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Old Apr 18, 2004 | 01:44 PM
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Confused about flashes

It may just be my feeble mind. I have read several threads concerning flashes for my 6.0, but I do not know what to do.

My truck behaves well with a few intermittent indiosyncrasies: rough idle and such. Overall, I have been pleased to date.

Question 1: Should I get it reflashed?

Question 2: What is the latest version of the flash? This way I can ensure the dealer is doing me right.

Thank you.
 
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Old Apr 18, 2004 | 10:51 PM
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The theory around here is to not get your flashed unless it runs so bad you can't live with it. Most here have complained loudly about the last flash.
Do a search on flash and you will get plenty of information.
 
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Old Apr 19, 2004 | 09:08 AM
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Bob makes a point; Could you give us additional information regards your truck.
Year, trans, mileage, the basics please.....
 
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Old Apr 19, 2004 | 11:22 AM
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On your ruff idle after start up, turn the key off wait a minute and restart
Nine out of ten times it cures it.

Not the best way to fix a problem….however it sure keeps the frustration down.
 
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Old Apr 19, 2004 | 07:12 PM
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Info on my truck

I apologize. I thought the info in my signature would be displayed in my post.
I have a 2003 F350 DRW. Auto tranny. FX4. Crew cab. Build date was June 18, 2003.

Thank you for any help in getting my head straight on these flashes.
 
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Old Apr 19, 2004 | 07:29 PM
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I apologize. I thought the info in my signature would be displayed in my post.
Yes, that can confuse things quite a bit. My vote is to bring them back, but my vote doesn't count.
 
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