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May 15, 2014 | 07:37 PM

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I have a 2012 F-350 4x4 with the 6.7 powerstroke and trying to squeeze more power/mpg's out of it. I've installed a Banks CAI and DPF back exhaust and run the Banks hand-held programmer. I miss the sound of the turbo and know that that giant filter is hurting my power output and mpg's. My question is to dpf delete or not to dpf delete? If yes or no, please explain why.
Thanks for the responses!

May 15, 2014 | 07:43 PM

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From: Frederick, MD

moved to the 6.7 forum

May 15, 2014 | 07:51 PM

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Thanks Senix!

May 15, 2014 | 07:57 PM

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From: Frederick, MD

What bank programmer are you running? Automind?

Also where do you live and do they test for emissions?

May 15, 2014 | 08:00 PM

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running the Automind hand-held programmer. Thought about switching to the Automind flash programmer with the IQ, but still messing around. I live in Michigan and as far as I know, they don't test emissions.

May 15, 2014 | 08:04 PM

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The IQ is a great device. I ran it along with the 6 gun on my 08. I don't think you will see much of an increase in mpgs if you do the delete.

May 15, 2014 | 08:11 PM

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I appreciate the input! To be truthful, I'm torn about keeping my truck clean tuned - I know there's a lot of buzz regarding dpf delete now that the EPA is coming down on aftermarket companies. Ever run water - methanol? I hear it's a great way to increase everything and keep the emissions. I've even heard that it improves emissions by cleaning the filter.

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May 16, 2014 | 02:09 PM

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You wont get huge mpg gains, maybe 1-2, straight piped on the highway I get just over 2 extra mpg(highest hp setting as well) Truck sounds awesome though

May 16, 2014 | 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by senix

The IQ is a great device. I ran it along with the 6 gun on my 08. I don't think you will see much of an increase in mpgs if you do the delete.

I have ran mine HWY tuned with H&S, SCT custom tunes from Innovative Diesel,Banks Ottomind, Spartan, and obviously stock.

And removed with Spartan.
Saw the best mileage gains with Banks Ottmind on the high HP tune. Next best was stock. Deleted did not gain anything.

Went back to stock. For multiple reasons.

May 16, 2014 | 08:43 PM

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Went back to stock. For multiple reasons.

Do tell. I couldn't imagine going back to stock.

May 16, 2014 | 08:47 PM

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Sledhead, I can't think of a product you DIDN'T try....

May 16, 2014 | 10:00 PM

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Do tell. I couldn't imagine going back to stock.

Main one being I have 15 ordered. Should be here in a couple weeks.

May 16, 2014 | 10:02 PM

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Sledhead, I can't think of a product you DIDN'T try....

I had a couple from when I had my 6.4. Just updated them for the 6.7. Others I bought while waiting for updates.

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