i just picked up an 02 2500 and i want some more power. its bone stock as far as i can tell, what should i start with? whats gonna be my best bang for the buck?

 

If you want some major power gains check this out http://hiperformancediesel.com/produ...oducts_id=4162 It is what I am currently running and will really crank things up. It is the only chip right now that will provide this much power for your truck.

 

I recommend startin out with some gages and then go for cold air intake and exhaust work. After that I would check yuor lift pump and probably upgrade it.
Then go for a chip/box or programmer.
Good luck and have fun with it , it gets expensive.

 

The adrenaline comes with gauges if you order the pulse cm with it which is definitely worth the money!!! You will have to run a better flowing lift pump though. I have an Airdog 150 and really like it. If you have questions about Airdog products send me a pm (Im a dealer). I just did an AFE stage 2 intake and that did help cool things off a bit but im not sure that it actually helped with power. I will soon know if it helped with mpgs. At the very least cut off the muffler and cat and let the truck breathe. Or buy an kit that is 4 inch or 5 and install that. This will also help to cool down egts which you will need.

 

Gauges
Lift pump
Exhaust
Intake
Chip

In that order ....

 

Just a reminder since you did not buy the truck new take it to the dealer and have them update your ECM . This might save you a head ache later on when you choose a programmer. Good luck

 

3 down, 2 to go... who wants to buy me a going away present