If you could only do one mod...
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If you could only do one mod...
So I have a question for those 7.3 lovers out there.
If you had $1000 and could only do 1 (maybe 2 mods if price was right) what would you choose?
I pull a 30' Camper during the summer and spring months for camping but otherwise play 'soccer dad' with 5 carseats/boosters.
I've looked at Dieselsite Adrenaline HPOP as an option ($600 there) or possible chip mods, exhaust, etc.
What would be your thoughts as the 'best' mods to make on a 7.3 2000 Ex? I'm getting 14 Avg right now between Freeway/Town driving with way to much idle time (pregnant wife, cold mornings = long idles....)
Lots of ppl list the mods they make but no real 'stepping' process as to which ones are often the best ones to do first.
Is it better to look at doing a chip mod before say the Dieselsite Adrenaline HPOP? Turbo fan replacement better than those? Etc.
Thanks for your help as I've been pouring over the Mods listed here and in the 7.3 section but still struggling to find a good 'progression' of mods for best over all performance.
If you had $1000 and could only do 1 (maybe 2 mods if price was right) what would you choose?
I pull a 30' Camper during the summer and spring months for camping but otherwise play 'soccer dad' with 5 carseats/boosters.
I've looked at Dieselsite Adrenaline HPOP as an option ($600 there) or possible chip mods, exhaust, etc.
What would be your thoughts as the 'best' mods to make on a 7.3 2000 Ex? I'm getting 14 Avg right now between Freeway/Town driving with way to much idle time (pregnant wife, cold mornings = long idles....)
Lots of ppl list the mods they make but no real 'stepping' process as to which ones are often the best ones to do first.
Is it better to look at doing a chip mod before say the Dieselsite Adrenaline HPOP? Turbo fan replacement better than those? Etc.
Thanks for your help as I've been pouring over the Mods listed here and in the 7.3 section but still struggling to find a good 'progression' of mods for best over all performance.
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Wait, what ?!? 5 car seats AND a pregnant wife ?!?
might I suggest the first mod be a vasectomy ?!? (just kidding of course ! bless you
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Hope you are on our side of the political spectrum as your family will swing elections !!!!
The top threethings I did on my 02 7.3 4x2 was
1)the responiveness I got from a low hp tuner....
2) the rear hellwig sway bar
3) a good flow thru muffler like the lifetime warranty on the Walker BTM - lower egt's by 200 degrees and nice sound...
might I suggest the first mod be a vasectomy ?!? (just kidding of course ! bless you
)Hope you are on our side of the political spectrum as your family will swing elections !!!!
The top threethings I did on my 02 7.3 4x2 was
1)the responiveness I got from a low hp tuner....
2) the rear hellwig sway bar
3) a good flow thru muffler like the lifetime warranty on the Walker BTM - lower egt's by 200 degrees and nice sound...
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With $1K, I'd do gauges, intake (6637), and exhaust (4" aluminized), and a DP tuner with a couple tunes.
That should leave you with money to have a T shirt made explaining why you now have Permagrin.
That should leave you with money to have a T shirt made explaining why you now have Permagrin.
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If your suspension is good to go and you don't need to do the V code/B code (or any variation of) upgrade, then I'd look at doing performance mods.
The 7.3s like to breath, and the stock setup is fairly restrictive. Your first mods should always be opening up the intake and exhaust. After that, wringing more performance for acceleration and MPG are usually next.
So, for performance, the big three are intake (filter), exhaust, and custom tuned chip.
I like the AFE Big Boost filter for my intake, an MBRP 4" exhaust for my exhaust needs, and Jody at DP-Tuner for my custom tuning needs.
Gauges are always good especially if you tow, and you do, so I'd strongly, STRONGLY consider gauges. Exhaust temp, trans temp, and boost.
Why do you want an Adrenaline? Are you having problems with your HPOP? If yes, how was the problem diagnosed and how was the HPOP proven to be the culprit?
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How is your rig when it comes to towing? Mine was ok when I first bought it, with a little wander, but over time it got worse. When we planned to step up from a 2-horse bumper pull to a 4-horse bumper pull, I knew I needed to upgrade the suspension for my family's safety.
So, for performance, the big three are intake (filter), exhaust, and custom tuned chip.
I like the AFE Big Boost filter for my intake, an MBRP 4" exhaust for my exhaust needs, and Jody at DP-Tuner for my custom tuning needs.
Gauges are always good especially if you tow, and you do, so I'd strongly, STRONGLY consider gauges. Exhaust temp, trans temp, and boost.
Why do you want an Adrenaline? Are you having problems with your HPOP? If yes, how was the problem diagnosed and how was the HPOP proven to be the culprit?
Stewart
I like the AFE Big Boost filter for my intake, an MBRP 4" exhaust for my exhaust needs, and Jody at DP-Tuner for my custom tuning needs.
Gauges are always good especially if you tow, and you do, so I'd strongly, STRONGLY consider gauges. Exhaust temp, trans temp, and boost.
Why do you want an Adrenaline? Are you having problems with your HPOP? If yes, how was the problem diagnosed and how was the HPOP proven to be the culprit?
Stewart
Haven't done most of my truck work since I owned a 68 chev in HS and that's been almost 1/2 my life now
Appreciate the ideas and plan of actions as I pursue starting to mod this Ex out!
