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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 08:42 PM
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delete pipe?

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Just add a cat delete pipe and save your cat if you need it if the future. It's a lot cheaper than purchasing a new cat.

03-07+ Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Diesel Cat Delete Pipe
Isn't a "cat delete pipe" the same thing as adding a pipe the same size as ones exhaust pipe to replace the cat?

Removing the Cat, will the truck run loader? Make smoke? What are the benifits of removing the Cat?
 
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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 09:02 PM
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Originally Posted by mh5500
Is there a muffler delete pipe?

I know I've seen a muffler delete pipe somewhere. If I find it I'll let you know

Sorry It's a 4" muffler delete pipe http://www.stealth-automotive.com/in...roduct_id=1275
 

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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 09:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Mrfun2fly
Isn't a "cat delete pipe" the same thing as adding a pipe the same size as ones exhaust pipe to replace the cat?

Removing the Cat, will the truck run loader? Make smoke? What are the benifits of removing the Cat?
Same thing you can just add a pipe. I choose to purchase one all ready to install took about 10 minutes. By removing the cat it should lower your egt's a bit; Less Restriction on the engine; I can now hear my turbo spool...I'm sure removing the stock muffler would be a plus for the engine but I'm not looking for a loud truck.
 
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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 09:18 PM
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I hear ya

The stock pipe was removed and replaced w/a 4" pipe before I bought the truck.
Diesels are already loud enough so I'm not looking for it to get louder but just want to help my ride run better and longer. I keep seeing people talk about removing the CAT but didn't see any reasons why.

But if you find that CAT remove kit that would be awesome if you let me know.

Thanks!
 
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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 09:25 PM
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Originally Posted by rocky1074
Same thing you can just add a pipe. I choose to purchase one all ready to install took about 10 minutes. By removing the cat it should lower your egt's a bit; Less Restriction on the engine; I can now hear my turbo spool...I'm sure removing the stock muffler would be a plus for the engine but I'm not looking for a loud truck.
Originally Posted by Mrfun2fly
The stock pipe was removed and replaced w/a 4" pipe before I bought the truck.
Diesels are already loud enough so I'm not looking for it to get louder but just want to help my ride run better and longer. I keep seeing people talk about removing the CAT but didn't see any reasons why.

But if you find that CAT remove kit that would be awesome if you let me know.

Thanks!

Here ya go...Same one I got
03-07+ Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Diesel Cat Delete Pipe

But if you are saying you have a 4" pipe...This won't fit !!!! It's for a stock pipe which I believe is 3 1/2 "
 
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Old Feb 21, 2010 | 09:38 PM
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Thanks Bud!

Originally Posted by rocky1074
Here ya go...Same one I got
03-07+ Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Diesel Cat Delete Pipe

But if you are saying you have a 4" pipe...This won't fit !!!! It's for a stock pipe which I believe is 3 1/2 "
I do the a 4" pipe but thanks for the lead, I'll give them a call to see if they have a kit for me.

Thanks again,
 
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Old Feb 22, 2010 | 03:10 AM
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The cat alone has very little restriction, onless it's become fooled or plugged. The stock muffler is worse than the cat. I removed mine and keep it and in it's place my B-D Brake mounts in the same space . When I have to smog check my truck next year I will unbolt the brake , put the cat in for test , then replace with the brake . ollllo
 
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Old Feb 22, 2010 | 08:09 AM
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I bought the MBRP that had NO provisions for a cat, (it didnt have the bolt on flange) then I added a muffler delete pipe.
 
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Originally Posted by rocky1074
Just add a cat delete pipe and save your cat if you need it if the future. It's a lot cheaper than purchasing a new cat.

03-07+ Ford 6.0L Powerstroke Diesel Cat Delete Pipe
Buying a/m is ok...but if you want to save some $$$ and you like spending a little bit of time in a salvage yard; you might want to check this out:

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...ml#post8281083

Your turbo will whistle more once the kitty is out of the way. To me it boils down to the same thinking behind the ZooDad...moving more air on the cheap.
 
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