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    i converted to duramax..i think

    There are a couple of websites, powerstrokehelp.com and youtube podcast "Diesel Performance Podcast Episode 7" that have lots of information on considerations when buying a truck for all kinds of applications. Powerstrokehelp.com also has a number of youtube clips. Good Luck
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    engine life

    I'm now a Duramax newbee. Been Ford for years, but saw, drove and fell in love with my 2008 2500HD. Had it for about six months, and am completely satisfied. Just finished a 3000 mile trip to Arizona and back running empty. Averaged 18.8 mpg through Oregon, California and Arizona. That GMC...
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    Making the switch to Cummins

    I'm a long time Ford guy who just sold a 91 F250 that I used to haul a 29' fifth wheel. I did a ton of upgrades to the 7.3 and E40D, and made them work well, but have been a Cummins fan for years. I've decided on either an 2003 or 2004 Ram 2500 because of good hp and torque with limited...
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    Continuing Intercooler Search

    Just found an intercooler kit on e-bay that the seller rates at 700 CFM, with a pressure drop of 0.2 to 0.5 PSI at 15 PSI with a physical size of 27”x7”x2.5” and 2.5” inlet and outlet. He claims 21”x7”x2.5” core size. His kit includes 2.5” aluminum tubing, connectors and couplers. The core is...
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    Disappiontment In The Mountains

    Wow, five full pages of information. Thanks. After reading all you've writer, I'm sure I was a big part of the problem. As I said I was treating my pit bull like a lap dog. But, it was my first trip through the mountains, and I sure didn't want to break half way through a pass. I called...
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    Disappiontment In The Mountains

    junk, After timing adjustment I'll reset the boost. I left it where it was when I installed the Banks. The highest I've seen is 7 PSI. Again thanks. Someone should right a manual on how to drive these trucks. But I guess you guys just did.
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    Disappiontment In The Mountains

    david85, No smoke until I load up on a long grade. As soon as I shift down the smoke clears up. I think I'm getting the feel for this. I can get my added power by kicking up the RPMs. I can do that by getting on the throttle early, long before I hit the 6% grade. The 7.3 will take the...
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    Disappiontment In The Mountains

    I'm learning about the mountains and posting a reply. I've managed to screw up the post twice. Anyway: theguraut12 - OK, definitely more RPMs when I need them. Looking forward to giving it a try. icanfixall - Did the mark and rotate, and it's definitely 4.10s. And, you're right. The pyro...
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    Disappiontment In The Mountains

    I'm learning lots about mountain towing: theguraut12 - OK, more RPMs, at least until I'm up the 6% grade. I'm anxious to see how I can climb on the return trip. icanfixall - I did the mark and rotate test, and it's definitely 4.10s. And you're right. The pyro. is before the turbo. With...
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    Disappiontment In The Mountains

    I'm learning lots about mountain towing: theguraut12 - OK, more RPMs, at least until I'm up the 6% grade. I'm anxious to see how I can climb on the return trip. icanfixall - I did the mark and rotate test, and it's definitely 4.10s. And you're right. The pyro. is before the turbo. With...
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    Disappiontment In The Mountains

    Thanks guys. Very interesting. Here are more of my specifics. E40D with 1 / 1 in 3rd, pyro. after the Banks, 4.10 dif., no inner cooler, 174,000 original miles. Both the transmission and dist. fuel pump are recent rebuilds. The Banks is waste gated. I turned up the fuel delivery 1/4 turn when I...
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    Disappiontment In The Mountains

    Got the old girl (91 F250 7.3 with Banks turbo) ready for our first winter trip south from Washington to Arizona. The E40D was rebuilt with all the new bells and whistles. Running gear was serviced as needed, and new tires added. So, off we went. All was fine on the first leg from Seattle...
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    Buying American

    OK, I'm gonna try this reply one more time. First, thanks icanfixall for the info. Not sure why the guy at Banks said he "thought it was Garrett" unless he was simply saying what he thought I wanted to hear. I hate BS when I'm looking for a simple answer. Anyway, I'm going to call Banks...
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    Buying American

    I just placed my order for a Banks Sidewinder for my 91, 7.3. I'm getting it directly from Banks who made me a deal no one else could match. Before retiring I worked as a machinist, steamfitter, maintenance supervisor, project manager and general contractor. During that time I had the...
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    E4OD Woes...?

    Before the rebuild on my E40D (1991 F250) I had similar problems. But, nothing during the rebuild and upgrade showed conditions that would cause those problems. When I used my scanner it always showed a TPS fault code, but voltage tests always gave readings that were in range. I even had the...
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    Hypermax?

    I also wish I knew for sure if the Sidewinder made for my 7.3 was done in California. All I could find out was that their main shop includes about one hundred employees. During my working years I spent time along side craftsmen and women from Europe, Japan and the USA. NO ONE, AND I MEAN NO...
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    Hypermax?

    As a definate newbee, and one who's about to buy a turbo I want to pass on my reasoning. This is in the form of a question, not a recommendation cause I have lots more questions than answers. I picked Banks for four reasons. 1) The waste gated system led me to believe that it would limit...
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    A Big Thank You

    I'm several months into my first diesel truck project, and wanted to let you know how much help the information on this site has been. *The suspension is done including new ball joints. *The old girl has a new set of tires *The IP is rebuild, and fuel lines replaced *The transmission is...
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    Diesel Boat Guy Needs Truck Info.

    OK, I have an IP and TPS to adjust. That's plenty for this newby for a day or two. I'd like to install an exhaust and transmission temperature sensor. Then, we'll hook up the fifth wheel, and head for the coast. Based on what I've learned I won't be as afraid to put my foot in it on the hills...
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    Diesel Boat Guy Needs Truck Info.

    Thanks Guys. If nothing else, I'm gonna stay out of Colorado. But, your information about Tucson tells me that if I can stay below 2500' I should do well. There are plenty of ways through the west coast mountains to make that possible most of the time. I'm gonna hold off on the splitter...
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    Diesel Boat Guy Needs Truck Info.

    Lots of diesel experience on the water, but just getting started on the road. At $4.++, and 1.5 mpg in the boat, we had to say good bye to Davie Jones. So, here's what I got: 1991 F250 4x4, extended cab, 7.3 idi w/ 4.10s and an E40D 4 speed, w/ 173,000 miles. So far I've: Replaced the...

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