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sharbs250
Dodge Dakota
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4/07/2007
21:59:02
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I just installed the superchips programming on my 2000 Dak 4.7 as was wondering if I need to change the thermostat to a 180 degree one. Thanks
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jasonC
Dodge Dakota
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4/08/2007
09:03:42
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I would if the truck starts spark knocking.
I have the Hypertech progammer.You can set it for 87 or 93 octane.I think they say run a colder thermostat when running in the 93 mode.
even in 87 mode I have to run 89 so it dosent ping.
How do you like the Superchips programmer?
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.boB
Dodge Dakota
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4/08/2007
12:20:18
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You don't have to. But - like he said - keeping the heads cooler will help prevent detonation.
I have a 89 (mid grade) tune on my 5.9 from Hypertech. With the stock thermostat I would get some pinging. Especially when towing on a hot day. If I was going to tow, I had to use premium.
I switched to a 180* stat, and added a surfactent. Pinging went away. During the winter, I use low grade fuel. In the summer and while towing, I use mid grade.
I use a high flow Mr. Gasket stat, bought from Summit Racing. I drill a 1/4" hole in it to help with burping.
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sharbs250
Dodge Dakota
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4/08/2007
17:03:39
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I like the programmer it really opens it up. If install one of these how hard are they tpo install and do I need to change anything else?
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