More power needed

megaslow · 07-01-2008, 03:12 PM

I currently traded my o5 cummins for an 06 mega cab and the power difference is rediculous. My 05 had noticably way more power and i know that theres gonna be a difference just in the weight but its driving me crazy. With my 05 a ran into several problems when i chipped it with the edge attitude such as the tranny, injectors, tranny again etc. So my question is what can i do to find somemore reliable power without breaking the bank.

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DieselRookie · 07-01-2008, 03:17 PM

Beef up the tranny. Add something, such as 2 stroke oil, to your fuel to lubricate your injectors. I wouldn't add more than 100 HP to a stock tranny.

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**Stax Girl** · 07-01-2008, 03:27 PM

From what I have heard so far, the AFE air intake helps, and edge has a not too bad program for it...

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**Meyer** · 07-01-2008, 03:30 PM

intake exhaust, and a moderate chip tuner the smarty jr. might be a good one or there are other great options to, let me know if i can help with any questions.

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megaslow · 07-01-2008, 03:39 PM

I have heard alot of good feed back about the smarty what would something like that run a guy and what exactly is it(programmer ?) And i have never heard of the 2 stroke oil to the fuel before. The truck without a load slows down going up hills on the highway is 1 example. 1 other thing i was told to try was the fuel filter, yea,no?

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DieselRookie · 07-01-2008, 03:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by megaslow

I have heard alot of good feed back about the smarty what would something like that run a guy and what exactly is it(programmer ?) And i have never heard of the 2 stroke oil to the fuel before. The truck without a load slows down going up hills on the highway is 1 example. 1 other thing i was told to try was the fuel filter, yea,no?

Smarty is the most popular for 3rd Gen trucks. It runs 685 but you should consider tranny upgrades if you get one. It is a programmer. Your injectors may not have been lubed properly because of ULSD. In your new truck you will want to lube your injectors. They need it. 2 stroke oil provides good lubrication. 1 oz. per gallon of diesel. Change the fuel filter it my help. It could be pretty nasty.

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**Bob Wagner** · 07-01-2008, 05:18 PM

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BBRam · 07-01-2008, 05:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by megaslow

I have heard alot of good feed back about the smarty what would something like that run a guy and what exactly is it(programmer ?) And i have never heard of the 2 stroke oil to the fuel before. The truck without a load slows down going up hills on the highway is 1 example. 1 other thing i was told to try was the fuel filter, yea,no?

The Smarty Jr would be fine if your looking for a moderate boost in power. If you have bigger plans in the future, look into the Smarty SR.

IMO, I wouldn't run 2 stroke.

If your fuel filter hasn't been changed in a while, you may want to get that done. Every 7-10K isn't a bad time to change it out.

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megaslow · 07-01-2008, 08:51 PM

Well thanks for the info guys, to be honest im not planning on going crazy with the truck due to i have a car that i race already so i dump most of my money into it lol but it would just be nice to have a little bit more towing power for the holiday trailer. Someone told me that you can do something to the waste gate to get more boost. Also would you guys recommend going with the stock dodge replacement for the fuel filter or like a Can Tire jobby?

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***pistazie2500*** · 07-01-2008, 09:55 PM

For starters my disclaimer is that I'm pretty much a diesel noobie, but I've been doing lots of research esp. for stuff that's available around Edmonton.

I was planning to check out these guys (Snow West Inc.):
Hard a port(al), maybe some of you Edmonton folk know of them. I was interested initially because they carry TST PowerMaxCR's, which I'd eventually like to stack with a Smarty (and I mean eventually!).

They carry ATS products, including the Torque Pro 2000 - which, as I understand it, uses propane to increase HP, torque and fuel economy. Maybe that sounds too good to be true, but a phone call can't hurt! I haven't called them or anything.

Have a look!
http://www.snowwest.ca/swpd/dodge6.htm

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CREED · 07-01-2008, 10:48 PM

Get the regular smarty so you as well as your programmer can grow with each other use it on the #0-#5 catchers and you will be fine. Or you can go with a dr. performance module neither are traceable by dealership so warranty is not an issue. What are you planning to do with the truck much towing? Racing? This will help you line up your mods to follow.

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megaslow · 07-03-2008, 10:49 PM

well im not planning on doing any hardcore racing or anything like that, however it would be nice to chew up some ricers every now and then lol

As for towing i will be towing my holliday trailer at around 8000lbs and my car at 4000lb in the summer months so nothing crazy

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07-01-2008, 03:12 PM	#1 (permalink)
megaslow Newbie Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: edmonton Posts: 7 megaslow's Truck Pics	More power needed I currently traded my o5 cummins for an 06 mega cab and the power difference is rediculous. My 05 had noticably way more power and i know that theres gonna be a difference just in the weight but its driving me crazy. With my 05 a ran into several problems when i chipped it with the edge attitude such as the tranny, injectors, tranny again etc. So my question is what can i do to find somemore reliable power without breaking the bank. __________________ 06 5.9, 6in lift, 17 in moto metalrims with 35 in trxus sts, stock 4 in minus the muffler and the cat, bushwacker flares, bull bar, ryno liner, AFE stage 2, silencer ring and way to much to come

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07-01-2008, 03:17 PM	#2 (permalink)
DieselRookie Diesel Head Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Lake Charles, LA Posts: 1,161 DieselRookie's Truck Pics	Beef up the tranny. Add something, such as 2 stroke oil, to your fuel to lubricate your injectors. I wouldn't add more than 100 HP to a stock tranny. __________________ Grant <>< -2007- 5.9, 48RE w/DTT Shift Enhanser, 3.73, QC, Leveled, Edge Mileage Max, Isspro Gauges, Magnaflow 5" TBE, K&N Intake Tube w/Amsoil Nano Filter...

