isx15cm2350 400hp turnup to 450?

Discussion in 'Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanics Forum' started by roadmaster365, Feb 21, 2021.

  1. roadmaster365

    roadmaster365 Bobtail Member

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    I have a isx15 cm2350 400 horsepower 408k miles 10-speed automatic

    When I bought the rig I had it dyno’d and inspected by Cummins and they told me it has great horsepower and excellent blowby for the miles. It doesn’t make the horsepower it once did when it had 0 miles from the factory but it is currently putting about 340 down to the wheels. Tech told me it can easily be turned up from 400 to 450 by some quick and easy ECM modifications and would not need any parts changed, also said transmission is safe for 450

    My MPG is quite low and I am thinking it is because of how hard my engine is constantly working to pull 20-40k lbs. My power going up the smallest incline is non-existent.

    Is it worth turning up to 450? Will my engine have better power and MPG without sacrificing the longevity?
     
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  3. lwlevens

    lwlevens Medium Load Member

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    I really don't think you'll notice the extra 50 hp to be honest with you.
     
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  4. roadmaster365

    roadmaster365 Bobtail Member

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    Not even the MPG? 400 is significantly less stronger than 450
     
  5. lwlevens

    lwlevens Medium Load Member

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    I don't think you'll pick up that much more mpg if any. So is it worth it to you for the cost for an extra 50 hp? But dont know what they're charging either though.
     
  6. Goodysnap

    Goodysnap Road Train Member

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    Your claiming a decrease in power. Where do you stand with your DPF and engine managment EGR/sensor cleanings? Might consider a new filter. Have you done anything proactive to get the power to return to what it once was?
     
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  7. roadmaster365

    roadmaster365 Bobtail Member

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    Cummins said the decrease in power is normal for the engine with 400k
    Any stock engine at 400k will not same power it did from factory.
    Blowby is under the 1” per 100k miles expectations

    Got DPF baked/cleaned recently
    Nox sensor replaced recently
    7th doser injector + doser sensor replaced recently

    Regens fine, not often either
    No codes in 7k miles
    Mechanically rig is in great condition
     
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