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I'm hoping that I can get some good quality advice from this posting. I already have an Edge EZ box installed and a K&N filter. I want to go with an AFE stage II and a 4 or 5" downpipe back exhaust. 1) am I heading in the right direction here? 2) what is the gain/advantage of 5" pipe?. I am going to get the DTT Noise Filter to hopefully stop the constant searching for gear/lockup. I want to make the tranny shift much firmer and quicker (less gear overlap). 3) what is the advantage of a new valve body over a calibration kit besides price. The current tranny was warrantied about 500 miles ago, so it is fresh. I want to keep it that way. 4) is a deep aluminum pan helpful in cooling and worth the $250 investment? 5) will an auxiliary cooler w/fan a good investment? 6) do I need to look at servos and accumulators for the tranny?
I am sure I have overlooked other parts that will help ensure the longevity of my Dodge. I willingly listen to good, sound advice. I am going to get the 3 gauge pod to monitor the engine & tranny. 7) I would like to know which company or companies I should tap for the required parts? I am sure that not all parts are created equally. I would greatly prefer that everything I purchased is stamped MADE IN THE USA!!!
All help will be greatly appreciated!
Kevin
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