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Needing some options...
Ok so im new here, so ill introduce myself, Names wade and live in south dakota on a ranch and my family owns an amber crew cab long box (Boat) 00 f250 powerstoke. I do have a moderate understanding of most mechanical things, I have done enough work to my Trans Am, but i am new to most of the workings of the powerstroke.
My dad is looking into thing to do for a bit more power but MPG for sure, due to high fuel prices, so far we are looking at some kind of chip and probably a Intake filter or kit. As of now everythign is stock, but with a chip i think some guages may be in order also. Thanks to any who contribute.
My dad is looking into thing to do for a bit more power but MPG for sure, due to high fuel prices, so far we are looking at some kind of chip and probably a Intake filter or kit. As of now everythign is stock, but with a chip i think some guages may be in order also. Thanks to any who contribute.
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Originally Posted by Swade
Ok so im new here, so ill introduce myself, Names wade and live in south dakota on a ranch and my family owns an amber crew cab long box (Boat) 00 f250 powerstoke. I do have a moderate understanding of most mechanical things, I have done enough work to my Trans Am, but i am new to most of the workings of the powerstroke.
My dad is looking into thing to do for a bit more power but MPG for sure, due to high fuel prices, so far we are looking at some kind of chip and probably a Intake filter or kit. As of now everythign is stock, but with a chip i think some guages may be in order also. Thanks to any who contribute.
My dad is looking into thing to do for a bit more power but MPG for sure, due to high fuel prices, so far we are looking at some kind of chip and probably a Intake filter or kit. As of now everythign is stock, but with a chip i think some guages may be in order also. Thanks to any who contribute.
Get the Guages first. Other's will chip in with their thoughts...
Dave..
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Welcome Wade,
the three guages you neded are EGT, boost, and tranny temp(unless you have a manual)
Look here for a great vendor http://www.dieselmanor.com/gauges/gauge_kits_psd.asp
after that you need to open up the air intake, and the exhaust, then you will be able to take full advantage of the tuner.
As far as tuners, may I be the first(but certainly not the last) to recommend DP-tuner. It is custom tuning for your truck, 100% better than bullydog/superchips/edge/quadzilla/banks,etc...
The customer service from DP is second to none, and the programs are tailored to how you want to drive the truck.
the three guages you neded are EGT, boost, and tranny temp(unless you have a manual)
Look here for a great vendor http://www.dieselmanor.com/gauges/gauge_kits_psd.asp
after that you need to open up the air intake, and the exhaust, then you will be able to take full advantage of the tuner.
As far as tuners, may I be the first(but certainly not the last) to recommend DP-tuner. It is custom tuning for your truck, 100% better than bullydog/superchips/edge/quadzilla/banks,etc...
The customer service from DP is second to none, and the programs are tailored to how you want to drive the truck.
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Originally Posted by Swade
Ok so im new here, so ill introduce myself, Names wade and live in south dakota on a ranch and my family owns an amber crew cab long box (Boat) 00 f250 powerstoke. I do have a moderate understanding of most mechanical things, I have done enough work to my Trans Am, but i am new to most of the workings of the powerstroke.
My dad is looking into thing to do for a bit more power but MPG for sure, due to high fuel prices, so far we are looking at some kind of chip and probably a Intake filter or kit. As of now everythign is stock, but with a chip i think some guages may be in order also. Thanks to any who contribute.
My dad is looking into thing to do for a bit more power but MPG for sure, due to high fuel prices, so far we are looking at some kind of chip and probably a Intake filter or kit. As of now everythign is stock, but with a chip i think some guages may be in order also. Thanks to any who contribute.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/7...wbie-help.html
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Originally Posted by bdrummonds
Welcome Wade,
the three guages you neded are EGT, boost, and tranny temp(unless you have a manual)
Look here for a great vendor http://www.dieselmanor.com/gauges/gauge_kits_psd.asp
after that you need to open up the air intake, and the exhaust, then you will be able to take full advantage of the tuner.
As far as tuners, may I be the first(but certainly not the last) to recommend DP-tuner. It is custom tuning for your truck, 100% better than bullydog/superchips/edge/quadzilla/banks,etc...
The customer service from DP is second to none, and the programs are tailored to how you want to drive the truck.
the three guages you neded are EGT, boost, and tranny temp(unless you have a manual)
Look here for a great vendor http://www.dieselmanor.com/gauges/gauge_kits_psd.asp
after that you need to open up the air intake, and the exhaust, then you will be able to take full advantage of the tuner.
As far as tuners, may I be the first(but certainly not the last) to recommend DP-tuner. It is custom tuning for your truck, 100% better than bullydog/superchips/edge/quadzilla/banks,etc...
The customer service from DP is second to none, and the programs are tailored to how you want to drive the truck.
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Welcome...I was new here not to long ago...nice site to check out
http://www.7point3.com/mods.aspx
-Ill be (i think the second) to suggest the DP tuner...best bang for the buck.
-Cheapest intake you can get is NAPA 6637 or WIX 46637 filter...
-I just bought a new exhaust on ebay 5" aluminized MBRP for 490 something delivered to the door, that would help keep ur EGT down while towing and would sound really good anytime.
-Also best way help your MPG is to not romp on the pedal all the time...take it from me it gets expensive after a while. try to keep the RPMs under 2k during excelleration and don't go above 68/69 mph on the highway.
-There's plenty more to do...i'll let others chime in.
http://www.7point3.com/mods.aspx
-Ill be (i think the second) to suggest the DP tuner...best bang for the buck.
-Cheapest intake you can get is NAPA 6637 or WIX 46637 filter...
-I just bought a new exhaust on ebay 5" aluminized MBRP for 490 something delivered to the door, that would help keep ur EGT down while towing and would sound really good anytime.
-Also best way help your MPG is to not romp on the pedal all the time...take it from me it gets expensive after a while. try to keep the RPMs under 2k during excelleration and don't go above 68/69 mph on the highway.
-There's plenty more to do...i'll let others chime in.
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From: high bridge, nj
EGT-exhaust gas temperature
I have not had the best of luck with the law before i got my truck so you should check to see if it is legal...I just bought the 5" one mentioned above with a muffler because in NJ its illegal to buy the truck with a muffler then take it off, even if you redue the whole system...some get away with it, i don't want to be screwed because of it.
I have not had the best of luck with the law before i got my truck so you should check to see if it is legal...I just bought the 5" one mentioned above with a muffler because in NJ its illegal to buy the truck with a muffler then take it off, even if you redue the whole system...some get away with it, i don't want to be screwed because of it.
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So its looking like 3 Guages, EGT, Boost and Trans Temp, Dp tuners, and a Filter. I see someone mentioned something about getting an Air Raid filter to fit or something, We are looking for a reusable one btw, K&N style, but not them i ran into problems with my Trans am and a K&N....
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Wade, look here
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/7...light=AFE+6637
completely reusable, HUGE, and flows alot of air. (about twice the stocker)
you can get it from
http://store.airflo.com/
But its not on the website, you have to call and ask for it.
Ask for Mike.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/7...light=AFE+6637
completely reusable, HUGE, and flows alot of air. (about twice the stocker)
you can get it from
http://store.airflo.com/
But its not on the website, you have to call and ask for it.
Ask for Mike.
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From: White Mnt's,New Hampshire
Originally Posted by Swade
Not all that familiar with the diesel lingo, EGT? What is recomended for exhaust, I have heard of some going straight piped is that common?
