3406e-5ek HP upgrade

Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by WallyGator, Nov 23, 2008.

  1. CaterpillarWrench

    CaterpillarWrench Light Load Member

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    Actually I have used the newest low nox files,and like 550 said they are STRONG and make good fuel mileage.
     
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  3. WallyGator

    WallyGator Medium Load Member

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    Thanks for all the info so far.I guess ill buy the wires 40hp dosent sound bad..where do i go to find out what the HP is set at right now?i dont seem to have much luck here in tampa FL. its like pulling teeth trying to get any info from them..also i have straight pipes will this add HP or Power..
     
  4. DDS

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    Any cat service dealer can hook up Cat et and give you that download. This will tell all your parameters. You may have to pay 1/2 hour or something, but then you would know.
     
    WallyGator Thanks this.
  5. WallyGator

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    will the cat dealer turn it up to 410 if its set lower? or do thay have to have some kind of password? should i bring my rebuild sheet with the part# on it so i can prove the 410 parts?
     
  6. CaterpillarWrench

    CaterpillarWrench Light Load Member

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    I don't know what they would charge you for that if it would be worth only going to 410.That engine was set at 355 new.
     
  7. WallyGator

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    called Cat today and was told they would only flash to 410 becouse of liab issues.so who else can i go to for the horsepower flash im looking for?was hoping for the 475HP as was said a few posts ago.it seems working on the engine isent the hard part its the #### computer..
    Thanks Walt
     
  8. DDS

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    Pm me me your email for more information
     
  9. WallyGator

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  10. kaliga1961

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    Would like to ask DDS a question. I have a 3406E 435hp max 450. Its a 5Ek 77957, arrangement # 135-0963 would like to make it 475-550. What do I need to do? Thanks
     
  11. Gambino1994

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    Broncrider and kaliga1961; What are you guys with the 435hp 3406E's getting for boost pressure? I also have a 5EK 3406E with 435hp and I can get to 34-38 psi on a good pull if its cold outside. I am in the middle of rebuilding my motor (435hp) and was told by DDS in another post that I need pistons, cam, turbo/injectors and ecm uprate for 550hp/1850torque.
     
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