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Laughing Gas
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From: Port Elgin, On
Thank you very much everyone for the very warm welcome!! And the ideas for mods are top-notch! I will start slow, probably like you all recommended, with intake, exhaust and then a chip, and then.....
Pockets you mentioned not to use K&N, why is that, I thought that they were one of the best?
Also what (I'm sure a very controversial question) type of oil is everyone running
? I'm sure this is a bad question but I want the best.
Oh and being kind of new to the diesel scene someone will have to explain all the abbreviations that are used, like the PMS that Liftedgrocerygetter used, very nice truck by the way. Actually all the profiles that I checked and had pics were SMOKIN'!!
And it is the longest week and a half... EVER
thanks again
Pockets you mentioned not to use K&N, why is that, I thought that they were one of the best?
Also what (I'm sure a very controversial question) type of oil is everyone running
? I'm sure this is a bad question but I want the best.Oh and being kind of new to the diesel scene someone will have to explain all the abbreviations that are used, like the PMS that Liftedgrocerygetter used, very nice truck by the way. Actually all the profiles that I checked and had pics were SMOKIN'!!
And it is the longest week and a half... EVER
thanks again
Post Fiend
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Gilbert, Az
Thank you very much everyone for the very warm welcome!! And the ideas for mods are top-notch! I will start slow, probably like you all recommended, with intake, exhaust and then a chip, and then.....
Pockets you mentioned not to use K&N, why is that, I thought that they were one of the best?
Also what (I'm sure a very controversial question) type of oil is everyone running ? I'm sure this is a bad question but I want the best.
Oh and being kind of new to the diesel scene someone will have to explain all the abbreviations that are used, like the PMS that Liftedgrocerygetter used, very nice truck by the way. Actually all the profiles that I checked and had pics were SMOKIN'!!
And it is the longest week and a half... EVER
thanks again
Pockets you mentioned not to use K&N, why is that, I thought that they were one of the best?
Also what (I'm sure a very controversial question) type of oil is everyone running
? I'm sure this is a bad question but I want the best.Oh and being kind of new to the diesel scene someone will have to explain all the abbreviations that are used, like the PMS that Liftedgrocerygetter used, very nice truck by the way. Actually all the profiles that I checked and had pics were SMOKIN'!!
And it is the longest week and a half... EVER
thanks again
For oil, I just switched to Rotella Syn from wally world this past weekend. I was using dino Rotella before the switch. You will get alot of different answers to the oil question.
PMS is a good thing on here. PMS (powerstoke mod syndrome) will eat alot of your money, I know it has mine.
I remember seeing a link for common abbreviations, I will see if I can find it for you. Sorry if I really didnt answer any of your question, I am sure others will chime in quickly and give you all the info need. If you have any question don't be afraid to ask them, this is a very nice and helpful bunch of guys!!!
Post Fiend
Joined: Feb 2008
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From: Lancaster, Pa.
Thank you very much everyone for the very warm welcome!! And the ideas for mods are top-notch! I will start slow, probably like you all recommended, with intake, exhaust and then a chip, and then.....
Pockets you mentioned not to use K&N, why is that, I thought that they were one of the best?
Also what (I'm sure a very controversial question) type of oil is everyone running ? I'm sure this is a bad question but I want the best.
Oh and being kind of new to the diesel scene someone will have to explain all the abbreviations that are used, like the PMS that Liftedgrocerygetter used, very nice truck by the way. Actually all the profiles that I checked and had pics were SMOKIN'!!
And it is the longest week and a half... EVER
thanks again
Pockets you mentioned not to use K&N, why is that, I thought that they were one of the best?
Also what (I'm sure a very controversial question) type of oil is everyone running
? I'm sure this is a bad question but I want the best.Oh and being kind of new to the diesel scene someone will have to explain all the abbreviations that are used, like the PMS that Liftedgrocerygetter used, very nice truck by the way. Actually all the profiles that I checked and had pics were SMOKIN'!!
And it is the longest week and a half... EVER
thanks again
Of the next Riffraff East
Joined: Oct 2004
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From: Concord NC
Cris covered it pretty good. The problem with the K&N is more with the drop in filters. The fit with our stock boxes are poor and allows dust in around the filter and through the turbo. Even stock filters in the stock box is apt to do it as well. K&N may work well in some engines, but with a diesels you need the best air filter you can get and K&N's not it.
Like Cris, I like the Rotella Syn. I ran Delvac for years. Just make sure it is a good oil rated for use in diesels. Keep your filters clean and oil fresh and your engine will do the rest.
Like Cris, I like the Rotella Syn. I ran Delvac for years. Just make sure it is a good oil rated for use in diesels. Keep your filters clean and oil fresh and your engine will do the rest.
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From: Greenwood, SC
nice truck!! you wil love it. as for oil, yes there will be many different opinions. i will deviate from the above posts a bit as i run chevron delo 400 15W-40 from wally world. it has served me well in 4 diesel trucks. still scared to make the switch to synthetic. not really sure why, fear of the unknown i guess. everyone around my town seems to run the delo 400, so until i ccan hear someones truck running syn i will stay with delo. Congrats on the truck and welcome to FTE, no better bunch of guys and gals anywhere, i am sure of it!
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From: Ardlethan, Australia
I always wondered what the FTE version of PMS was!! I already know what my wifes version of PMS is!!
There is a link for abbreviations that was given to me when I first joined, but I cant work out how to add the link to posts....technoneanderthal, thats me!
There is a link for abbreviations that was given to me when I first joined, but I cant work out how to add the link to posts....technoneanderthal, thats me!
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Laughing Gas
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From: Port Elgin, On
Thanks Cris, experience says a lot so if K&N is no good I'll stay away! I'm judging by the pics I've seen, that you discard the air box when you use the 6637 filter?
Hey Aussie that link didn't come through.
thanks
Hey Aussie that link didn't come through.
thanks
Post Fiend
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From: Gilbert, Az
Here are some links I thought might be helpful for you, James. One is a list of some acronyms you might see on here and the other is a list of common mods.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/4...mmon-mods.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...finitions.html
You are right, the 6637 is huge so you will need to remove your stock air box. Some people find it is even helpful to remove part of the battery tray so it fits in there a li'l better, I didn't remove any of mine though. Here is a picture of my 6637 with a cover that I ordered from one of our members.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/4...mmon-mods.html
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...finitions.html
You are right, the 6637 is huge so you will need to remove your stock air box. Some people find it is even helpful to remove part of the battery tray so it fits in there a li'l better, I didn't remove any of mine though. Here is a picture of my 6637 with a cover that I ordered from one of our members.
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Laughing Gas
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From: Port Elgin, On
I'll rep you Cris. Thanks so much, your a big help. As for the abbreviations list I only had time to memorize half today, I'll do the other half tomorrow. YA RIGHT! I think I'll just use it as a reference.
Of the next Riffraff East
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From: Concord NC
on her post, click on the little scale looking icon and follow the instructions.
