Newbie questions

Cam @ M&M Racing · 09-22-2007, 08:36 AM

Please don't bash me if these questions seem like them have been answered already. Here goes;
1. Do I have to buy an aftermarket radiator to get the fan to quit coming on as much pulling?
2. Will a 4" exhaust give me better mileage?
3. Will a programmer give me better mileage?
Thanks, Cam

**TYREBOYZ_DEMAXIN** · 09-24-2007, 08:02 AM

please don't feel bad asking questions,we all learn by asking questions..
1. check with Mike L from this site for cooling stuff for your tranny and engine..
2. a exhaust will help in mileage seeing with the stock exhaust you have a cat and muffler that takes some work to push exhaustes thru(another thing that you can do is make it into a straight using the stock piping).
3. yes a programmer helps quite bit but is important that you get the right tuning so i would go with the Diablo for the best price but the best is the PPE or EFILive..
on Edit: contact this guy also for cooling stuff for your duramax http://www.duramaxforum.com/forum/members/4382.html

Cam @ M&M Racing · 09-24-2007, 12:47 PM

I would buy an exhaust if it is worth the money. Would I gain the same mileage by simply removing the cat?
I don't care about the price if the product is superior. I just want mileage. What is the best programmer for mileage?
Thanks, Cam

**TYREBOYZ_DEMAXIN** · 09-24-2007, 01:29 PM

for the best results do a 4" exhaust but you can do the straight using the stock piping if you want to save money but it doesn't have the results like the aftermarket exhaust..

Cam @ M&M Racing · 09-24-2007, 01:52 PM

Ok, where is the best place to get;
4" Silverline
PPE
It does not have to be the cheapest price, I need good customer service. Thanks, Cam

**TYREBOYZ_DEMAXIN** · 09-24-2007, 01:55 PM

check with some of the sponsors from this site if not contact me..

Cam @ M&M Racing · 09-25-2007, 12:30 PM

I bought the 4" Silverline, PPE, and a S&B intake kit. I will let you know how it works. Cam

Cam @ M&M Racing · 11-23-2007, 07:32 AM

13.7 mpg pulling a 40'/15,000 pound trailer. I went across the scales and was surprised that my crew cab with a flat bed weighs 8,000 pounds......... Oh, and my truck will probably out run a Mustang GT on power level 3!!!

duramaxin14 · 11-23-2007, 08:53 AM

What year truck do u have now

Cam @ M&M Racing · 11-23-2007, 09:02 AM

I have a Crew Cab LT 2004.5 LLY with a Bradford flatbed.