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Had 98 and just got an 03 What should I look for

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Old 02-13-2010 | 11:50 PM
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Originally Posted by bemhoff
Just picked up an 03 CCSB 4x4 6 speed with 24K miles. I survived all the lift/injection pump issues with the 98 24 valve. What do I need to be aware of on the 03's? Also would like a little more bottom end torque in the 1000 to 1600 RPM range. Don't want to do anything wild, probably add a 4" exhaust and a good intake system. What else would help me with the low end torque? Anyone have any suggestions or beaware of's? Thanks in advance
Low end torque, Edge EZ or another mild pressure box, Smarty will do it all, but you have to have discipline.

Congrats, I have 25k on my ODO. The lift pump on the03/04s, tend to give up early. Genos has a replacement, so does Richard @ Glacier.

If you want a 4" exhaust, you have to change the turbo to downpipe cast elbow, from the 03/04 to a 04.5+ cast elbow, most folks also change the turbo. From an HE341 54/58/9 to an HE351 60/60/9.

You have the best 3rd Gen produced, IMO. Take good care of it. Jess
Old 02-14-2010 | 03:24 AM
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you will also have to get used to not turning the steering wheel 3/4 of a turn before anything happens but I think you will get the hang of that

24k- yep, that was 301k miles ago for me!!
Old 02-14-2010 | 10:17 PM
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whats the deal with the APPS, is there a reset procedure like the 98-02? or do you need a new sensor? mine is acting up, when i shift the thottle "hangs" and even revs up a lil before goin back down. pissin me off
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