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#345 of 391 Need Help to decide by jim274 Jun 11, 2008 (2:43 pm)
I have a 2003 Chevy crew cab duramax which I pull a 33FT fifth wheel. I normally get approx. 11 to 12 MPG. I have installed a 4" exhaust with a low flow muffler and a K&M air system. ,Now I need help to find a cheap programmer and what is the best mode of operation? Should I pull in the #1 ecomony mode, #2 pulling mode for the best MPG? I dont need the other modes. Please help, Out of fuel in TN.
#346 of 391 Re: Diesel Fuel Economy and chips [dolphin1963] by rickey0604 Jun 15, 2008 (12:29 pm)
Replying to: dolphin1963 (Mar 04, 2008 8:29 am) I have a 2000 F250 7.3L 4x4 with a 6" lift and 35's, and get about 12mpg on a good day. I'm having a big problem with my fuel now that the price has gone almost to $5 in California. I would like to pick your brain to find out what you have done to get wuch good mileage. Having to drive from San Diego to Ventura, 380 miles round trip, is killing what little pay the military gives me. The good thing is I only drive that on the weekend. I would greatly appreciate any advice that you have. I also get funny looks when I'm driving 60-65 on the highway. Thanks again if you have any help. Replies to this message: darnell3 (Jul 31, 2008 7:24 am)
#347 of 391 chip to make lots of black smoke? by bigtexencorey Jun 23, 2008 (9:11 pm)
dose any one know of what chip will make my truck make lots of black smoke is it good bad what and how much ?   i have 2002 dodge ram 2500 4x4 cumins motor automatic an haz 6 inch all the way pipes ?
#349 of 391 what chip is right for me ? by bigtexencorey Jun 23, 2008 (9:24 pm)
dose any one know of what chip will make my truck make lots of black smoke is it good bad what and how much ?    i have 2002 dodge ram 2500 4x4 cumins motor automatic an haz 6 inch all the way pipes ?   Replies to this message: darnell3 (Jul 31, 2008 7:17 am) bobola (Mar 03, 2009 8:09 pm) stevedebi (Mar 04, 2009 12:35 pm)
#350 of 391 Re: what chip is right for me ? [bigtexencorey] by darnell3 Jul 31, 2008 (7:17 am)
Replying to: bigtexencorey (Jun 23, 2008 9:24 pm) Why do you want your truck to smoke? Most people on the road are going think something is wrong with it and Black Smoke doesn't equal more power, it equals over fueling which is really bad for your engine and your turbo. You see the black smoke is really unburned fuel which carrys a lot of heat through the engine and results in really high EGTs (Exhaust Gas Temps). Do you use your truck to tow any?
#351 of 391 Re: Diesel Fuel Economy and chips [rickey0604] by darnell3 Jul 31, 2008 (7:24 am)
Replying to: rickey0604 (Jun 15, 2008 12:29 pm) Have you considered a Hypertech E-CON programmer? They say users report getting 3-4 more MPG and they extra power is nice. Come to think of it since you have 35" tires you might want to look at the Hypertech Max Energy as it can also correct your speedometer if you haven't done that yet. Oh and if you don't get the results you're looking for you can return it with in 30 days and get a full refund, no questions asked.
#353 of 391 What can I add to '00 7.3L Auto 4X4 Powerstroke? by scottinsedona Aug 15, 2008 (3:17 pm)
I was considering buying a new diesel truck, but after picking myself up off the ground I'm thinking of just modifying this truck I've had since new. I only use the truck for trailering a 7,000lb Artic Fox, but we tour all over the West. What are the best things to add to this truck??? Cold air intake, direct exhaust, chip (what kind?), anything else??? and what kind of HP & torque improvement should I expect. One guy told me adding an intake and exhaust only helps 20 hp. I question whether its worth it. I only have 235 hp now (torque is okay at 500lbs) and am tired of being the slowest of the slow. I'd appreciate any and all advice here. Replies to this message: pipfindr (Aug 15, 2008 5:14 pm)
#354 of 391 Re: What can I add to '00 7.3L Auto 4X4 Powerstroke? [scottinsedona] by pipfindr Aug 15, 2008 (5:14 pm)
Replying to: scottinsedona (Aug 15, 2008 3:17 pm) You could replace the turbo wheel inside the turbo housing and new wastegate. Do the air box and exhaust, it is worth it. Those two upgrades allow for all the other possible upgrades to work more efficiently and provide you with the most power with the least resistance. You see those trucks bellowing black smoke? they do not get enough air and push too much fuel. My advice is to call Banks and keep all your upgrades from one company. One of my co-workers and my Dad did their fords with all Banks products. I wish I had gone that way with my build, Mine is like one from here one from there. Good luck and let me know how you do. ps I do not work for them.

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