Yes, 2006 has one and if you bought the truck new and never removed it, it should be there. Do they plug? Maybe, how many miles?
catalytic converter question
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catalytic converter question
I have a 2006 ford f350 6.0 power stroke, and I would like to know if this year has a catalytic converter, I would think so, and if so do they normally plug after numerous miles.
Thanks in advance for any input.
Thanks in advance for any input.
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The answer to your question is yes. They can plug. It did come stock with one, but a check under the chassis will tell you if you have it or not, given you bought the truck used. If it were to be plugged you notice a loss of power at higher speeds and your egt's would be considerably higher.
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start with filters, oem fuel both on the rail and in the engine bay. As stated get something that will tell you live data. Could be many different things, the cat is probably not your problem.
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Scan gauge II or Torque pro app for android ?
Is one better than the other, and where is the most reasonable place to pick one up?
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One is better at some things, the other is better for others.
Scangauge II can read pretty much instantly, which helps catch voltage issues on the FICM better. It also has more PIDs available, but, a person needs to add them. (X gauges)
Torque APP takes time to "sync" with the truck (as well as any other Bluetooth type monitor)
but, it is by far a better scanner for reading codes (DTCs).
I have both systems. I use the Scangauge II for daily use, and the Torque APP for code scanning and using it on other vehicles when needed.
Scangauge II can read pretty much instantly, which helps catch voltage issues on the FICM better. It also has more PIDs available, but, a person needs to add them. (X gauges)
Torque APP takes time to "sync" with the truck (as well as any other Bluetooth type monitor)
but, it is by far a better scanner for reading codes (DTCs).
I have both systems. I use the Scangauge II for daily use, and the Torque APP for code scanning and using it on other vehicles when needed.
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You can sometimes find the ScanGauge-2 locally at Autozone. Usually costs somewhere between $126-$170 depending on where and what deals are available.
Amazon also sells it.
And there is a vendor site that sells it already pre-programmed with the correct X-gauges but I just can't remember who it is. However there was a recent post (which I can't find) where someone posted the link to that site.
As for the Torque Pro App, you would download that from the Google Play Store on almost any Android device. Then go purchase an ELM327 compliant bluetooth OBD2 adapter or what ever one the Torque Pro App people suggest.
If you have an iPhone you can look into DashBoss. Or forscan.org's "Forscan lite" which is still not ready for prime time but it's better than nothing. Hmmm...seems they just released the Forscan Lite for Android too, however it is in Beta testing so use at your own risk.
And if you don't have an Android phone or an iPhone but do have a laptop then you could download the free forscan.org Windows software, purchase an OBD2-USB cable and go that route. Kind of clunky but it would get you the data you need.
Amazon also sells it.
And there is a vendor site that sells it already pre-programmed with the correct X-gauges but I just can't remember who it is. However there was a recent post (which I can't find) where someone posted the link to that site.
As for the Torque Pro App, you would download that from the Google Play Store on almost any Android device. Then go purchase an ELM327 compliant bluetooth OBD2 adapter or what ever one the Torque Pro App people suggest.
If you have an iPhone you can look into DashBoss. Or forscan.org's "Forscan lite" which is still not ready for prime time but it's better than nothing. Hmmm...seems they just released the Forscan Lite for Android too, however it is in Beta testing so use at your own risk.
And if you don't have an Android phone or an iPhone but do have a laptop then you could download the free forscan.org Windows software, purchase an OBD2-USB cable and go that route. Kind of clunky but it would get you the data you need.
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If you use Advanced Auto and buy the Scan Gauge II on line, you can save about $50. Use code TRT30 on-line and then after purchase, pick it up in the local store, makes it about $120. Still needs programmed for X-gauges.
Torque Pro app is $5, ELM327 blue tooth device is around $20 from eBay. I think Dash Boss is around $60 and it needs it's own devise for OBDII reading.
As above I have both as well, Scan Guage for daily use and Torque for more in depth stuff. I have a Samsung 7" tablet with Torque for long trips so I can watch about 12 things at once... I'm a little overboard when driving my space-craft... er' truck.
Torque Pro app is $5, ELM327 blue tooth device is around $20 from eBay. I think Dash Boss is around $60 and it needs it's own devise for OBDII reading.
As above I have both as well, Scan Guage for daily use and Torque for more in depth stuff. I have a Samsung 7" tablet with Torque for long trips so I can watch about 12 things at once... I'm a little overboard when driving my space-craft... er' truck.
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I have a RAM mount that sticks to the windshield, just under the mirror. It's got a 6" extension on it to bring the tablet flush with the edge of the dash. I can use it for Torque and Google Maps navigation at the same time while listening to Pandora thru the truck radio, but Torque needs to establish the connection to the ELM327 first before launching Pandora radio.
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