07-01-2008, 03:27 PM	#3 (permalink)
Stax Girl Alberta Chapter President Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Edmonton, AB Posts: 378 Stax Girl's Truck Pics	From what I have heard so far, the AFE air intake helps, and edge has a not too bad program for it... __________________ 2004 Dodge Ram Q/C Hemi 4x4 Stock Stax Motorsports http://www.cumminsforum.com/forum/alberta-canada/

07-01-2008, 03:30 PM	#4 (permalink)
Meyer Meyer Performance & Fabrication Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Columbus,IN Posts: 1,190 Meyer's Truck Pics	intake exhaust, and a moderate chip tuner the smarty jr. might be a good one or there are other great options to, let me know if i can help with any questions. __________________ Meyer Performance & Fabrication,LLC Home of your diesel performance and off-road needs. www.meyerperformance.com (812)-344-4421-Tyler

07-01-2008, 03:39 PM	#5 (permalink)
megaslow Newbie Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: edmonton Posts: 7 megaslow's Truck Pics	I have heard alot of good feed back about the smarty what would something like that run a guy and what exactly is it(programmer ?) And i have never heard of the 2 stroke oil to the fuel before. The truck without a load slows down going up hills on the highway is 1 example. 1 other thing i was told to try was the fuel filter, yea,no? __________________ 06 5.9, 6in lift, 17 in moto metalrims with 35 in trxus sts, stock 4 in minus the muffler and the cat, bushwacker flares, bull bar, ryno liner, AFE stage 2, silencer ring and way to much to come

07-01-2008, 05:18 PM	#7 (permalink)
Bob Wagner Wagner & Associates Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 941 Bob Wagner's Truck Pics	the smarty junior is 495.00 delivered with a 30 day money back guarantee. Smartypower.com \| Home Of The Smarty \| Home __________________ http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3.../Magazine5.jpg http://smartypower.com Toll Free 1-888-225-7637

07-01-2008, 08:51 PM	#9 (permalink)
megaslow Newbie Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: edmonton Posts: 7 megaslow's Truck Pics	Well thanks for the info guys, to be honest im not planning on going crazy with the truck due to i have a car that i race already so i dump most of my money into it lol but it would just be nice to have a little bit more towing power for the holiday trailer. Someone told me that you can do something to the waste gate to get more boost. Also would you guys recommend going with the stock dodge replacement for the fuel filter or like a Can Tire jobby? __________________ 06 5.9, 6in lift, 17 in moto metalrims with 35 in trxus sts, stock 4 in minus the muffler and the cat, bushwacker flares, bull bar, ryno liner, AFE stage 2, silencer ring and way to much to come

07-01-2008, 09:55 PM	#10 (permalink)
*pistazie2500* Benchwarmer Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 79 pistazie2500's Truck Pics	For starters my disclaimer is that I'm pretty much a diesel noobie, but I've been doing lots of research esp. for stuff that's available around Edmonton. I was planning to check out these guys (Snow West Inc.): Hard a port(al), maybe some of you Edmonton folk know of them. I was interested initially because they carry TST PowerMaxCR's, which I'd eventually like to stack with a Smarty (and I mean eventually!). They carry ATS products, including the Torque Pro 2000 - which, as I understand it, uses propane to increase HP, torque and fuel economy. Maybe that sounds too good to be true, but a phone call can't hurt! I haven't called them or anything. Have a look! http://www.snowwest.ca/swpd/dodge6.htm __________________ 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad Cab 4x4 SLT, 5.9L H.O. Cummins. Lovingly girl-owned and maintained. Icebox and cool tube, Magnaflow TBE duals. ESPAR coolant heater. BD Steering box stabilizer. 4-gauges w/ above-mirror pod. sittin in the back seat: BD Max Flow lift pump, in my sights: MP-8 Foamy loves Cummins. Last edited by pistazie2500 : 07-01-2008 at 10:01 PM. Reason: Goofy spelling

07-01-2008, 10:48 PM	#11 (permalink)
CREED Cummins Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cleveland, Tx/Huntsville, Tx Posts: 237 CREED's Truck Pics	Get the regular smarty so you as well as your programmer can grow with each other use it on the #0-#5 catchers and you will be fine. Or you can go with a dr. performance module neither are traceable by dealership so warranty is not an issue. What are you planning to do with the truck much towing? Racing? This will help you line up your mods to follow. __________________ 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 QC 4WD SWB, Mineral Grey Metallic. Mods: A FEW!!

07-03-2008, 10:49 PM	#12 (permalink)
megaslow Newbie Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: edmonton Posts: 7 megaslow's Truck Pics	well im not planning on doing any hardcore racing or anything like that, however it would be nice to chew up some ricers every now and then lol As for towing i will be towing my holliday trailer at around 8000lbs and my car at 4000lb in the summer months so nothing crazy __________________ 06 5.9, 6in lift, 17 in moto metalrims with 35 in trxus sts, stock 4 in minus the muffler and the cat, bushwacker flares, bull bar, ryno liner, AFE stage 2, silencer ring and way to much to come