6.0 intercooler upgrade or other? - F-Series & SuperDuty Diesel Forums

SuperDuty99&01 · 09-16-2011, 07:42 AM

Ok so I've upgraded everything on my truck except my intercooler. Im currently making 500+ horsepower & 1000 plus ftlbs torque at the wheels. I have a heat issue though, and amswitching my 4" exhaust out for 5".& would like some advise on intercoolers.

Thanks in advance
Nick

BIG JOE · 09-16-2011, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by SuperDuty99&01

Ok so I've upgraded everything on my truck except my intercooler. Im currently making 500+ horsepower & 1000 plus ftlbs torque at the wheels. I have a heat issue though, and amswitching my 4" exhaust out for 5".& would like some advise on intercoolers.

Thanks in advance
Nick

What mod's have you done to get to the 500hp ? Is it EGT issues or Engine Temp issues ?

I did the 6.0 I/C upgrade.. it helped the EGT's conciderably.

Need a Little more info.

Joe

SuperDuty99&01 · 09-17-2011, 09:25 AM

Exhaust temp is the issue. I have beans diesel stage 3 injectors, diablo sport predator 110hp turner, van flange ebpv eliminator pedastol, garrett gt38r with modded.compressor housing, 4" straight exhaust, modded IDM ported and polished intake housing, heads have been reworked,and studded, boost fooler. Ive sunk a ton of money and time into this thing, even put air dog 150gph fuel system. Just wondered if I should cheap out so to speak and just go 6.0 intercooler or spend money onsay a spearco or banks set up

BIG JOE · 09-17-2011, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by SuperDuty99&01

Exhaust temp is the issue. I have beans diesel stage 3 injectors, diablo sport predator 110hp turner, van flange ebpv eliminator pedastol, garrett gt38r with modded.compressor housing, 4" straight exhaust, modded IDM ported and polished intake housing, heads have been reworked,and studded, boost fooler. Ive sunk a ton of money and time into this thing, even put air dog 150gph fuel system. Just wondered if I should cheap out so to speak and just go 6.0 intercooler or spend money onsay a spearco or banks set up

As stated, I went with a OE Ford 6.0 I/C.. purdy much a strait swap install. I'm a 6 speed though, so no auto tranny cooler remount issues.

I'll say it dropped my EGT's about 75+*, due to more volume, more surface area.. when towing my 5th wheel.

BUT.. JMO ? with all the "Big Time" mods you've done.. The 5" exhaust might get you the Cooler EGT's yer looking for ?

i.e., You might have Cooler Intake Air with a bigger/better I/C ? But.. if the Exhaust is still somewhat restricted.. for the Mods.. with the current 4" system.. THAT, may counter the the cooler intake air.. ? A Point, Counter Point thing ??

Joe

(Banks stuff is Waay to Pricey, IMO) (Our site sponcors have equally as good'a stuff.. at more reasonable prices) (No "Banks" sticker though

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SuperDuty99&01 · 09-17-2011, 04:58 PM

I agree with banks stuff being way too pricey, and from expierence customer service leaves alot to be desired. Im just not sure like I said if I can get away.with just a 6.0 ic.

DOC-MX · 09-21-2011, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperDuty99&01

I agree with banks stuff being way too pricey, and from expierence customer service leaves alot to be desired. Im just not sure like I said if I can get away.with just a 6.0 ic.

I think the spearco IC is the way to go with your mods. Maybe also pricey, IDK.

fordfury · 01-10-2012, 05:54 PM

i would look into a spearco or a bd intercooler, and i think your exhaust is plenty for what your horsepower is, i would look into maybe a diff turbo to get your exhaust out faster or maybe even a water meth kit

Tail_Gunner · 01-10-2012, 08:05 PM

You can see in my sig some of the stuff I had on my old ride.
Even with the 6.0 intercooler, I had an issue with EGT's in the performance or OMG tunes.
You have bigger injectors than what I had. I'm 100% sure that a 6.0 intercooler will not be enough for you.

09-16-2011, 07:42 AM	#1
SuperDuty99&01 SDD Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Buckhannon, West Virginia Posts: 26 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	6.0 intercooler upgrade or other? Ok so I've upgraded everything on my truck except my intercooler. Im currently making 500+ horsepower & 1000 plus ftlbs torque at the wheels. I have a heat issue though, and amswitching my 4" exhaust out for 5".& would like some advise on intercoolers. Thanks in advance Nick

01-10-2012, 05:54 PM	#7
fordfury redneck punk Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: idaho Posts: 75 Thanks: 1 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts View Photos By: fordfury	i would look into a spearco or a bd intercooler, and i think your exhaust is plenty for what your horsepower is, i would look into maybe a diff turbo to get your exhaust out faster or maybe even a water meth kit __________________ 97 f 250 crew cab, 3 in down pipe 4 in back exhaust, afe intake, built trans, diy intercooler and pipes regulated return fuel system, water meth, stg one injectors. 6 pos chip tuned by tyrant

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Tail_Gunner CRJ & ERJ A&P Mech. Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Da U.P. Posts: 1,915 Thanks: 97 Thanked 133 Times in 109 Posts View Photos By: Tail_Gunner	You can see in my sig some of the stuff I had on my old ride. Even with the 6.0 intercooler, I had an issue with EGT's in the performance or OMG tunes. You have bigger injectors than what I had. I'm 100% sure that a 6.0 intercooler will not be enough for you. __________________ Kent FAA certificated A&P mechanic. Graduate of NMU School of Aviation Maintenance Technology. Retired USAF MSgt (E-7) (09/74-10/94) B-52 Gunner/Flight Examiner, 3600+ Flight Hours B-52 Crew Chief Share holding owner Green Bay Packers!! NEW RIDE: 2011 GMC 2500HD DURAMAX/ ALLISON EC/SB, Leer truck cap, Luverne running boards, Rhino liner. WeatherTech floor mats, Remote Start, Edge Insight, backup camera and OEM fog lights. Engine is 100% stock (For now ) SOLD: F-250 early 99 4x4 SD SC longbed, 99.5 PCM, Stage 1 Single Shot Injectors, Dominator 66 turbo from Bean's, Adrenaline HPOP, 99.5+, 6.0 Intercooler, BTS Trans w/ V-10 trans cooelr, MBRP T-304 Stainless 4" exhaust, Ford Air Intake System, Coolant Filter, BD Exhaust Brake, BD TorqLoc, Dynatrac Hub Conversion, 285/75R16 tires. Tuned by Powerhungry Performance- Whisper mode, Fuel Sipper, 65hp Towing, 100 Performance, 120 Racing and a modified stock tune. Tail_gunner's Web shots

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09-17-2011, 09:25 AM	#3
SuperDuty99&01 SDD Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Buckhannon, West Virginia Posts: 26 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Exhaust temp is the issue. I have beans diesel stage 3 injectors, diablo sport predator 110hp turner, van flange ebpv eliminator pedastol, garrett gt38r with modded.compressor housing, 4" straight exhaust, modded IDM ported and polished intake housing, heads have been reworked,and studded, boost fooler. Ive sunk a ton of money and time into this thing, even put air dog 150gph fuel system. Just wondered if I should cheap out so to speak and just go 6.0 intercooler or spend money onsay a spearco or banks set up

09-17-2011, 04:58 PM	#5
SuperDuty99&01 SDD Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Buckhannon, West Virginia Posts: 26 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I agree with banks stuff being way too pricey, and from expierence customer service leaves alot to be desired. Im just not sure like I said if I can get away.with just a 6.0 ic.