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Re: Buying [tom250ibs]
by deiselden
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Dec 13, 2005 (5:56 am)
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Replying to: tom250ibs (Dec 12, 2005 4:31 pm)
Keep in mind that these rumors have been flying for several years. However, it is no secret that GM and CAT have been in bed together for quite a while. So my only guess is GM will bring it out, if it ever comes to the table? There is also small talk of International possibly coming into the picture. I love it, all these guy's know diesels, unlike 2 of the big 3 trying to make thier own diesels or contracting a Japenese (Isuzu-GM) to make it for them. If you search hard enough on the internet you can find some very small talk on this subject. Rumors, rumors, who knows if any of this will ever come to light? All I do know is this: I sure would hate to see Cummins leave, they have the best engine in the market place at the present! Hopefully worst case with Cummins, is they would switch over to another manufactures truck.
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Re: Buying [tom250ibs]
by mercer3
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Dec 17, 2005 (1:27 pm)
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Replying to: tom250ibs (Dec 11, 2005 7:01 pm)
Thanks I am thinking of buying a 06 mega cab pickup with the 5.9 engine, I have been impressed with what I have read. JM
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- #97 of 391
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Re: Buying [mercer3]
by tom250ibs
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Dec 22, 2005 (5:35 pm)
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Replying to: mercer3 (Dec 17, 2005 1:27 pm)
Check out Bd Forum Site. To tell you the truth i`m really impressed with my dodge, i`ve no regrets in buying that truck really like it, so i geuss i`ll say if you deside on one i hope you like it as much as i like mine. Merry Christmas!
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Re: 6.0 Power Stroke Milage [rustedhogger]
by diesel8
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Dec 23, 2005 (8:06 pm)
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Replying to: rustedhogger (Oct 08, 2005 6:59 am)
Need to return the Ford. This unit should be getting at least 15 average. Seems there has been some modifications that are reducing the fuel economy. My 2005 Ram gets 19 around town and 19 to 22 on the highway. Mostly 19.5 at 75+ mph. Under 70, 21.
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- #99 of 391
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Re: F250 7.3 Fuel Mileage ? [rdgordon4]
by diesel8
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Dec 23, 2005 (8:12 pm)
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Replying to: rdgordon4 (Jun 26, 2005 6:53 am)
Sick Ford? MY 2005 Ram gets 13 to 14 towing a 23" twin engine offshore boat loaded with 150 gallons of fuel. Around town, 19, under 70 on the highway 21 is not out of the question. Power strokes and Chevys trend to get less fuel economy than the Cummins. I work for Diamler Chrysler and the Mercedes diesel in the Dodge Sprinter passanger vans will get 21 on the highway. I think Chrysler has got the diesel edge.
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- #100 of 391
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Re: Dodge Sprinter Versus Duramax [f250diesel]
by diesel8
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Dec 23, 2005 (8:19 pm)
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Replying to: f250diesel (Sep 12, 2005 6:53 am)
The power train is all mercedes.
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- #101 of 391
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Super Chip 3805
by saltfever
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Dec 26, 2005 (7:31 am)
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Any one tried a super chip 3805 for a 2005 - 2006 Dodge 2500 with the Cummins? I have a an 05 and get 18.5 around town, 19.5  75mph on the interstate. 14 mpg towing a 23' offshore boat. Also interested in the exhaust temps. My boat weights about 5500lbs and this is the heaviest load I would ever tow. I do know in 2007, the exhaust temps will rise on the class 6,7 8 diesel trucks due to the EPA regulations. Some exhaust temps as high as 1300 degrees. Not sure how this will play into the pick up industry.
Jackie
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Re: Buying [deiselden]
by cummins1
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Jan 03, 2006 (7:26 pm)
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Replying to: deiselden (Dec 13, 2005 5:56 am)
There is also small talk of International possibly coming into the picture. Internation already make the ford powerstroke and have done for several years and are now helping ford develop a new 6.4l powerstroke for 07. internation engine will never ever even touch a cummins or even a cat
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- #103 of 391
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Chip Installed - Quadzilla
by deiselden
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Jan 04, 2006 (6:47 am)
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Replying to: cummins1 (Jan 03, 2006 7:26 pm)
I installed my Quadzilla XZT2 last night on my 2005 Cummins,and boy does this make a difference! I immediately felt a huge HP gain when it sucks you against the seat. Here is the real kicker; I reset my mileage meter and made a trip of 48 miles city and highway averages. I usually average between 17 and 19 MPG. I was averaging 25 MPG last night! Huge difference! At this moment, highly recommended purchase. I will keep you posted if I see any problems or if my mileage falls off.
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- #104 of 391
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Re: Chip Installed - Quadzilla [deiselden]
by saltfever
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Jan 07, 2006 (7:34 am)
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Replying to: deiselden (Jan 04, 2006 6:47 am)
I installed a Super Chip 3805 Last week and made a trip to Charleston S.C. Installed the power performance tow program and averaged 24.6 mpg down the hill at 75 mph and 23 mpg back up the hill to Charlotte running 75 plus. Very pleased with the power as well. Ran upon a slow vehicle and punched throttle to pass and thought I was loosing it. The shift pattern is more smooth and responsive.
Diesel 8
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