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[Trango]

Hi Folks,

First off, thanks for the resource that TDS has provided to me over the years - this site has been very helpful with information about the Cat 3208 that doesn't otherwise exist on the net.

I have been searching for the following information for literally months (well, when I happen to think of it), and whereas I've read HEAPS of information about EGT, EGT theory in general etc., I cannot find continuous EGT ratings specific to the 3208.

I've recently cooled the charge on my 3208 using a small Isuzu intercooler off ebay, and it does seem to help with my EGT's, allowing me (to think in terms of speed) to basically keep up with heavily loaded semi's. My 3208 started off as a N/A remanufactured unit that I've added a stock 3208 AirResearch Turbo, with all necessary intake and exhaust mods. My IP is still a stock NA unit. I am unsure if I have the so-called "oil squirters" under the pistons. I have been told many times that all remanned 3208 long blocks were built to turbo specs, but since I've not heard this straight from Cat, I'm of the mindset that would require personal inspection before trusting this advice.

I run my pyro pre-turbo, and I'm very careful to keep it at 1050 or below, but I have tons more power available when going up grades and I'd like to know where I can safely stick this thing. For instance, my backyard hill is the Eisenhower Tunnel stretch of Interstate 70, which is so notorious for giving vehicles heck that it's regularly used by both domestic and international automakers for testing mules, but it's the last place you'd want to melt down an aluminum piston.

Thanks heaps in advance for any replies specific to this engine.

Best,
Bob