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Old May 12, 2009 | 08:20 PM
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New here, I own a 2005 F 250 Crew Cab SuperDuty 5.4/3.73 that I use to pull my camper. I just ordered a 2009 F 250 CC 6.8L/4.10 because I wanted more power. From what I have heard it should be a noticeable difference. I hope to learn as much as possible about this combination of running gear.
 
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Old May 12, 2009 | 09:15 PM
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Do you still own the 05? Yes you will notice a difference. You will even notice more once she's well broken in.
Good luck with her.
 
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Old May 12, 2009 | 09:17 PM
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Welcome aboard mate!
 
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Old May 12, 2009 | 09:38 PM
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You'll enjoy the added performance of the 6.8.
 
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Old May 12, 2009 | 10:20 PM
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nice choice, and hells ya you'll notice a difference...

between the extra 2 cylinders and the gearing ur gunna be 1 happy camper, so to speak, hahaah
 
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Old May 12, 2009 | 10:30 PM
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Do you still own the 05? Yes you will notice a difference. You will even notice more once she's well broken in.
Good luck with her.
Yes I still have it for now. I have heard others say it takes a while and the 6.8L seems to improve some with age. How long does it normally take to see that jump?
 
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Old May 12, 2009 | 10:44 PM
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i noticed after about 15k on the 5.4l or maybe i was just more comfortable with laying into her more. LOL
 
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