Flat rate time on a complete stock turbo swap is 4.6 hrs, assuming, of course, that you don't have to fight frozen bolts. That is coincidentally the same time it should take to swap in any stock based upgraded turbo configuration. I wouldn't consider 1/2 of a day's work an end of the world situation if an additional turbo swap is necessary. I have a hard time understanding the "it's easier to work on" argument deal especially because I figure the idea is to not need to work on the truck.
Another thing to consider is your approach when you temporarily need more air than your existing setup can provide. You won't find me packing a spare larger turbo setup in my back seat for when I hit the track. When I find myself in that situation, I go this route:
Opening a valve, and turning on a switch is a little easier than swapping out a turbo. Just sayin'. If it's the aggressive exhaust note you're after, a single turbo sound is hard to beat. The only crazier sound I could think of in a semi-practical configuration is a supercharger setup with no turbo to inhibit sound, but nobody has made that much of a success to date, at least on a diesel pickup.
Don't get me wrong. I'm not here to pick a fight with anyone. I'm just trying to point out some options to weigh for each person looking at this kit, and similar options. A single turbo conversion does have it's place. We all have different tastes, and priorities in drivability, power level and curve, sound, product price, need to be unique, and ease of doing the work. To the OP: be sure to let us know what route you take.
