Overview
The BD Diesel 1045991 is an adjustable turbo wastegate X-hook complete kit, part BDD1045991, for 2001–2002 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 (Base) trucks.
The kit keeps the bypass valve closed to raise boost. It uses stainless steel brackets and a dash pot with a heavier spring and a locking jam nut for setting boost pressure precisely.
Key features
- Adjustable wastegate control
- Complete kit
- Stainless steel brackets
- Dash pot with a heavier spring
- Locking jam nut for boost pressure settings
- It keeps the bypass valve closed to raise boost.
Setting boost safely
A wastegate controls boost by diverting exhaust around the turbine wheel once the target pressure is reached. Changing the spring tension or the jam nut setting moves that threshold, so each adjustment changes how hard the engine works. Make small changes, check the result and recheck the boost readings before adding more.
Stainless brackets and a locking nut help keep the setting steady over time, but they do not remove the need for inspection. Check the actuator hose, the dash pot mount and the bypass valve linkage for play, cracks or leaks during routine service. Heavier boost means more load on the turbo, the fuel system and the cooling system, so review those components when raising boost.
- Record the setting before adjusting
- Inspect hoses at every oil change
- Keep the jam nut tight after changes
Specifications
| Brand | BD Diesel |
|---|---|
| Part number | BDD1045991 |
| UPC | 19025001251 |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Kit type | Complete |
| Brackets | Stainless steel |
| Fitment type | Direct fit |
| State legal | No |
Vehicle fitment
The manufacturer fitment list covers 2001–2002 Dodge Ram 2500 (Base) and 2001–2002 Dodge Ram 3500 (Base).
Dodge Ram models from 2003 onward and Ram 1500 models are not covered by this list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
The dash pot spring and locking jam nut set the boost pressure, so make adjustments carefully, since boost changes affect engine load. BD Diesel marks the kit as not state legal, so check local rules before use.
What’s included
The kit is complete, with stainless steel brackets, a dash pot, a heavier spring and a locking jam nut.