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What is this discussion about? Ford F-250 Super Duty, Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD, Dodge Ram Pickup 2500, Ford F-350 Super Duty, Chevrolet Silverado 3500, Dodge Ram Pickup 3500, GMC Sierra 2500HD, GMC Sierra 3500, Fuel System, Performance Mods, Fuel System, Diesel, Fuel Efficiency (MPG), Truck

#61 of 391 Re: Dodge Ram Diesel Chip Actual Experience [taxspeaker] by drexel Oct 18, 2005 (5:59 pm)
Replying to: taxspeaker (Oct 02, 2005 9:44 am) What kind of chip is it sir.... Thanks DREXEL
#62 of 391 Re: Dodge Ram Diesel Chip Actual Experience [taxspeaker] by cptnb Oct 26, 2005 (9:01 pm)
Replying to: taxspeaker (Oct 02, 2005 9:44 am) Just wondering what the chip was. I have 5.9 Cummins and have been looking for just what you described. If you don't mind sharing I would sure apreciate it. -J.
#63 of 391 GMC Diesel Chips by cherokeebob Oct 27, 2005 (10:06 am)
I have a 2005 GMC Duramax Diesel. I am interested as many others are of increasing my mileage. I have visited several web sites that state they can increase power, both on take off and pulling, I really do not know if this would help with fuel economy or not. Several of the websites do not list 2005 vehicles. If there is any one that can recomend a chip, or any helpful hints would be appreciated.
#64 of 391 Re: 6.0 Power Stroke Milage [rustedhogger] by diverdon1 Nov 05, 2005 (12:12 pm)
Replying to: rustedhogger (Oct 08, 2005 6:59 am) I got the 2006 about 3k miles on it. All factory origonal, getting 15.5-16 mpg. I have a lead foot and cruse about 75MPH.
#65 of 391 Re: Dodge Ram Diesel Chip Actual Experience [taxspeaker] by deiselden Nov 08, 2005 (8:55 am)
Replying to: taxspeaker (Oct 02, 2005 9:44 am) I know several people who have Dodge 2004 & 2005 with the Cummins engines. I own a new 2005 with 14,000 miles on it and I average around 17-18 mpg. I have been told by all parties that you will get a mileage increase at 25,000 / 55,000 / 75,000 after the break in process. One of my friend has a 2004 that just hit 62,000 miles and he is averaging 24-25 mpg without a chip. However, I am impressed that the chip made a difference at 38,000 in taxspeaker's truck. I have to wonder though how much the chip helped vs. standard break in time? So, I guess the point to all people with an awesome 04/05 Dodge Cummins is this; you should still get a highway average milage of around 24 mpg when you hit the 75,000 mark, with or without a chip. *Another note for you 4x4 guy's; I have also been told that if you add lock-in hubs to your Dodge 4x4 you can gain 2 to 3 mpg. Actually I believe this to be true for all 4x4 trucks?*
#66 of 391 Dodge Ram Diesel Chip Sets by deiselden Nov 08, 2005 (9:50 am)
I have seen a lot of postings for mystery chips that know one will say the name of? I have been researching chips for about 4 months. However, I have yet to really get comments or feedback on which chips are better or worse than others? In short, here is what I have found: #1.)The Edge Chip - has an awesome digital monitor with 5 setting from 30HP to 140HP,expensive around $1,000 (looks rather difficult to install)!.#2.)Bully Dog Chip - opptional monitor and ranges from many different styles and prices, from $255 to $800 with monitor (seems simple to install). Also note item #1 & #2: Comes with an automatic dial down options so if your exhuast temps. rise to high, it will automatically shut the chip down until it cools. In my personal opinion this is a must for anyone who is going to put your foot into it or pull loads while dialed up! #3.)Quadzilla Chip - easy to install and is priced around $600. This also has dial settings from 30HP to 100HP Replies to this message: stoneg (Nov 12, 2005 10:21 am) kubotaman (Nov 19, 2005 4:14 pm) duallydog (Dec 03, 2005 5:10 pm)
#67 of 391 Fluidampr for performance diesel's at SEMA by diverdon1 Nov 09, 2005 (2:36 pm)
If any one has a high performance diesel pickup truck, even one with just a chip or turned up injector pressure. You should take a look at the new Fluidampr’s introduced at the SEMA show. The factory harmonic balancers are not made to soak up the heavier harmonic torsional vibrations caused by these routine performance upgrades. Unfortunately the higher power output can lead to accelerated bearing wear, as well as the increased possibility of catastrophic engine failure. Fluidampr has extensive dyno testing to show how well their product works. If you one of these trucks you should
#68 of 391 Truth about Hypertech by rthom1901 Nov 11, 2005 (1:54 pm)
I own a 2005 F-250 6.0 liter Diesel and want to install the Hypertech. Local Ford dealership tells me that it is already running at max boost and that this will cause the head bolts to stretch and more damage. Any truth to this? The dealer tells me that Ford has decided to void warranties on trucks running a chip. Any truth to this? Replies to this message: steergazer (Jan 15, 2008 10:08 am)
#69 of 391 Re: Dodge Ram Diesel Chip Sets [deiselden] by stoneg Nov 12, 2005 (10:21 am)
Replying to: deiselden (Nov 08, 2005 9:50 am) I installed my Edge wearing a suit in roughly 5 minutes. I purchased it brand new still in factory packaging on Ebay for about $575. I installed the monitor a few days later in about 15 minutes (didn't want any visable wires). Took it to an accessory shop and paid them $65 to install the pyrometer. I did purchase the Banks cat back 4" stainless exhaust also on Ebay ($569.00) to keep the EGT down (not sure if it really helped or not).
#70 of 391 Re: Down side of chips [cflowers] by coltech Nov 15, 2005 (7:42 pm)
Replying to: cflowers (Aug 30, 2005 2:41 am) I am interested in the power module that you are using on your 2004 5.9l. What make?   coltech

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