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ShinerBock
Explorer
Jul 17, 2018

Do you need aftermarket gauges on your diesel?

If you're running stock then the answer is no for the most part, but even then keeping an eye on important temps can help you prevent major engine failure. Had this happen to a friend of mine on his stock LML when he was towing his RV down to the coast. One of his injector tips cracked spewing out extra fuel and melted the piston. If he had a gauge to monitor temps, he would have been able to see his EGTs sky rocket and shut it down before it caused major engine failure.

One of my favorite blogs, Drivingline, just posted an informative article on why your diesel needs gauges and how hot it too hot.

WATCHFUL EYE: WHY YOUR DIESEL NEEDS AFTERMARKET GAUGES

Enjoy!
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  • ppine's avatar
    ppine
    Explorer II
    Jul 17, 2018
    Exhaust temperature is a good one to monitor, especially if you tow anything heavy, say more than 9-10,000 pounds, travel the steep back roads, or travel in the heat of the desert.
  • 71stpsde's avatar
    71stpsde
    Explorer
    Jul 17, 2018
    The very first thing I bought for my truck was the Edge CTS2 Insight. With me having an 2006 F350 with a 6.0, I had to keep an eye on the temps on my oil and water. During last summer and it being really hot in south Texas. My deltas were over 15 degrees. I got the truck bulletproofed in January. Now my temps are back to normal. I had a EGT added to keep check of my exhaust temps. Now I feel confident that my truck can go many miles.

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