2008 V-10 programmer - Diesel Forum

wingburner · 08-14-2008, 08:46 AM

Hi guys, I have a 2008 F350 with a V-10 and would like to perk it up a bit.

What seems to be the best programmer for these engines.

Thanks Jack

Pappy19 · 08-14-2008, 09:38 AM

I have the Diablosport Predator and like it alot. I have it set on the medium program that uses 91 octane. Runs real good for me at that setting. I also have a K&N dropin air filter. I got my Predator from these giys:

Concours Direct: Your Wholesale Source for Diablo Predator Programmers, Bully Dog, MAC, Isspro Gauges, Klasse Wax, Microfiber, Clay Magic,

wingburner · 08-14-2008, 07:17 PM

Wow, thanks for the excellent link Pappy

64frdpwr · 10-09-2008, 08:40 PM

Might also look at these guys 5 Star Tuning | Custom Dynomemeter Chassis Tuning Products and Services SCT dealer X3

IH1466 · 10-25-2008, 04:08 PM

my brother has a 2005 v10 it has an sct x-cal 3 with a custom tune that really kicks he pulls it at the truck pulls and gets and it really performs well he gets alotta respect from the chevy guys bc around me it use to be if you didnt have a 6.0 vortec you werent gonna win but this year we sure changed that around.i wouldnt buy any other programmer than the sct if i can figure out a way to upload a vid or 2 of it i will.if not then go to myspace theres a video of it on there if you type in something like 2005 ford v10 truck pull it should bring it up

barrelhorses · 11-14-2008, 08:44 PM

Pappy, I checked the link for the diablo sport and didn't see anything for the newer V10. Which one do you have?

I'm thinking about tuning my truck. Leaning towards the SCT x3 due to input from another site. Still undecided though because I don't want to do anything that might damage my engine. Is anyone aware of major issues with the V10 related to programmers?

jonrjen · 11-14-2008, 10:03 PM

Pappy,
Got a question for ya. I know that the V-10 motor doesn't wake up until she gets a few thousand miles on her. For some reason I am thinking mine was around 5K or so. Of course my truck is an 06. Then one day I jumped in and she just became a new beast with an abundance of life out of no where. I had read on line that this day would come, had some doubt as to the truth, but it sure gave me a BSEG that stayed for a long time.
Anyway the question is, for new owners of the V-10. Would you recommend waiting for the truck to wake up before installing a program to the truck. Or, would you say go ahead and do it.

Pappy19 · 11-14-2008, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by barrelhorses

Pappy, I checked the link for the diablo sport and didn't see anything for the newer V10. Which one do you have?

I'm thinking about tuning my truck. Leaning towards the SCT x3 due to input from another site. Still undecided though because I don't want to do anything that might damage my engine. Is anyone aware of major issues with the V10 related to programmers?

Huh?? I got mine from those guys bout a year ago. They said the 2007 version would work on my 2008. BS, it ran like crap no matter what setting I tried. Called up Diablo and they told me to hold on for a month or so and they would have the update for the 2008 V-10. Sure enough I got an email that it was ready and I downloaded it to my programmer; I think it was in Feburary. I've been running it ever since. I chose the mid-performance level which is supposed to be at the 91 octane rating. Runs flat good, both solo and towing heavy. I haven't touched it since Feburary.

I'd call those dudes at the web site and see if they just haven't changed their ads cause I know they have the right programmer for us V-10'ers. The Diablosport is a good one IMHO.

Pappy19 · 11-14-2008, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by jonrjen

Pappy,
Got a question for ya. I know that the V-10 motor doesn't wake up until she gets a few thousand miles on her. For some reason I am thinking mine was around 5K or so. Of course my truck is an 06. Then one day I jumped in and she just became a new beast with an abundance of life out of no where. I had read on line that this day would come, had some doubt as to the truth, but it sure gave me a BSEG that stayed for a long time.
Anyway the question is, for new owners of the V-10. Would you recommend waiting for the truck to wake up before installing a program to the truck. Or, would you say go ahead and do it.

I waited for 3 months or 6,000 miles before installing my Diablosport Predator. I did the mid-performance level program(after they got the 2008 V-10 program right) and haven't touched it. I now have 28k on the odometer and it runs like a scalded dog. It's always a crap shoot for some dudes, but I have confidence that most of the major programmers wouldn't hang their butt out for someone that spends $50k for a rig. I have really enjoyed this V-10 with the Predator program. I also added the Air Raid intake system. That's it; for a total of $600, my rig kicks most new diesel butts, even hopped. Stock diesels are no problem, no matter what species, I eat um. They look at my little puny exhaust pipe and can't believe I'm so hot! Just an ole white haired grandpa out for a spin. No smoke, just eat my clean,green exhaust.

llcustom · 02-07-2009, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 64frdpwr

Might also look at these guys 5 Star Tuning | Custom Dynomemeter Chassis Tuning Products and Services SCT dealer X3

I will second this suggestion! VERY VERY knowledgeable on the V10! Mike works with and tows with his V10 and is always looking for better tunes and mileage. GREAT guy, AWESOME customer service