1st kill in Sy #2596

[RAACCR]

I installed the Mitsu 20G, along with one of Brandon's HD propshafts. I set the boost at 14#, and went for a drive to check things out. Within a few minutes, I ran across a V-8 Dodge Dakota with an aftermarket exhaust. We were rolling along about 60mph; he dropped back about a car length, then stood on the gas...trying to get a running start past me. I let him get out a car length ahead before I gave chase. By the time I hit 85mph, I went from 1 car behind to 3 cars ahead.

The 14cm2 turbine spools a little slower than stock, but seems to pull harder on the top end. I also tried a few launches on a side street. It hooked on a 5# launch, but spun on a 7# launch. Next step...punch in a more aggressive program on the 10-in-1 and go out hunting faster prey :wink:

 

[Saudi Sy]

Cool. There is no feeling like it! I can't wait until late spring when I can bring my Sy out of storage.

Bob Bertermann
Saudi Sy #2734

 

[Mephisto]

so whats the scoop on brandons propshaft? any vibration???? i need a new prop, ive been considering that one, but i wanna hear some opinions first.

 

[RAACCR]

On 2002-02-25 05:32, Cold Wind Of Death wrote:
so whats the scoop on brandons propshaft? any vibration???? i need a new prop, ive been considering that one, but i wanna hear some opinions first.

Nice propshaft; very heavy duty & reasonably priced. I drove at city & highway speeds...no vibration at all. It clears the shift linkage, too.

Some people claim to notice increased vibration with the u-joint style propshafts. From past experience, I've found that balance is critical in these types of shafts. (I've got a huge 3" custom propshaft on my other truck.) But, the balance was excellent on brandon's propshaft. Sometimes, reclocking the shaft will lessen or eliminate any vibration. It is also critical that the flanges on the shaft mount flush with the flanges on the transfer case and front differential. Sometimes, its necessary to use a die grinder or similar tool to remove any nicks or burrs where the raised circular flange bosses recess into the shaft. Just a slight nick or burr on the mounting surface can prevent the shaft from sitting flush; if that were the case, the untrue run-out would cause a vibration.