Gauges
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Gauges
I am looking into getting gauges and I don't have money falling out of my pockets. For the 6.0 what is absolutely vital?? I don't do very heavy hauling in fact my heaviest load is well under 4000 pounds once a year so I think I've ruled out the transmission temperature gauge.
I am thinking of these three:
EGT
Oil Temp
Water Temp
I was thinking of fuel pressure but I can save $200 by going without it. Is it absolutely vital to have the fuel pressure? Please let me know. Thanks.
I am thinking of these three:
EGT
Oil Temp
Water Temp
I was thinking of fuel pressure but I can save $200 by going without it. Is it absolutely vital to have the fuel pressure? Please let me know. Thanks.
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Thanks wulfman. I definitely appreciate the reply. I would rather have analog gauges and I definitely would like to know my EGT's and temps since I will be tuning in the future. Is there anything other than on my list that I should pay close attention to?
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Look at the GlowShift 3 in 1 diesel gauges. They can be had for under $200 and will cover boost, EGT and either trans temp or fuel pressure, whichever you prefer.
3in1 Diesel Combo Gauges
I use both analog and a Scan gauge, btw. I figure why pay for water and oil temp sensors when they're already built into the engine and OBD system.
3in1 Diesel Combo Gauges
I use both analog and a Scan gauge, btw. I figure why pay for water and oil temp sensors when they're already built into the engine and OBD system.
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I am looking into getting gauges and I don't have money falling out of my pockets. For the 6.0 what is absolutely vital?? I don't do very heavy hauling in fact my heaviest load is well under 4000 pounds once a year so I think I've ruled out the transmission temperature gauge.
If you plan on putting a tuner on it, I would reconsider the TFT gauge. Now if you are going to keep it stock, then you probably could get away without TFT.
So let's see, save the $200 or use that $200 to buy insurence for your injectors and exponentially increase your chances for catching fuel issues before they lead to hefty injector repairs?
Also, once again, if you are planning on tuning the truck, I would for sure not go without a FP gauge, but unlike the TFT gauge, fuel pressure is a no debate gauge. Too many problems that can be avoided with a good fuel pressure gauge.
I don't know if you are planning on tuning, but it wasn't eliminated as a possibility(at least not in this thread). Just threw that out there just to make sure.
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Does the scangauge read oil temp and psi?
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Dang,
fretted over the scangauge or the edge cts and
finally decided to order a scangauge II from JC Whitney...
are you saying it won't do eot and ect ?
and NOW they have free shipping today and tmo !!!
timing is everything
fretted over the scangauge or the edge cts and
finally decided to order a scangauge II from JC Whitney...
are you saying it won't do eot and ect ?
and NOW they have free shipping today and tmo !!!
timing is everything
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From: Ouray, CO
ScangaugeII will read MAP (manifold atmospheric pressure).
MAP can be used to calculate BOOST..
Normal MAP is 14.7 (sea level). So, if MAP is 25:
25-15 = 10 PSI boost!
The scangaugeII lets you look @ tons of sensors for when troubleshooting issues, so it's well worth it.
Depending upon your model/year certain sensors are not available though.
Things like voltage or boost come to mind as not universally available.
Here is a great idea that I found yesterday....
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...-dash-mod.html
MAP can be used to calculate BOOST..
Normal MAP is 14.7 (sea level). So, if MAP is 25:
25-15 = 10 PSI boost!
The scangaugeII lets you look @ tons of sensors for when troubleshooting issues, so it's well worth it.
Depending upon your model/year certain sensors are not available though.
Things like voltage or boost come to mind as not universally available.
Here is a great idea that I found yesterday....
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...-dash-mod.html
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Whew and thanks for the response gentlemen !
I thought about ordering this:
Amazon.com: BlendMount Designed for ScanGauge II: Automotive
but thought I'd try just mounting on top the steering column with velcro for now
and look at options once I use it for a bit...
Will be begging for "pieces o' your brain" WHEN I can't figure the setup out...
just finished my home theater and network,
so maybe this ole' programmer type can figure out one more lil puter....
I thought about ordering this:
Amazon.com: BlendMount Designed for ScanGauge II: Automotive
but thought I'd try just mounting on top the steering column with velcro for now
and look at options once I use it for a bit...
Will be begging for "pieces o' your brain"
WHEN I can't figure the setup out...just finished my home theater and network,
so maybe this ole' programmer type can figure out one more lil puter....
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I put my ScanGauge on the steering column for a while and it worked well but the velcro eventually came loose due to the curved surface. Right now I have it mounted underneath the headlight switch, which is less obtrusive and holds on better, but I have to lean my head a little to the left to see it because it's partially blocked by the steering wheel. I think I'm going to fabricate a mount to put it under the fuel gauge, just to the left of the steering column. I'd consider the Blend Mount but I have my Isspros in a overhead gauge pod there already.
BTW, I believe there's a coupon for the Blend Mount in the ScanGauge package (or there used to be, anyway), so you might want to wait for that before ordering the one from Amazon.
BTW, I believe there's a coupon for the Blend Mount in the ScanGauge package (or there used to be, anyway), so you might want to wait for that before ordering the one from Amazon.
