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SCHOOL BUS W/7.3. NEED HELP

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Old 12-08-2009, 01:51 PM
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I was wondering if there is a chip or programmer available for this motor/bus to unleash some more power. The techs at the truck shop said they can hook up to the computer and get rid of the 65 mph speed limit but had to check to see what kind of tuning is available. Waiting to hear from him yet so i figured id ask you guys. Any ideas or tips and tricks would be helpfull!!!
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Old 12-08-2009, 01:52 PM
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sure if its a powerstroke
 
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Old 12-08-2009, 01:56 PM
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It doesnt have the regular plug in underneath the dash like you would in a f-350. Thats why im asking.
 
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Old 12-09-2009, 03:31 PM
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well then it probally not a powerstroke then. its most likely a dt444, i don't know if they have any tuners for it.
 
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Old 12-09-2009, 03:34 PM
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More than likely, gonna have to have the truck shop tune the ECM. Not sure about cost though.
 
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Old 12-09-2009, 04:59 PM
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It's a 3800 international, the engine is a t444e. Is there any reason why they couldn't turn it up by getting into the ecm?
 
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it will have the same style of computer as the powerstroke... i dont think anybody has tuning out for the IH version of the motor... but i have never really looked into it...
 
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