H&S vs. Spartan Test
#16
Why wouldnt you use the latest updates from Spartan? Kinda like comparing a LS7 vs LS6....
I think for a better comparison and for others benefit on here it would be a wise move. Not really fair for Spartan if you ask me, otherwise a good review and its appreciated. I would like to try H&S to see the diffs myself.
I think for a better comparison and for others benefit on here it would be a wise move. Not really fair for Spartan if you ask me, otherwise a good review and its appreciated. I would like to try H&S to see the diffs myself.
I agree. Maybe i'll load these up in the next day or so and give them a try.
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I wont use over the 210 or so range as daily driver and use some mid power type for light towing and the lowest power boost level for heavy towing.
I had a 6.0 w/Innovative tunes and did the same with 3 power levels. I know the 6.4 is a stouter build than the 6.0, especially in the head bolt area that was a weak link in some stock 6.0 engines, and even more so on tuned ones.
However, there are more reported head gasket failures on some of the highest powered 6.4's and some transmission failures too. I cant afford those, but with some common sense, moderate power increases, and a DPF delete, I am comfortable with the package. Some may say leave well enough alone, but to each their own...
I had a 6.0 w/Innovative tunes and did the same with 3 power levels. I know the 6.4 is a stouter build than the 6.0, especially in the head bolt area that was a weak link in some stock 6.0 engines, and even more so on tuned ones.
However, there are more reported head gasket failures on some of the highest powered 6.4's and some transmission failures too. I cant afford those, but with some common sense, moderate power increases, and a DPF delete, I am comfortable with the package. Some may say leave well enough alone, but to each their own...
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I also run the H@S tuner on the no power mode and dpf/cat delete with the egr disabled and the truck is awsome. I can not speak for the spartan as I have never had one. I can tell you I tow a camper that is 8500lb and got 14.4 mpg hand calculated on 1800 mile trip. I also tow a gooseneck with my tractor on it and it is around 11000 lbs and no problems. engine and tranny is much better than stock. there is a dyno on the web that runs a 6.4 stock and it had 269 RWHP AND with the h@s tuner ON NO POWER and dpf/cat delete and egr disabled it had 390 RWHP. the emmision stuff just kills the engine.
#24
I also run the H@S tuner on the no power mode and dpf/cat delete with the egr disabled and the truck is awsome. I can not speak for the spartan as I have never had one. I can tell you I tow a camper that is 8500lb and got 14.4 mpg hand calculated on 1800 mile trip. I also tow a gooseneck with my tractor on it and it is around 11000 lbs and no problems. engine and tranny is much better than stock. there is a dyno on the web that runs a 6.4 stock and it had 269 RWHP AND with the h@s tuner ON NO POWER and dpf/cat delete and egr disabled it had 390 RWHP. the emmision stuff just kills the engine.
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Thanks for the test. Backs up what I'm about to do (getting the Minimaxx soon)
One of my favorite parts about the H&S is the ability to adjust the TPMS. The test results you've seen are just a bonus. Really looking forward to dumping the DPF. Plowing with this thing sucks fuel because it's always wanting to regen.
One of my favorite parts about the H&S is the ability to adjust the TPMS. The test results you've seen are just a bonus. Really looking forward to dumping the DPF. Plowing with this thing sucks fuel because it's always wanting to regen.
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Thanks for the test. Backs up what I'm about to do (getting the Minimaxx soon)
One of my favorite parts about the H&S is the ability to adjust the TPMS. The test results you've seen are just a bonus. Really looking forward to dumping the DPF. Plowing with this thing sucks fuel because it's always wanting to regen.
One of my favorite parts about the H&S is the ability to adjust the TPMS. The test results you've seen are just a bonus. Really looking forward to dumping the DPF. Plowing with this thing sucks fuel because it's always wanting to regen.
#28
Actually I like the dashdac alot as it provides alot of info. It's bigger but you can see it better too. I like to minimax look a little better but each is great in its own way. However the controller really doesn't matter as much to me as compared to how the truck runs. I now have my truck set to no power and will remove the minimax. Now that's just me and I can fully appreciate the guy that wants to race now an then too. For this person having the shift on the fly and watching parameters is awesome.
#30
First time poster here. Firstly, what an awesome forum! Such a great knowledge bank!
Sorry, I don't mean to hijack this topic, but I don't think it deserves a new thread. I am sure I will be corrected if I am wrong.
I am looking to install a programmer (dpf delete) on my 2009 and am wondering just how big a job this is. I am getting quotes of 3-4 hours labour at $125/hour and I just can't see it. Drop the exhaust (down pipe back), bolt up the new and plug in the programmer. Am I missing something here? One guy quoted me $2500+ (Cdn$)for the Mini Maxx and pipes. Sounds outrageous to me.
Thanks for your thoughts.
Sorry, I don't mean to hijack this topic, but I don't think it deserves a new thread. I am sure I will be corrected if I am wrong.
I am looking to install a programmer (dpf delete) on my 2009 and am wondering just how big a job this is. I am getting quotes of 3-4 hours labour at $125/hour and I just can't see it. Drop the exhaust (down pipe back), bolt up the new and plug in the programmer. Am I missing something here? One guy quoted me $2500+ (Cdn$)for the Mini Maxx and pipes. Sounds outrageous to me.
Thanks for your thoughts.