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  1. diesel patriot

    Question ' 05 6.0 Running Hot

    Ok Guys, been awile since I posted. Lets see if we can get this thing fixed. I have an '05 F250 CC, FX4, LWB. I have a JEGS 4" turbo back exhaust (stock CAT still installed). I have an AFE cold air intake and a Super Chips tuner (Not currently in use). Only when towing, I start running hot (not...
  2. diesel patriot

    Overheating

    The ScanGauge verified that the instrument cluster is accurate. 90% of the time the temp would run up to 216-224 then aux fan would kick in and drive it back down to about 195. The other 10% of the time, the fan will come on and the temp continues to climb. The highest I saw this trip was 236...
  3. diesel patriot

    realistic towing mpg??

    I have a superchip tuner and it gets me about another 2 mpg's in my '05 6.0. Also have the 4" turbo back and AFE intake. I tow a 35' travel trailer, about 9k lbs empty. I get around 13-14 towing. I traveled from St. louis to Brunswick Ga to Mt. Airy North Carolina and back to STL last...
  4. diesel patriot

    Question '97 PSD MPG's

    His current tire size is only one size larger than factory. It probably increased his mpg numbers a little. I do know he drives sensible (coasts hills, steady take offs, etc...) I was still wondering if there is a programmer out here that would help with a few more mpg's? I figured someone has...
  5. diesel patriot

    Help Needed Very Strange No-Start

    I would say bad connection also if the Batteries are good. It does sound like a voltage problem though. A '92 ford I used to have had a glove box light that stayed on and would drain the battery after about 5 days if the truck wasn't driven. It took me several batteries and lots of headaches to...
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    Question '97 PSD MPG's

    Ok guys, I need some suggestions here. My Dad has a '97 250 PSD Heavy duty 4x4 SC LWB. He has around 176K miles on it. He was going to trade for a Ranger to save fuel $$$. I talked him out of it. His truck is in great shape and has been maintained reguraly. I already told him to go back to...
  7. diesel patriot

    Overheating

    I got the ScangaugeII in the mail yesterday. It was hooked up and working in minutes. So far I think it is great. I will be towing my camper next week and am curious to see if there really is a difference in readings between the Scangauge and the dash guage. I will let you all know.
  8. diesel patriot

    Leveling and tires for an '05

    Ok guys, I want to tap your experience again. My truck is an '05 250 superduty FX4 crew LWB. I am wanting a little more ground clearance without spending big $$. What are your thoughts on a leveling kit (procomp??) and say 305 or 315 tires on the stock 17" wheels? Whats the best route? I don't...
  9. diesel patriot

    Overheating

    ScangaugeII is on order. Thanks for all the help guys.
  10. diesel patriot

    Anti-gelling additive needed??

    Definately check your batteries before you go. I thought I had a gelling problem once but turned out to be weak batteries. If you bought your truck in Arizona, you may not have the block heater harness. If not, you can get one and install it fairly easy.
  11. diesel patriot

    Overheating

    The dealer called. It is the issue with the TSB concerning the instrument cluster. The engine parameter all check out on the computer. It is just giving a false indication. Bad news is 630.00 or so to fix it. I think I will look into an after market temp gauge or other options.
  12. diesel patriot

    dead batteries

    I had about the same problem, it was the batteries like everyone else has said. Just changed one in my car too. They don't make 'em like they used to.
  13. diesel patriot

    Overheating

    Talked to the dealer yesterday, the Mechanic had one more to finish before he started on mine (they only have one diesel mech). Told the Service Manager about the TSB and my truck falls in the production window. Will keep you posted. Hope to hear something this evening on it.
  14. diesel patriot

    Overheating

    I appreciate the info. I printed your post and will call the dealer this afternoon. I will post more after I talk to them. Thanks again. Interesting piece of info. John
  15. diesel patriot

    Overheating

    It has us all baffled. The truck has always and is running and pulling fine. Just have this temp issue all of sudden at 98k miles. I hope to hear from or call the shop tomorrow and see if they found out anything from FORD.
  16. diesel patriot

    Propane 10 to 12 more mpg

    Stay off the bottle..... Bad news
  17. diesel patriot

    Overheating

    They pressure tested the coolant system and there is no overflow. The Mech is wondering if the truck is actually overheating or if it just thinks it is. He was going to call Ford Engineering today and check on Tech Bulletins. Stay tuned for info as I get it.
  18. diesel patriot

    Overheating

    Went to the Dealer ?????????????????? I took the truck in to the dealer with my camper in tow. They hooked up a computer to it and we went for a ride. The truck did exactly as I described before and the Diesel Mech is dumbfounded. The temp would start running up at about 190-200 deg (Normal...
  19. diesel patriot

    realistic towing mpg??

    I have an '05 F250 Super Duty Crew LWB FX4 with 3:73 gears. I have an AFE cold air intake and 4" JEGS turbo Back exhaust. Also Have a superchip programer but don't use it when towing. I tow a 35' pull behind trailer, loaded weight around 10K pounds. I average between 14 and 15 MPG with my set...
  20. diesel patriot

    Overheating

    The truck was running fine, pulling well and I got a chime and message that said check gauges. I looked at the gauges and the engine temp was approaching the red line. I backed out of it and the engine cooled. This happened three other times without the chime and message. I caught it before it...
  21. diesel patriot

    New Guy in Mo.

    Thanks for the welcome all. Seems like there is lots of experience and knowledge here. Should be helpful.
  22. diesel patriot

    Overheating

    The checked the belt and the tensioner. That is what I thought was wrong. Dealer says they are ok. Thanks
  23. diesel patriot

    Overheating

    I've heard about the hose problem before. Thanks, I'll check that too.
  24. diesel patriot

    Overheating

    No coolant spilling. Need to checkk for the white color. 95k miles.
  25. diesel patriot

    New Guy in Mo.

    That you Steve?

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