Need for gauges

[BubbaMalone]

For a 2004, 6.0, I put a Superchips MicroMax 1704A tuner on it. I do NOT tow ever. Just around town driving. I found that I get the best fuel mileage on the Performance or High setting. Without towing, am I safe running without gauges?

If not, what gauges do I need? What is the max EGT and Boost that they need to cover?

 

[jwoodard]

You will probably receive different responses, but I believe you are better off with gauges, regardless of how you are going to drive your truck.
I have and Edge Insight monitor which provides lots of options on what you monitor and how many gauges or parameters you want to display and monitor at one time. I like the the custom display option with Four Function Digital Display, but you can select up to a Seven Function Display if you like.
If you go to a digital type display, then you don't have to be concerned with the maximum reading for EGT or Boost as it will read the actual, whatever it is. Hope this helps a little.

 

[BIG JOE]

For a 2004, 6.0, I put a Superchips MicroMax 1704A tuner on it. I do NOT tow ever. Just around town driving. I found that I get the best fuel mileage on the Performance or High setting. Without towing, am I safe running without gauges?

If not, what gauges do I need? What is the max EGT and Boost that they need to cover?

My .03 would be.. YES you need gauges. I've allawys been suprized that the Big 3 havent made them Standard Equipment on a Diesel powered... anything. At least an EGT. EGT & Boost would be better. Yul learn where yer limits are. Yul be surprized at what they'll show you.

OBTW WELCOME TO SDD

On Edit ? Now that I think about it ? I'd remove the Chip til' you get an EGT guage.

 

[MBRPCrazyford]

I'd say that you should have gauges. You may not tow now, but if the need ever arrises, you'll want good gauges. Boost, EGT and Tranny are the most common 3 on the A-pillar. If you're using mechanical, or dial type gauge get a quality set. Isspro Di-procol, and autometer are probably the best 3. Welcome to SDD

 

[BubbaMalone]

Thanks for the info. I'm getting gauges if I am going to enjoy the programmer without worry. So far I've been affraid.

Can you suggest a digital setup?

 

[BIG JOE]

Thanks for the info. I'm getting gauges if I am going to enjoy the programmer without worry. So far I've been affraid.

Can you suggest a digital setup?

Most of the SDD site sponsors have a good assortment of stiles and brands, the ones MBRPC mentioned are all reputable companies.

I have a 4 gauge (mechanical/analog), "A" pillar set-up by Di-procal that have served me well

 

[strokepower]

I have autometer Z series 3 gauge set up.. it was a pretty easy install.. everything came with the package and the instructions were pretty clear. Good luck with everything...

 

[Michael]

On my OBS 7.3L I put gauges in before I started mods, and I was amazed that I could get the EGTs into the danger zone. Granted, it was towing, but I was still surprised enough that I would put a pyrometer on any diesel I planned to run. I obviously have a dog in the fight (see my signature), but I'm partial to ISSPRO. I run the Performax series in my truck, and the EV² series in my Jetta.

Regards,
Michael Pliska