Not liking this. Have tried 4 times to add a reply and each time I have prepared a reply is does not register.
So short and sweet. By installing a Superchip 1805 model I am just looking to tow my 7200lb travel trailer a little better through the mountain passes in our area. The 7200lb is max I would have with water, batteries, clothes, stuff, etc. I DO NOT burn tires or race the guy next to me.
So want to maintain a 60mph speed going up the hills, rather that falling back 10mph or so.
Truck is running great STOCK. Did have a blown intercooler and turbo, however since they were fixed, truck has been just great. Generally put on 10,000 miles per year and I have usually kept my vehicles 10 years or more.
Hear/read that installing a Superchip will cause me nothing but trouble. The 6.0L engine does not handle the increase in boost, engine head bolts too short and not enough of them, to prevent blown head gaskets.
If adding a chip and running the system in TOW MODE, which provide an increase of 47hp and 82 ft.lb. torque, is going to give me problems, then better to stay stock.
Anyway, appreciate your thoughts if stock is better for my engine.
Thanks
-- JP
PS,,,,,,,,The Superchip retailer says TOW MODE should be fine for my engine, as long as I don't gun/race the vehicle. In fact, he says I could drive the truck in TOW MODE all the time, with or without the trailer. The local Ford dealer says should be okay to add the Superchip, just drive sensibly. The Superchip manufacturer says the same thing....just drive sensibly. I BELIEVE I DO DRIVE SENSIBLY. Perhaps they all are simply looking for sales and more repair work from me???????