, towing power, good all around power curve) vs dyno power(all top end-fuel hits hard and fast)
I understand you indepth knowledge of injectors and nozzles but i still havent seen anything or been proven that its that much better if at all than injectors costing much less.
I still think using one truck would focus better on the ability of the tuner if that is what's in question.
The idea of an Engine Masters based diesel build off is very interesting and neat and would certainly be beneficial but for the masses modding stock motors with 50-200k miles on them I like the idea of what i've suggested better. $.02
The thing is when Engine Master challenges begain the general public was able to read about all of the secret tricks and reasoning behind parts choices/setup which is incredibly useful especially for the max effort guys. But diesel modding is mostly done on stock stuff which is why I would like to see it focus more in that arena (i.e. a truck with 130k on the clock or something). Either way would be beneficial.
so wat everybody is saying is do alot of research an go with it cause guys are saying plateless is good always run a plate this plate is good run these governer springs etc...it seems like i should just pick a way to tune if i dont like it try a different setup until i find the one the works the best
i thought a #6 plate was holding me back so i put in a #100 plate that i made and i found that it was drowning out the turbo and really didnt want to break the tires loose in fourth gear, then i put the #6 plate back in and its like i found a sweet spot cause now i can get sideways in fourth gear at sixty to sixty five mph. you dont really need a dyno to get a truck running good just need time and patience.
The nose on the 6 is very soft compared to the 100. you had patience and found the "proper presentation of fuel" air should always be ahead of the fuel. Good job! That's what I have been saying for years. The gov nose height and afc along with a good plate with a little patience will always prevail over a plateless tune.