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Old Aug 7, 2011 | 09:35 PM
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Wicked wheel?

Is this really an upgrade for our trucks? I keep hearing it doesn't do much..
 
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Old Aug 7, 2011 | 09:46 PM
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i helps stop the turbo for surging. it is just cheaper than a bigger turbo. it is a mod i dont know if i would call it a upgrade?
 
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Old Aug 7, 2011 | 09:52 PM
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I see, you think it's worth getting?
 
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Old Aug 7, 2011 | 09:59 PM
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i dont have a problem with my turbo surging so for me no. if you have a lot surging it is a cheap fix, it is up to you. others will chime in that have one and will have a better answer to that question.
 
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Old Aug 7, 2011 | 10:21 PM
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What about the gtp38 wheel?
 
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Old Aug 7, 2011 | 10:30 PM
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i dnot think the gtp38r will fit it is bigger, you have to get the hole turbo.
 
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Old Aug 8, 2011 | 12:19 AM
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The WW is also louder, from what I've heard.
 
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Old Aug 8, 2011 | 05:49 AM
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The wicked wheel changes the power band to the lower rpm range. It spools faster, but not as much.

I was getting surge pulling my camper. This stopped it.
 
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Old Aug 8, 2011 | 02:51 PM
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The wicked wheel changes the power band to the lower rpm range. It spools faster, but not as much.

I was getting surge pulling my camper. This stopped it.
Same here. Worth it, IMHO.
 
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Old Aug 8, 2011 | 04:00 PM
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To the op, are you running a programmer or chip? Also what year is your truck?
 
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Old Aug 8, 2011 | 06:36 PM
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I had surge on my f250, the wicked wheel cured that. It was well worth the money there, but my Excursion has no surge even while towing heavy, so I would't even think of putting the wicked wheel on.... That is until I get the DP on my Excursion and get enough boost for surge haha.
 
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How does one identify surge? What are the symptoms?
 
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Old Aug 8, 2011 | 07:20 PM
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you will hear a woosing sound and the boost gauge will jump around.
 
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Old Aug 8, 2011 | 07:23 PM
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here is a video
‪1999 Ford F350 7.3 Compressor Surge‬‏ - YouTube
 
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Old Aug 8, 2011 | 07:32 PM
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Thanks! Glad to say I do not have that haha.

I'm sure if I did, I wouldnt have to ask what turbo surge was lol
 
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