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Old Sep 19, 2010 | 11:26 AM
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whats up, i just bought a 2006 F-350, 6.0 l. Im new to diesel, pretty ignorant when it gets down to it. so if i can get any advice i really appreciate. 2 questions; first, will factory rims 16 in. from a 99' powerstroke fit over my brake calipers on this newer truck. Second, i want to get a programmer, any recommendations? something for mileage and towing? thanks.
 
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Old Sep 19, 2010 | 11:34 AM
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I believe the rims from the 99-2003 has different backspacing however the bolt pattern is the same.

Get some Gauges pyro, tranny temp and boost. for the programmer SCT with some custom tunes. if your gonna want to start getting crazy your gonna need headstuds and EGR blocked off.
 
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Old Sep 19, 2010 | 11:38 AM
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thanks for the thread. what should i spend on a decent programmer from SCT? Dont wanna get to crazy at first.
 
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Old Sep 19, 2010 | 01:31 PM
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Your gonna have to call up one of the vendors. Im not sure how much for tuning plus the programmer normally runs. Innovative diesel is one off hand I can think of who tunes for the 6.0.
 
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Old Sep 19, 2010 | 02:02 PM
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Your 16" rims will not fit your '06 truck. They upgraded the rotor diameter beginning in '05, and the smallest rim you can run is a 17".

I hate to see good trucks get screwed up, so my advice is to skip the tuner. Basically if you have to ask which one, you ain't ready for one.
 
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Old Sep 19, 2010 | 03:22 PM
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...Basically if you have to ask which one, you ain't ready for one.
So, just exactly how should someone get ready for one without asking questions?
 
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Old Sep 19, 2010 | 04:07 PM
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Glad you asked!

Go here:
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel - Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums

and read, read, read. Then make an enlightened decision.
 
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