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Yeah I thought about doing the intake and exhaust. Exhaust seems like an easy fix on my own, intake, well a little more work but both did seem more recommended by people on the boards.
Adrenaline was recommended by a buddy who swore by it, but I haven't had anything tested. He liked improved MPG and power he got but then again if he did have probs with it, then that would be why he saw such a great improvement on his.
This may not be accurate anymore, but the last time I checked, the Adrenaline is just a refurbished/rebuilt HPOP that's been modded.
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I would buy a good set of guages, or an Edge CTS, then I would do the 6.0L transmission cooler mod if you are planning on towing a lot. Will help save the transmission. Then the intake and springs. Good luck in your decision. Oh yeah, got to have the Hellwig rear sway bar.
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I like the AFE Big Boost filter for my intake, an MBRP 4" exhaust for my exhaust needs, and Jody at DP-Tuner for my custom tuning needs.
Gauges are always good especially if you tow, and you do, so I'd strongly, STRONGLY consider gauges. Exhaust temp, trans temp, and boost.
Stewart
Gauges are always good especially if you tow, and you do, so I'd strongly, STRONGLY consider gauges. Exhaust temp, trans temp, and boost.
Stewart
Stage 1? 2 or the Stage 2 with the Pro Guard intake? I'm guessing if I did it i would probably go for the Stage 2 or Stage 2 with Pro guard for maximum air intake.
http://www.dp-tuner.com/ford-powerst...l?options=cart
Any Part # for the MBRP 4" you'd recommend?
Guessing we're talking about:
http://www.dp-tuner.com/ford-powerst...haust.html#bot
Thanks again
Already thinking on when I can get working on the Ex... bout 3 weeks before Wife drops baby so wanting to get some stuff done before then
Last edited by Servinghim; Jan 17, 2011 at 04:13 PM. Reason: Links added
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I have the Big Boost on my F250 and would have bought it for my Ex if it was available way back when I started modding my Ex.
The Big Boost is like the 6637 filter a lot of guys opt for, but with a washable filer media.
Also, check out Riffraff Diesel for your gauges.
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Which AFE would you Recommend?
Stage 1? 2 or the Stage 2 with the Pro Guard intake? I'm guessing if I did it i would probably go for the Stage 2 or Stage 2 with Pro guard for maximum air intake.
AFE Stage 2 XP Intake System 1999-2003 7.3 Diesel - 1999-2003 F250-F450/Excursion - Intake Systems & Filters - Ford Powerstroke 7.3L
Any Part # for the MBRP 4" you'd recommend?
Guessing we're talking about:
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Thanks again Already thinking on when I can get working on the Ex... bout 3 weeks before Wife drops baby so wanting to get some stuff done before then
Stage 1? 2 or the Stage 2 with the Pro Guard intake? I'm guessing if I did it i would probably go for the Stage 2 or Stage 2 with Pro guard for maximum air intake.
AFE Stage 2 XP Intake System 1999-2003 7.3 Diesel - 1999-2003 F250-F450/Excursion - Intake Systems & Filters - Ford Powerstroke 7.3L
Any Part # for the MBRP 4" you'd recommend?
Guessing we're talking about:
Shipping Info
Thanks again
Already thinking on when I can get working on the Ex... bout 3 weeks before Wife drops baby so wanting to get some stuff done before then I would save your money on the AFE and look at the S&B if you are wanting a Cold Air Intake as the pricing is much better and you can't beat the quality.
If you can only do a couple mods I would focus on intake, exhaust, and a DP. Of course you can just keep going from there
Free Shipping on All Exhaust Systems and CAI kits as well.
Riffraff Diesel: S&B
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Clay, those exhaust systems on your site are only for the F250, no?
I was gonna link them here for the OP but I didn't see where you had Excursion specific setups.
As for the S&B, the Big Boost is still cheaper!
Stewart
I was gonna link them here for the OP but I didn't see where you had Excursion specific setups.
As for the S&B, the Big Boost is still cheaper!
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Nope, Excursions have there own section so you don't have to worry about picking the incorrect part.
Riffraff Diesel: 00-03 Excursion 7.3L
Riffraff Diesel: 03-05 Excursion 6.0L
We are still populating it with product and making adjustments so if you need anything please let me know.
Riffraff Diesel: 00-03 Excursion 7.3L
Riffraff Diesel: 03-05 Excursion 6.0L
We are still populating it with product and making adjustments so if you need anything please let me know.
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I would save your money on the AFE and look at the S&B if you are wanting a Cold Air Intake as the pricing is much better and you can't beat the quality.
If you can only do a couple mods I would focus on intake, exhaust, and a DP. Of course you can just keep going from there
Free Shipping on All Exhaust Systems and CAI kits as well.
Riffraff Diesel: S&B
Riffraff Diesel: Exhaust Systems Complete
Riffraff Diesel: DP Tuner
If you can only do a couple mods I would focus on intake, exhaust, and a DP. Of course you can just keep going from there
Free Shipping on All Exhaust Systems and CAI kits as well.
Riffraff Diesel: S&B
Riffraff Diesel: Exhaust Systems Complete
Riffraff Diesel: DP Tuner