[VortecZ]

Thanks guys.

Originally Posted by 1994Gmcsierra71

I think even a intake and exhaust upgrade would be enough, you probably won't want a smoker! That looks a stock intake box off the v6 correct? Still running the electric fan?

I am using the stock muffler because I didn't know how loud it would be. I'm considering removing it but not sure. The air filter is the stock one from the V6 so I'll eventually change that. The electric fans are the original ones, still on, and work fin.

dude you the man. that looks sweet. i'm going to putting a 12v in a 99 1500 too and am trying to figure out ideas to run the stock cluster. i like the ballancer idea you did.

I'm running the stock cluster and all the gauges work except the tach and I'm planning on getting it to work with a Dakota Digital DSL-2. Just use your original sensors on the 12v and they will work.

Hey man nice build! I'm looking for a 5.9l cummins turbo for an old international truck i have. Where did you find this one and about how much do they run.

I paid $2700 for a complete step van to part out. I know some people have gotten them a lot cheaper but this one was close to home. If you are looking for a 5.9 then check the junk yards or for old Dodges with rough bodies so you can buy the whole truck cheap.
If anyone is interested in a good low mile (less than 40k miles) 12 valve, my buddy has one for sale. I think he is asking $4000. He pulled it from a wrecked truck to do a Superduty Ford swap and changed his mind. PM me if interested.