Hood Insulation

[Cj Ford]

I was wondering if the hood insulation would make a big difference .. I think mine has a good amount of whistle right now it is a early 99 so it would have the ww already i assume... I dont know if id want more noise when I'm pulling the trailer constantly running 12-15 lbs boost it may get annoying on long trips...LOL

[Dirk]

Originally Posted by alabamafrog

I wish mine had more insulation, I can’t hardly have a conversation while driving mine.
It’s nice to roll that passenger window down and listen to it echo sometimes though.

Dear GOD I agree. I have a cowl hood with no insulation at the moment. At 30-35psi, it sounds like a jet engine.

[turbolariat]

where is a good place to get a WW? but right now im not sure what im goin to do with my truck, im thinkin of getting rid of it to get a newer one. like 02 or 03. i want the newer interior and maybe something with less miles.

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Last edited by turbolariat : 05-27-2008 at 09:48 PM.

[alabamafrog]

Originally Posted by turbolariat

this will sound stupid but what is the WW mod?

thanks

Wicked wheel, basically its the turbo impeller that came stock in the early 99 but was changed in the 99.5-03 models. It is a little louder but it helps prevent the turbo from surging under high boost conditions when modding the truck to run harder than stock settings. They cost around $75 and in my opinion is a good investment if running over 20 psi boost or if you’re having surging issues. If a turbo is allowed to surge too much it will break eventually like mine did. The WW is not a complete cure for surge but it does seem to help it a lot and is relatively cheap.

[turbolariat]

damn your quick frog! i didnt even get to edit my post yet. i felt stupid for posting that, i didnt read the rest of the posts. i figured it out for myself but i was woundering what it was anyways cause i kept hearing about it. thanks though.

[alabamafrog]

Originally Posted by turbolariat

where is a good place to get a WW? but right now im not sure what im goin to do with my truck, im thinkin of getting rid of it to get a newer one. like 02 or 03. i want the newer interior and maybe something with less miles.

Keep that 2000, to heck with those new fangled young hipsters trucks like the 02 and 03's

[turbolariat]

lol yeah im still deciding. i need to get some more credit goin so i can get a house.

its rediculous how this credit system works so thats one of my options.

plus i get bored with stuff so i want to get new things.

[bigcountrysg]

I removed my insulation but only because it was sagging and rubbing on the belt. I was affraid of damage so it got removed.

[TheDurtyDeez]

does the ww and the ats housing cure turbo surge?? Also, should I worry about doing this if I plan to replace the turbo down the road anyway??

Where is a good place to pick them up?