Notices
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel 2003 - 2007 F250, F350 pickup and F350+ Cab Chassis, 2003 - 2005 Excursion and 2003 - 2009 van

Is this true??

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Feb 16, 2006 | 11:21 AM
  #1  
TRC51's Avatar
TRC51
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 2
Likes: 0
Is this true??

I was just on another web site reading about the 6.0L PSD. A guy complained that he had a loss of power in his 05 after a reflash. Wanted to know if this was true and going to happen with my 06? Nothing against the person who said it, but I would like some confirmation on this.

If you went in for the reflashing of the computer, the engine was electronically detuned. The horsepower and torque have been reduced. This is being done to all 6.0 PSD's that are going in for service. This is in response to the issues of blowing head gaskets and turbos on the motors. It will be done even if you do not get the recall notice.
Thanks
 
Reply
Old Feb 16, 2006 | 01:54 PM
  #2  
112233's Avatar
112233
Senior User
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 108
Likes: 0
yup sad cure for a few??? engineering problems... both our duelly 350`s are now gutless wonders after mondays (this week) service at the local dealer At least with this re-flash they raised the boost restriction from 20 lbs to 26, makes one heck of a difference, but... still the other stuff that the re-flash has doen, makes these 2 work horses kinda like driving an old buick
 

Last edited by 112233; Feb 16, 2006 at 02:01 PM.
Reply
Old Feb 16, 2006 | 02:35 PM
  #3  
RubenG's Avatar
RubenG
Mountain Pass
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 249
Likes: 2
From: California
If you have taken in your truck to get serviced, will the flash show up on any paprwork? how will you know they flashed it?


Ruben G

04 6.0 EB 4x4 Excursion
 
Reply
Old Feb 16, 2006 | 03:27 PM
  #4  
b_dub's Avatar
b_dub
Senior User
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 133
Likes: 0
From: Sacramento
it should, at the very least is should show the recall number.

I have not noticed any power loss and have had the flash for 2 weeks. I have heard of others that have noticed power loss but that if they drive a little more aggressivly it's not noticable.
By the way, I drive mine like I stole it.
 
Reply
Old Feb 16, 2006 | 05:48 PM
  #5  
Hogmonger's Avatar
Hogmonger
Junior User
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 80
Likes: 0
From: Florida
If your talking about the 0535B or whatever, I had it done about 3 weeks ago and I'm 99% sure I lost some snap. I used to hit the gas and I remember my head snapping back, not so much anymore. By no means is it a dog, but it definitely doesn't have the extra pop it had before. I debated calling back Ford to see if I could get the old flash back but I figured they wouldn't anyways. I was originally just hoping it was my imagination but I don't think it is. Then I was hoping my tranny might just have to relearn the shifting, but still nothing. I havent' noticed any difference in the boost guage reading, but it feels like LESS boost. Weird, anyways, thats my experience.

Also, my truck is BONE STOCK, never a tuner or ANYTHING.
 
Reply
Old Feb 17, 2006 | 10:01 AM
  #6  
Tdusseau's Avatar
Tdusseau
Senior User
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 138
Likes: 0
From: Atlanta GA
Had the ...35 done on mine and to be honest the truck runs better. '05. The idel is smoother, the off the line response is actually a little cleaner, had a slight stumble prior to reflash. Overall throttle response is just better. As for overall power, nothing noticeable, have open exhaust, egr d/c, open airbox. Still waiting to get through a few tanks of fuel to check fuel econ. So for this 2005 cc sb fx4 everything is fine.
 
Reply
Old Feb 20, 2006 | 01:51 PM
  #7  
JRM6868's Avatar
JRM6868
Junior User
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 97
Likes: 0
From: SOMERSET,OHIO
Originally Posted by TRC51
I was just on another web site reading about the 6.0L PSD. A guy complained that he had a loss of power in his 05 after a reflash. Wanted to know if this was true and going to happen with my 06? Nothing against the person who said it, but I would like some confirmation on this.



Thanks
I took my '06 in for some warranty work on my window seals and asked if there were any recalls or flashes to be done on it while I had the truck there and they said no so it's possible your truck already has had the things done to it before you purchased it.Mine has great power and runs good all stock.
 
Reply

Trending Topics

Old Feb 20, 2006 | 08:33 PM
  #8  
wb6anp's Avatar
wb6anp
Logistics Pro
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 3,541
Likes: 5
From: Weatherford Texas.
I lost power after a reflash last year when I went in for a coolant leak, The new flash did not reduce it any further but it also did not give it back.
 
Reply
FTE Stories

Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts

story-0

This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

 Joe Kucinski
story-2

3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

 Brett Foote
story-3

10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-4

Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

 Brett Foote
story-5

10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

 Joe Kucinski
story-6

10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

 Michael S. Palmer
story-7

Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

 Joe Kucinski
story-9

2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

 Brett Foote
Old Feb 20, 2006 | 09:55 PM
  #9  
rray32539's Avatar
rray32539
Senior User
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 343
Likes: 0
From: Sewanee, Tennessee
Originally Posted by TRC51
I was just on another web site reading about the 6.0L PSD. A guy complained that he had a loss of power in his 05 after a reflash. Wanted to know if this was true and going to happen with my 06? Nothing against the person who said it, but I would like some confirmation on this.



Thanks
Do the words bovine excrement mean anything to you? Urban legend? There are mixed reports on this reflash with some owners saying their trucks are "neutered" and others reporting slight mileage gains. There are a number of threads on the forum regarding this subject. Read them and draw your own conclusions. It is my experience that the truck must be driven through several driving cycles of city and highway driving of up to 500 miles before any true conclusions can be made. My truck has returned to pre-reflash performance levels, the only change is a boost limit when the engine is cold. This was alluded to in the letter that was sent to owners telling them about the reflash.
 

Last edited by rray32539; Feb 20, 2006 at 10:00 PM.
Reply




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:51 PM.

story-0
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

Slideshow: The VelociRaptor Expedition gains a lift, upgraded suspension, Brembo brakes, and trail-ready equipment while retaining the stock 440-horsepower EcoBoost V6.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-12 11:01:55


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-2
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-4
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-6
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-7
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-9
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE