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HELP MPG HELP
FOREIGN GURU
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From: Celaya, Gto. MX
FOREIGN GURU
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From: Celaya, Gto. MX
I cant find the pic from Glen´s filter, but here is another example:
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Lead Driver
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From: Bahstun
this is the shim kit
94-03 7.3L POWERSTROKE injector tune up shim KIT w/ special Tools to install | eBay
unplug your EBPV and then wire it open and see if it does better
leaking fuel pump is going to give you low MPG
94-03 7.3L POWERSTROKE injector tune up shim KIT w/ special Tools to install | eBay
unplug your EBPV and then wire it open and see if it does better
leaking fuel pump is going to give you low MPG
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From: CUERNAVACA
Fuel JUST started leaking. that plus other points will be addressed soon/ STILL NOT clear about POWER FLUSHING COOLANT GUTS to get rid of that STUFF inside. Maybe a little grease cutting dish soap, a degreaser for motors, fast orange ?????? If motor is running and its got fresh water being pumped thru it would that not take care of problem? A drum could be filled with some "soup" and recirculated thru engine allowing anything heavy to settle down/. WHAT SAY YOU???
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From: Ashland City, TN
Well.
I can nail down one reason your MPG sucks.
"banks chip"
MPG on Powerstrokes.
Proper tuning per gear ratio and injectors.
LOTS Of flow for air and exhaust.
Proper Fuel pressure to injectors.
That's pretty much it.
I got 410's and I get 20-25 mpg on the highway at 68-70mph
I can nail down one reason your MPG sucks.
"banks chip"
MPG on Powerstrokes.
Proper tuning per gear ratio and injectors.
LOTS Of flow for air and exhaust.
Proper Fuel pressure to injectors.
That's pretty much it.
I got 410's and I get 20-25 mpg on the highway at 68-70mph
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FOREIGN GURU
Joined: Jul 2006
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From: Celaya, Gto. MX
Well.
I can nail down one reason your MPG sucks.
"banks chip"
MPG on Powerstrokes.
Proper tuning per gear ratio and injectors.
LOTS Of flow for air and exhaust.
Proper Fuel pressure to injectors.
That's pretty much it.
I got 410's and I get 20-25 mpg on the highway at 68-70mph
I can nail down one reason your MPG sucks.
"banks chip"
MPG on Powerstrokes.
Proper tuning per gear ratio and injectors.
LOTS Of flow for air and exhaust.
Proper Fuel pressure to injectors.
That's pretty much it.
I got 410's and I get 20-25 mpg on the highway at 68-70mph
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From: CUERNAVACA
The Banks chip DID improve performance and a little better MPG. I unplugged it one day and noticed a definite loss of power but I didnt check MPG. When truck goes to shop and we do things recommended I will try it without chip and see. What about flushing the cooling system out with plain water or water with liquid dish soap for cutting grease or a liquid degreaser???? With the ideal climate here is the thermostate necessary? Is hotter (203) better? Gracias Jose A.
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From: Celaya, Gto. MX
The Banks chip DID improve performance and a little better MPG. I unplugged it one day and noticed a definite loss of power but I didnt check MPG. When truck goes to shop and we do things recommended I will try it without chip and see. What about flushing the cooling system out with plain water or water with liquid dish soap for cutting grease or a liquid degreaser???? With the ideal climate here is the thermostate necessary? Is hotter (203) better? Gracias Jose A.
1 Empty the radiator
2 pull the drain plugs from the side(s) of the block. Put em back in.
3 Add water & a cooling system cleaner. Drive it for 5-10 miles. let cool and drain
4 repeat step 1-3 with water only
5 Drain again....add coolant and additive.
That's the best way, but not the only way
BTW: The plugs in the side of the block are a PITA to get out. and may require a special square socket, 5/16 IIRC
One is behind the starter.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...nt-change.html
Coolant changing instructions... - TheDieselStop.com - Diesel Forums
About of thermostat, I have read here that this is the best for our trucks:
Terminator 180ºF Thermostat - Riffraff Diesel Performance
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From: CUERNAVACA
? DUMB ME !!! still not clear on this whole coolant filtration idea/system. ? WHY??? Never had any heating problem and the coolant looks greenish and clear after 10+ yrs. I have serviced cooling systems of gassers by 1) remove thermostat 2) drain motor removing radiator hoses and flush with clean water, 3) mix liquid dish soap with water, add to motor, run till hot, drain, repeat if needed, 4) add this milk like solution sold at parts stores (about a cup, cheap, I usually double up) and run for few miles (100 ?) 5) drain, flush, (by now hoses and clamps are easy) and fill wit new green. This method has worked well for me here. ANY and ALL feedback W E L C O M E thanks
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From: CUERNAVACA
KBROWN !!! U da MAN senor
Change Out Coolant
1 Empty the radiator
2 pull the drain plugs from the side(s) of the block. Put em back in.
3 Add water & a cooling system cleaner. Drive it for 5-10 miles. let cool and drain
4 repeat step 1-3 with water only
5 Drain again....add coolant and additive.
That's the best way, but not the only way
BTW: The plugs in the side of the block are a PITA to get out. and may require a special square socket, 5/16 IIRC
One is behind the starter.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...nt-change.html
Coolant changing instructions... - TheDieselStop.com - Diesel Forums
About of thermostat, I have read here that this is the best for our trucks:
Terminator 180ºF Thermostat - Riffraff Diesel Performance
1 Empty the radiator
2 pull the drain plugs from the side(s) of the block. Put em back in.
3 Add water & a cooling system cleaner. Drive it for 5-10 miles. let cool and drain
4 repeat step 1-3 with water only
5 Drain again....add coolant and additive.
That's the best way, but not the only way
BTW: The plugs in the side of the block are a PITA to get out. and may require a special square socket, 5/16 IIRC
One is behind the starter.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...nt-change.html
Coolant changing instructions... - TheDieselStop.com - Diesel Forums
About of thermostat, I have read here that this is the best for our trucks:
Terminator 180ºF Thermostat - Riffraff Diesel Performance
