New to 6.7’s

That's possibly the smallest amount of parts I've every seen for $195. Holy ****.
 
I like the $195 price tag over the cost of an intake horn. Each to their own though, if you like the clean look of aftermarket horn put one on. Same with a CAC id actually put one on for looks and sound, I drive to much gravel to do it though.
 
I’m have a sxe369, steed, 66% injectors and a 12mm pump. Yanking the head and doing a gasket and studs. And the “small” build on the 68 with a converter. Or it’s in the mail/waiting for parts.

Is there honestly any point In getting a better head or cam? It’s totally needed on a VE truck in my opinion, but not sure on these things.

Valve springs and push rods at a minimum if the head is a no? O-rings? I highly doubt I’ll take it much further than that. Can’t having my this thing any faster than my VE’s…. lol

Also side question, anyone ever put one of these 6 speeds behind a 12v!? I bet it would be rowdy as **** with gears and twork!
 
smokinVE said:
I’m have a sxe369, steed, 66% injectors and a 12mm pump. Yanking the head and doing a gasket and studs. And the “small” build on the 68 with a converter. Or it’s in the mail/waiting for parts.

Is there honestly any point In getting a better head or cam? It’s totally needed on a VE truck in my opinion, but not sure on these things.

Valve springs and push rods at a minimum if the head is a no? O-rings? I highly doubt I’ll take it much further than that. Can’t having my this thing any faster than my VE’s…. lol

Also side question, anyone ever put one of these 6 speeds behind a 12v!? I bet it would be rowdy as **** with gears and twork!
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If you're pulling the head, I'd have it fireringed. Orings suck.
 
we aint all made of money...besides..ingenuity is cooler than making thers rich..
 
I did studs 1 by one when I did valve springs and injectors. No problems in 40k miles.
 
Fish bowl delete…

Put the in tank fleese pump in and took the bed rails out. Changed the fuel filter, it wasn’t clean but no metal or anything alarming for 230k. Is there a fuel filter or oil filter life on these anywhere?

after a new battery and soldering the battery clip my key fob works and remote start is functional. Range sucks but guessing it’s more remote related than system. How’s the range on a good operating system? I’ll have the dodge dealer get me some new fobs and cut new keys. Can I program them with a scanner or is it a dealer program?

Still can’t get used to that CTS for gauges, I think Im Gonna order just some nice old school garages. I have the PDD speed huts in one of my second gens, I like them. I’ll go with them on this unless someone has a new kick ass company I should try?
 

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smokinVE said:
I’m have a sxe369, steed, 66% injectors and a 12mm pump. Yanking the head and doing a gasket and studs. And the “small” build on the 68 with a converter. Or it’s in the mail/waiting for parts.

Is there honestly any point In getting a better head or cam? It’s totally needed on a VE truck in my opinion, but not sure on these things.

Valve springs and push rods at a minimum if the head is a no? O-rings? I highly doubt I’ll take it much further than that. Can’t having my this thing any faster than my VE’s…. lol

Also side question, anyone ever put one of these 6 speeds behind a 12v!? I bet it would be rowdy as **** with gears and twork!
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Just curious, any particular reason you didn't jump to a S400 frame with that fuel?
 
J98 said:
Just curious, any particular reason you didn't jump to a S400 frame with that fuel?
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It seemed to me to be the best all around choice for what I do with my trucks. I don’t tow, I don’t haul. I have no earthly business owning a diesel honestly.

I read enough on here to decide it would be the best all around fit for me. Been a ton of guys do pretty much exactly what I’m doing and getting the power I’d like to have.

And 95cummins5.9 pretty much made my mind up with his dyno video, cleaned up fast ran hard.
 
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smokinVE said:
Picked up an 09, 6.7.

I have no idea what I’m doing here, been a 12v guy.

I read some old threads with dated info, just wanna see if there’s much new now.

Truck currently has a little box on the dash that says HS min max, it has no DPF system and all the EGR system is missing under the hood. The check engine light isn’t on but the light on the PRNDL dings and says service dog every so often. Truck runs good, not in limp mode.

Trans has a deep PPE pan on it, fluid smells new. Shifts great. Lazier at lower throttle, kinda a stall shift at wot but I assume the tuning to save the clutches. Its firm just feels “delayed” like it pulls some fuel at the shift.

First big thing I’d like to fix, the HS thing does not power off, I have to flip a switch. Anyway to make it cycle with the ignition?

What do I need to do to make that light go away.

What’s realistic for a stock bottom end on one of these that’s “reliable” for a daily driver.

Lift pump and actual tuning I assume is my first step?


Lots of guys were doing the 467 and 464’s back in old threads, that still the better choices?
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It sounds like you've got quite the project with your '09 Cummins ISB 6.7! Since you're transitioning from a 12v setup, here are a few suggestions:

  1. HS Min Max Issue: For the HS tuner that won’t power off, it's likely wired directly to the battery. You might want to rewire it to an ignition-switched power source to ensure it cycles with the ignition.
  2. Service Indicator: The "service dog" alert might be linked to the missing EGR and DPF systems. A diagnostic scan can confirm this. Proper tuning might clear the warning if it's emission-related.
  3. Performance and Reliability: For the stock bottom end to remain reliable as a daily driver, avoid pushing it too hard. The turbo choices like the 467 or 464 are still solid for performance while maintaining reliability.
  4. Next Steps: Installing a lift pump and getting professional tuning are great first steps. This setup can help manage fuel delivery more efficiently and make the most of your existing mods.
Consider visiting a diesel specialist to fine-tune your setup and diagnose any specific issues like the service alert. Keep us updated on your progress.
 
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