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Old 05-05-2006, 05:33 PM
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intercooler 6.0??? banks??? leave the 7.3???

is the size of the 6.o intercooler the same as the banks intercooler for the 7.3? i know its alot cheaper.
 
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Old 05-05-2006, 06:45 PM
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Not sure, but it sounds like the new DI intercooler is the shizzzy.
 
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Old 05-05-2006, 11:13 PM
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a technicooler for a 6.0 is the same dimensions as a stock 6.0 IC. therefore it makes sense for a 6.0 Techniccoler to fit on a 7.3. i know, i want one.
 
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i was wondering if the intercooler from banks for the 7.3 is about the same as the stock 6.0 because i can get a 6.0 intercooler pretty cheap compared the the banks replacement if it will cool the air the same
 
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Old 05-06-2006, 06:52 PM
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the stock 6.0 IC is no where near as efficient as the 7.3 Technicooler. the ultimate- look at this- http://www.blackclouddieselperforman...d0f5a7056ca940
 
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Old 05-06-2006, 07:01 PM
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ya i seen that one to,bet gees cant we have one mod that would be cheaper
 
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The 6.0 and the 7.3 intercoolers are completely different. The 6.0 air tubes are bigger and if I remember right, they are higher on one side and lower on the other. I just changed out the OEM 7.3 for a Banks (including the tubes). Man what a difference. Turbo spools up a lot faster.

I need to clamp down the overboost valve (bleed off) a little, It is opening up way too fast. I know that there is a kit out there, but $160.00 is streaching my wallet a little right now. Gotta save up for that Jody tuner.
 
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Old 05-06-2006, 09:46 PM
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I read somewhere that the 7.3 banks is smaller than the 6.0 banks but both bigger than the stock 6.0, I went for the stock 6.0, spent 140 on the cooler rather than $1100. I plan on posting my results on egt's later.
 
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I read somewhere that the 7.3 banks is smaller than the 6.0 banks but both bigger than the stock 6.0, I went for the stock 6.0, spent 140 on the cooler rather than $1100. I plan on posting my results on egt's later.
Ditto on the stock 6.0 I lucked out on e-bay at the last minute for 96.00 plus shipping. For the weights I pull, usually under 10,000lb I should be safe and cool.
 
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Check out JTharvey's gallery as he has the stock 6.0 installed and he said it lowered his EGT's about 100* all around if I remember right!
 
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If the Banks 6.0 intercooler is bigger and yu can get the connecting tubes and boots, definately use it. The OEM 6.0 cooler that I have is definately bigger. Just make sure that if it is used, that you completely flush it out. I would not use anything stronger than kero and then used compressed air at a low pressure to air dry it. Just make sure to get all the junk out of then and then do the CCV mod to keep further oil out of it.
 
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where is the cheapest place to get a banks intercooler for the 7.3, ive seen the banks 6.0 for the 7.3 around 1100 but is it to tight of a fit or should i just get the banks 7.3 replacement?
 
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Lightbulb 6.0 vs 7.3

I can get my hands on a Banks tested (pressure) 7.3 now, but I don't know if the owner will warranty it.

Also, I don't know what the shipping cost would be to Montana.

I will give him a buzz and let you know. You can use the original OEM tubes, but they need to be cleaned up. I would suggest using an Aftermarket boot, not the OEM's. The OEM's have a restriction in the middle.

The 6.0 is a tight fit, it is a PITA to install, but it will go in. I understand that you will have to remove the A/C condensor and fan shroud to get it in. Also remember, the 6.0 cools backwards of the 7.3, but that is no problem.
 

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I just pm one of the guys who did the 6.0 install, he said you remove the upper radiator supports, 2 bolts, the upper crossmember over the radiator 4 bolts on each side, undo the hoses, loosen the recovery tank and move the ac lines over, then the intercooler slides out, tight fit for any you put in.
 
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Mtgrzlyman:

I have not been able to get in touch with my supplier yet. When I do, I will let you know.
 


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