Help on Choosing Modifications
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Help on Choosing Modifications
Hello,
I just bought a 2000 F350 4x4, diesel of course. I want to start off by getting an exhaust, cold air intake, and a tuner. Just wanted to know which combination would be the best. My goals are of course increased performance and improved gas mileages. Any help is appreciated...Thank you
I just bought a 2000 F350 4x4, diesel of course. I want to start off by getting an exhaust, cold air intake, and a tuner. Just wanted to know which combination would be the best. My goals are of course increased performance and improved gas mileages. Any help is appreciated...Thank you
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first thing would probably be the air intake do the 6637 mod for cheap..homemade ari filter system and has great filtration then exhaust but before the chip or programmer it is a very good idea/ must to get gauges to monitor what your engine is doing
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Welcome to FTE! You'll love it here. I'm new too and trying to figure everything out. Definitely go with a DP Tuner from Jody http://www.itpdiesel.com/store.php?c...on=show_detail That's there link. I don't have one but it's coming soon (If UPS would hurry up) They can build you a performance package if you click on the 99-03 7.3 link. It's good to see everyone is getting the diesel bug now.
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Kris's write on mods and effect are a great place to start and plan for the future.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/s...3&postcount=18
For me I went in this order
1) Air in = 6637 air filter.
2) Air out = 4" turbo back to 5" straight piped exhaust. http://mkopower.com/index.cfm?pv=hm
3) Gauges = Apillar for me.
http://dieselmanor.com/gauges/gauge_kits_psd.asp
4) Chip = DP-Tuner.
http://www.dp-tuner.com/
I think this is your basic starter package for the 7.3's. You can mod like crazy with these trucks after these basics are done.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/s...3&postcount=18
For me I went in this order
1) Air in = 6637 air filter.
2) Air out = 4" turbo back to 5" straight piped exhaust. http://mkopower.com/index.cfm?pv=hm
3) Gauges = Apillar for me.
http://dieselmanor.com/gauges/gauge_kits_psd.asp
4) Chip = DP-Tuner.
http://www.dp-tuner.com/
I think this is your basic starter package for the 7.3's. You can mod like crazy with these trucks after these basics are done.
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I would suggest gauges first - EGT,boost, tranny temp So you can see the effect of each mod you do.
2nd, air intake (Ford AIS, 6637 or AFE) & exhaust
3rd, Tony Wildman (www.totaldieselperformance.com) chip
http://video.superdutydiesel.com/vid...27000ea483.htm
4th, start a savings for the tranny upgrades (VB, TC). Some would suggest the valve body upgrade before the chip in order to protect the tranny.
Welcome to TFE and enjoy your new addiction!
2nd, air intake (Ford AIS, 6637 or AFE) & exhaust
3rd, Tony Wildman (www.totaldieselperformance.com) chip
http://video.superdutydiesel.com/vid...27000ea483.htm
4th, start a savings for the tranny upgrades (VB, TC). Some would suggest the valve body upgrade before the chip in order to protect the tranny.
Welcome to TFE and enjoy your new addiction!
Last edited by white Buffalo; Jan 26, 2008 at 10:29 AM.
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WOW! wish i had read kris's post before i started modding on my own. For being 6 months older than me, he's borderline genious and knows what he's talking about... powerstroke26 listen to him
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[QUOTE=IDPisan]Kris's write on mods and effect are a great place to start and plan for the future.
who is Kris ?? lol
who is Kris ?? lol
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Changing the air, exhaust & putting in a tuner is going to effect your exhaust temps. I would start with gauges first so you don't cook your turbo bearings when you shut down. I like my AIS intake and put in a 4" turbo back stainless steel performance exhaust system. I am looking at doing a tuner later this year and am looking at going to DTS as they are fairly local and offered a real good installed price with 3 programs and a display to see codes.
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Originally Posted by white Buffalo
...4th, start a savings for the tranny upgrades (VB, TC). Some would suggest the valve body upgrade before the chip in order to protect the tranny.
Welcome to TFE and enjoy your new addiction!
Welcome to TFE and enjoy your new addiction!
I also say, Welcome to TFE and enjoy your new addiction!
I was the guy who came in and said I will only do "the big three." Well...now I have a valve body, full set of gauges, no intake 
, stuff to do intanks and CCV, GPR LED, looking into 05 headlights, 08 tailgate...it just keeps going 
My wife loves this site!!!
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Originally Posted by sflem849
I would be one that suggests spending the money on the VB before the chip. Yes, it is an additional $225 out of the box (BTS or John Wood That is your call. They are the same money.) but you won't have to waste money (and drive your truck stock) later sending the chip back to get reflashed. Plus, it is cheap tranny insurance.
I also say, Welcome to TFE and enjoy your new addiction! I was the guy who came in and said I will only do "the big three." Well...now I have a valve body, full set of gauges, no intake , stuff to do intanks and CCV, GPR LED, looking into 05 headlights, 08 tailgate...it just keeps going My wife loves this site!!!
I also say, Welcome to TFE and enjoy your new addiction!
I was the guy who came in and said I will only do "the big three." Well...now I have a valve body, full set of gauges, no intake , stuff to do intanks and CCV, GPR LED, looking into 05 headlights, 08 tailgate...it just keeps going My wife loves this site!!!