[Jackpine]

Joe - We've been out of town for two days, and I'd like to answer your original question too. My truck is "stock" as far as the engine goes and I think the Gryphon is the best mod I could get for it!

The throttle lag in passing is gone, the truck seems to have more power, it shifts better and it gets better fuel economy! And, since I tow, I want to know what's happening with my transmission so I monitor the fluid temperature. And, since my trailer has two batteries (and a refrigerator that runs off DC when the trailer is being towed), I want to know the battery voltage too. With the Gryphon I get a digital readout of the voltage, not just the "feel good" gauge reading on the dash.

I don't think you're going to find anyone who has a Gryphon who would be willing to give it up.

Underdrive pulleys reduce the speed at which the power steering pump and the alternator spin, which is supposed to reduce the power load they put on the engine, giving you more to turn the tires. According to the hype, they still turn fast enough so that your battery still gets charged and you still have power assist to steer with. There is an acknowledgment that perhaps having to operate for a long time at idle with all accessories and lights on could drain your battery though, and, steering might be "sluggish" under the same conditions. The solution is to raise your idle speed some if this is a concern.

Hope this helps!

- Jack