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Oct 1, 2007 | 07:09 PM

KyleG

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headers on a 6.9 NA

Will adding aftermarket headers to my 6.9 IDI N/A give a noticeable power difference? One more question...do they make headers for a turbo setup?

Oct 1, 2007 | 08:08 PM

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What I have found with the headers on my 7.3, is that pick up and accelleration are greatly improved, actual power is about more air and fuel. With opened up exhaust system as per my signature, and ram air, I've been able to open up my fuel screw about a flat and a half. With a 5000lb load behind, I can go up any hill in 2nd gear, about 2500 rpm, most hills stays in 3rd gear, 2000 + rpm. I'm happy with the power out of my truck. My EGT in second and a load will max out at 1125, but I back off the go pedal at that point to keep it at about 1100. Stans Headers will not work out with a turbo set up. Next time I'm over on Vancouver Island I will re run a dyno with the way my truck is set up now!