Power Chip or Not
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Power Chip or Not
I see on this forum and others mentions of adding a new chip to improve mileage and horsepower. I have and F350 with the 6.8-V-10 and would like thoughts about installing one of the chips. Do they really make a difference and what about stories I've heard about them messing up you factory computer? Any input appreciated.
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I see on this forum and others mentions of adding a new chip to improve mileage and horsepower. I have and F350 with the 6.8-V-10 and would like thoughts about installing one of the chips. Do they really make a difference and what about stories I've heard about them messing up you factory computer? Any input appreciated.
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No doubt you can gain alot of power with a programmer. You don't say what year is your 6.8, whether it is a 2V or 3V, will make a big difference in how you can gain power. Please tell us what year and what tranny you have.
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My Truck is 2003 and I'm not sure which Transmission it has. How do I determine trans? I recently inherited this truck and so far I'm very impressed with it. That engine is amazing except for the mileage part. Any and all suggestions welcome.
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Before you chip or program, you need to gut your exhaust including an upgraded "Y" pipe. After that chore, then you should purchase a Transgo Tugger Shift Kit and have the tranny pan dropped for a service and add the Transgo. You have a 4R100 tranny. After that, then consider a Mike's 5 Star programmer for a 2 V 6.8. Talk to Mike about what you want in the way of performance, economy or towing and he will fix you up.
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