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Originally Posted by Steel Horse Cowboy
I have been thinking about that too. I tend to think a PRE-BOTH would be best.... say a nice 1985-1999 6NZ engine?
I don't want a SCR motor due to everyone I know (not just a few guys, but about 25) have a lot of problems with the RE-GEN systems, they say half the time they don't work and the other half they kick on right when comming to a mountian pass just about the right spot where the engine derates and you have to down-shift 3 gears LOL
Nothing wrong with staying pre-'02 emissions. Though you have to keep an eye on CA if you run there. As far as I know, the SCR engines have pretty much done away with regens. It was the '07-'09s that had all the regen problems. They were putting '09 engines in almost all 2010 trucks right up until a month or so ago...maybe that confused some folks. SCR requires the urea.
If you're getting that performance out of your current truck, I kind of like the idea of sinking some money into it. You can stretch the frame (if needed) and add a bigger bunk, then completely redo the interior. Sounds like your drivetrain is good. Shoot, even add a custom hood and some paint and you'd have a unique truck without sacrificing performance.