Debating putting a carbureted motor in
#12
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When the question was asked the only reason I could imagine for reverting to a carburetor was class requirements. And I only thought it because I recently dealt with it.
Also, there are both individuals and companies that will one off any custom electronics anyone wants. Again, just a matter of the willingness to pay for it.
There are only 3 things that limit what anyone can do. The laws of physics, the law of diminishing return and cash. Wolvee's pick 2 of the 3 still apply except cash is assumed and exchanged for how fast do you want it.
Last edited by River1; 09-03-2015 at 09:39 AM.
#13
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Just relaying information here. If you can't find it, they will help you get it done. Ford=Bosch.
http://pe-ltd.com/engine-control-units.html
#14
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Debating putting a carbureted motor in
Originally Posted by Z7What
A complete lightning motor swap would be easier, cheaper, more relievable, and make more power and everything would still work!
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I'd agree with the lightning swap if your budget allows. I just worry about the stock trans if you go that route. Also, if time permits, you could get into the motor itself before you throw it in your truck leaving it pretty wide open for what HP/Tq goals you're trying to reach.
#16
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Debating putting a carbureted motor in
So if i could find a donor lightning, what would I need off the other truck to make it work with mine?
#18
Debating putting a carbureted motor in
You would use all of your wiring and your ecu. Trying to use a different ecu creates a whole new bit of trouble.
After the Lightning motor install get it professionally tuned or use a handheld with a lightning/boost specific tune.
(I don't like mail order tunes and would always have it put on a dyno and have it professionally tunes. )
After the Lightning motor install get it professionally tuned or use a handheld with a lightning/boost specific tune.
(I don't like mail order tunes and would always have it put on a dyno and have it professionally tunes. )
#19
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Debating putting a carbureted motor in
Originally Posted by Wolvee
You would use all of your wiring and your ecu. Trying to use a different ecu creates a whole new bit of trouble.
After the Lightning motor install get it professionally tuned or use a handheld with a lightning/boost specific tune.
(I don't like mail order tunes and would always have it put on a dyno and have it professionally tunes. )
After the Lightning motor install get it professionally tuned or use a handheld with a lightning/boost specific tune.
(I don't like mail order tunes and would always have it put on a dyno and have it professionally tunes. )