97vs95 powerstroke
Thread Starter
|
Hotshot
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 10,408
Likes: 75
From: Plankinton, SD
97vs95 powerstroke
My friend has a 95 powerstroke and it seems to have a lot more umph than my 97 does. He says there is no chip and both intakes and exhaust are the same. Mine has the hypertech program in it and just does not have the power he has. We have same gears, same tires, etc. He can bring the rpm's up against the turbo and just fry the tires. Mine won't do that and my turbo is not quite as loud(same stock turbo). Just wondering if you guys have any ideas. Thanks for your help.
Thread Starter
|
Hotshot
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 10,408
Likes: 75
From: Plankinton, SD
The only other mods is the air cleaner setup. I eliminated the stock air cleaner setup with a k&n filter in it and made a homemade setup with a 12" long 8"round air cleaner with a 4" outlet on it and put some 4" pipe necked down to 31/2 to tie on to turbo. This is the same setup my buddy has on his. I checked the fuel pressure and got it at about 72 lbs. I am not real familiar with these diesels so I don't know how to check my map sensor hose(where it is) or the clogged CAT. Also how do I check the turbo for dusting? I am always willing to learn. I was just raised only around gas motors and need some help with these diesels. Thanks a lot guys.
Postmaster
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 4,724
Likes: 4
From: Rogersville, TN
the map sensor is on the firewall above the passengers side valve cover. theres a hose that runs from it to the intake.
Logistics Pro
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 4,818
Likes: 1
From: Avilla, IN
take the intake off the compressor side of the turbo, and see if there is ant damage to the compressor wheel. if dirt/ dust gets sucked up in the it will scar or damage the wheel thus lowering boost and hp.
Trending Topics
Postmaster
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 4,195
Likes: 6
From: Medford Oregon
No easy way to check the CAT, just a big soot fiter anyway. Probably easiest way is to unbolt CAT from downpipe (flang) and move exhaust over a bit. Take it for a spin around the block .. you'll know really quick.
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time
Joe Kucinski
Posting Guru
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 1,034
Likes: 0
Different turbo a/r's from 95 to 97. I think the 97's have higher peak horsepower while 95's have better low end power and torque. Thats my opinion of corse.
I've driven a 95, I know exactally what you mean, they do seem to have more jam in stock form for some reason from a stop but as soon as you start getting into the top end like high speed driving and the engine running in the higher rpm range I (my 97) was pulling up on the 95 ps.
I've driven a 95, I know exactally what you mean, they do seem to have more jam in stock form for some reason from a stop but as soon as you start getting into the top end like high speed driving and the engine running in the higher rpm range I (my 97) was pulling up on the 95 ps.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
blueovalbigblock
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L)
14
Aug 15, 2011 02:20 AM
sticks25
1994.5 - 1997 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
16
Nov 7, 2008 11:46 PM