TooClose Racing
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- Dec 20, 2017
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Hope everyone's family is safe and sound during these Strange Days. I continue to follow this message board and absorb the Eco-Diesel collective experience. As part of that learning curve, I am now considering doing a Stage 1 EGR delete (using CB Engineering's plate kit). I already have a GDE tune installed at 16k miles, and that has been a very good experience in terms of performance and mileage for the 7500 miles I have driven my 2015 Tradesman. BUT, I'm concerned that - for now - about 90% of this truck's engine hours are "daily driver" and YES, I'm one of those maximize the MPG nuts, so I do not put the pedal to the medal much. I've been watching/waiting for the Chrysler's "recall" EGR cooler replacement to show up at local dealer (to be installed) before doing this Stage 1 kit, that rationale should be obvious. And I'm wondering how long THAT wait might be, thank you very much. With the theoretically improved cooler design, I see no need to do the the "Stage 2" (EGR and Cooler) delete. I should also mention that - with respect to my state (emissions) inspection requirements, I am all set also. Here is my very simple question I am looking for advice on, but I will also appreciate any general advice: since I have the GDE tune installed, am I all set with respect to any codes/alarms/messages that would happen? In other words, is this an easy-peasy removal/install and fire the mother up? Thanks. BTW - I have not contacted GDE directly (who were great to deal with when I bought my Tune), the presumption being his mail is monitored and his phone is bugged at this stage. That's a joke. Sorta.
