Krambo Posted August 11, 2003 Report Share Posted August 11, 2003 Installed the Wester's PCM on Saturday. Here is my take: 1. Install is a breeze. However, remember that the plugs (wire harnesses) only fit in one way, like a computer printer plug. That took me about 30 seconds to figure out. 2, 7mm screws hold the plugs in and they are color coded for ease of install. The PCM is located next to the battery for those who don't know and the upper radiator hose is a little in the way but can be delt with. 2. The truck started fine and idled normal. I took it for a spin and it didn't feel different at "normal" driving. After 20 miles, I gave her a WOT test until the 2-3 shift. I did notice a little detonation. Seems fine however, I am horrible at judging performance mods without hard proof (dyno, 1/4 mile E.T., MPG...). It did seem a little quicker at the 1-2 shift (TM removed) and it now shifts close to the 6K RPM mark. 3. I tested the 108 limiter on NJ rt. 287 early this morning and was able to push it to 115 before I let off. Now I am just curious how high she will go. 4. The earlier detonation is now gone at WOT and it gets better every day (it seems). I will be going to the track for my final run for a while. Will post all of my results afterward. All in all, I am satisified. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MustBBrent Posted August 11, 2003 Report Share Posted August 11, 2003 Installed the Wester's PCM on Saturday. Here is my take: 1. Install is a breeze. However, remember that the plugs (wire harnesses) only fit in one way, like a computer printer plug. That took me about 30 seconds to figure out. 2, 7mm screws hold the plugs in and they are color coded for ease of install. The PCM is located next to the battery for those who don't know and the upper radiator hose is a little in the way but can be delt with. 2. The truck started fine and idled normal. I took it for a spin and it didn't feel different at "normal" driving. After 20 miles, I gave her a WOT test until the 2-3 shift. I did notice a little detonation. Seems fine however, I am horrible at judging performance mods without hard proof (dyno, 1/4 mile E.T., MPG...). It did seem a little quicker at the 1-2 shift (TM removed) and it now shifts close to the 6K RPM mark. 3. I tested the 108 limiter on NJ rt. 287 early this morning and was able to push it to 115 before I let off. Now I am just curious how high she will go. 4. The earlier detonation is now gone at WOT and it gets better every day (it seems). I will be going to the track for my final run for a while. Will post all of my results afterward. All in all, I am satisified. Fantastic! and Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted August 11, 2003 Report Share Posted August 11, 2003 Thanks, K. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippy Posted August 11, 2003 Report Share Posted August 11, 2003 for the price, i'd hope your satisfied. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmcswain Posted August 11, 2003 Report Share Posted August 11, 2003 Thanks for the info....K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctrow Posted August 12, 2003 Report Share Posted August 12, 2003 Mine was the same way, took a few days for it to come alive. Not taking it to the track because I'm too afraid of someone using the truck for something to lean against. Can you say Anal Retentive? Still faster than stock though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwest1975 Posted August 12, 2003 Report Share Posted August 12, 2003 Thanks for the heads up and please keep us posted as to whatever you notice as time progresses! Justin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02denali Posted September 2, 2003 Report Share Posted September 2, 2003 chalk up another for westers.i know its not an ss but it sure is fun to try to catch all of yall.maybe one day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenKey Posted September 2, 2003 Report Share Posted September 2, 2003 chalk up another for westers.i know its not an ss but it sure is fun to try to catch all of yall.maybe one day Is that a Goodmark hood? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02denali Posted September 2, 2003 Report Share Posted September 2, 2003 yes it is a good mark. i wouldnt buy any other.and i removed the insulation underneath which lets air travel out of the engine bay also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippy Posted September 2, 2003 Report Share Posted September 2, 2003 damn fine truck you have there 02denali. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02denali Posted September 2, 2003 Report Share Posted September 2, 2003 here are some more pics http://www.sounddomain.com/id/mybadbow1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cgar Posted September 2, 2003 Report Share Posted September 2, 2003 Wow! Nice pics and nice truck 02denali. Any idea of what you might run in the quarter mile with those mods? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02denali Posted September 2, 2003 Report Share Posted September 2, 2003 well with factory plugs, a descreened maf,k&n fipk, and i tiny bit of tire spin i was hitting 16.20. i did manage a best of 16.16.i havent been since i have installed-upd with ram air,westers,iridium plugs, and new maf.would like to go this friday and i might.i am hoping to get into the 15's by now.wish it was more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted September 2, 2003 Report Share Posted September 2, 2003 Great lookin' ride, 02. I logged onto the website and could not get the pictures to enlarge but from what I could see it looks great, man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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