Are DPF Delete Kits Worth It for Long-Term Use?

[kylewilliam]

Hey everyone,

I’ve been looking into DPF delete kits for my diesel truck and wanted to get some real world feedback before making a decision. I’ve read mixed opinions, some say they improve performance and fuel economy while others warn about legal issues and possible long term engine damage.

I'm not using the truck commercially, just for towing and occasional long hauls. Have any of you installed a DPF delete kit? What changes did you notice in performance, reliability, or maintenance?

Also, how strict are emissions regulations being enforced in your area?

Appreciate any insights or advice

 

[kylewilliam]

Hey everyone,

I’ve been looking into DPF delete kits for my diesel truck and wanted to get some real world feedback before making a decision. I’ve read mixed opinions, some say they improve performance and fuel economy while others warn about legal issues and possible long term engine damage.

I'm not using the truck commercially, just for towing and occasional long hauls. Have any of you installed a DPF delete kit? What changes did you notice in performance, reliability, or maintenance?

Also, how strict are emissions regulations being enforced in your area?

Appreciate any insights or advice on dpf delete 6.7 powerstroke

thanks in advance for any help

 

[Alex Snyder]

This isn't the usual question for DealerRefresh, as we are more focused on solving dealer issues. With that said, I love diesels and think they are unnecessarily hampered by government bullshit. The fight against diesel is one of the best examples of eco-morons who only see the soot in front of them versus those who recognize the larger issues truly polluting our air.

I'm in the "remove all the government-mandated crap" on your diesel truck crowd. I had a deleted and bulletproofed F350 that I loved. The performance gain was tremendous (380hp to 600hp) with the delete. You'd see soot come out of the tailpipe only on a super cold day with a cold start (no engine warming with the plug).

With that said, you need to know your emissions restrictions in your state and what kits are available for your car. My F350 was a 2005, so it fell outside of current restrictions in my state.

 

[Tallcool1]

For me, it depends largely on how new the pickup is. I would never mess with deleting a truck that is still under factory warranty.

As @Alex Snyder said, the performance difference is staggering. I have always known that diesel pickups are "de-tuned" to less than half of what they are capable of, but it is hard to really comprehend that until you have felt it.

I have recently been thinking about buying an old Ford 6.0 and having it Bullet Proofed and Deleted. Those things run amazing with a little bit of love.

What year make model engine are you wanting to delete?

 

[kylewilliam]

Yes, diesel deletes on older trucks like your 2005 F350 massively improve power and drivability and using a diesel delete kit is often part of that process, but whether it is viable comes down entirely to your state’s emissions laws and the truck’s model year. If it is exempt or lightly enforced where you live it can make sense. If not it is illegal for street use no matter how well it runs.

 

[gussst671]

Hey everyone,

I’ve been looking into DPF delete kits for my diesel truck and wanted to get some real world feedback before making a decision. I’ve read mixed opinions, some say they improve performance and fuel economy while others warn about legal issues and possible long term engine damage.

I'm not using the truck commercially, just for towing and occasional long hauls. Have any of you installed a DPF delete kit? What changes did you notice in performance, reliability, or maintenance?

Also, how strict are emissions regulations being enforced in your area?

Appreciate any insights or advice


I run a similar setup for heavy towing, and dropping the restrictive filter noticeably reduced exhaust gas temperatures and gave me a solid bump in fuel efficiency. I ended up getting my kit from Diesel Tuner since they actually match the delete with proper ECU remapping to avoid limp mode or long-term engine stress, which makes a huge difference for reliability if your local emissions allow it.

Installed mine last year for heavy towing. MPG and throttle response improved significantly, but double-check your local emissions laws first.