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Oct 8, 2014 | 02:55 AM

redneckferlife45

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need to learn something

I've never had a diesel before and just bought a 1983 6.9 idi I love this truck more than anything and want to know the best way to get power and mileage out of it without blowing myself up or destroying such a beautiful work of art that dang near has me convinced my dads twelve valve really isn't that great. Please help

Oct 8, 2014 | 08:16 AM

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Oct 8, 2014 | 09:37 AM

fordtruckman838

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There are a lot of great build threads on this forum each containing a great deal of information. Here is one of the longer ones to get you started. Project Smogie

Welcome to the forum!

Oct 8, 2014 | 10:22 AM

jayro88

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Maintenance, head studs and turbo.

Past that you would need to decide what you were using the truck for to make more detailed decisions on what to do.

Oct 8, 2014 | 01:48 PM

hairyboxnoogle

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What kind of power and mileage?

Oct 12, 2014 | 01:56 AM

Macrobb

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First thing power wise: Maintance. A new IP and injectors will really help. Making sure your timing is right for your engine is also key.
Then, add a turbo. All the major kits are designed to not need studs, and it will add /significant/ power, especially in the upper end where it droops NA.

Oct 12, 2014 | 10:25 AM

mechelement

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Your IDI won't touch your dad's 12 valve as far as power and fuel economy. Your truck will hold up better than his Dodge though. When he goes on vacation, swap engines between trucks. He may be slightly pissed when he returns though.