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Ford F-150 3.0L Power Stroke Deletes and Tuning

Updated January 25, 2022 by Jeff Hart

3.0L Powerstroke Deletes and Tuning

With the introduction of the new for 2018 F-150 3.0L Power Stroke diesel, Ford has joined the ever increasing market for light duty diesel trucks with great fuel economy and power potential.

Considering the competition now from GMC/Chevy and Dodge in their light-duty diesel truck lineups, Ford knew that they would have to add a diesel engine option for their F-150 in order to stay ahead of the curve. They raided the international parts bin and came up with the already proven 60-degree DOHC V-6 engine codenamed “Lion” which is actually made in Dagenham, U.K.

This engine design had been used previously in Land Rovers in Australia and has been around since 2005. It has been upgraded for the F-150 platform with a common rail system utilizing piezo injectors (also seen on the new 5.0L Cummins) which allows for less engine noise and vibration, make it more friendly for daily-driver status. The 3.0L engine block is made from compacted graphite iron, keeping the weight down and the strength high.

Putting out a quite respectable 440 lb.-ft. of torque at around 1,750 rpm, the new F-150 diesel is able to tow 11,400 lbs. and can handle hauling 2,020 lbs. of payload. Horsepower from factory is rated at 250hp at 3,250 RPM and depending on what trim level your truck is, you can expect up to 26 MPG.

Emissions Equipment

Adapted from it’s big brother, the 6.7L Power Stroke, is the selective catalytic reduction (SCR) urea injection system which serves to limit nitrogen-oxide emissions (NOx) in order to comply with US regulations. Underneath the truck lives a 5-gallon DEF tank that has to be refilled with urea (aka DEF fluid) about every 7,500 miles.

In the exhaust downpipe after the turbo is a DPF filter which works in conjunction with the SCR and EGR systems to filter soot from the exhaust stream. Going from past history with DPF filters, they all eventually clog requiring an expensive cleaning or even more pricey replacement.

The EGR in this engine uses a high-pressure cooled system design in order to attempt to keep the extremely hot exhaust gas under control. As we all know, this is another failure point of modern diesels after 100k or so, the soot that these systems reintroduce into the intake tract causes all sorts of issues with carbon buildup.

Delete and Tune Pros and Cons

Delete Pros

  • Tuning can increase the power by as much as 90hp, pushing the overall power output up to about 340hp.
  • By removing the clog-prone EGR and DPF, your truck will have a cleaner intake and exhaust tract which will increase the reliability and longevity of your truck.
  • No more DEF to refill once those systems are removed with a tune.
  • On average, you will stand to gain an extra 5 MPG after the deletes.
  • No more limp mode because of a clogged DPF or the frequent DEF system failures which had the added benefit of lower maintenance costs.
  • This is purely personal preference, but if you run a new exhaust without a muffler you’ll be able to hear the turbo and engine much better with the restrictions in the exhaust gone.

Delete Cons

  • Legality is the biggest con of removing emissions equipment, at least in the US. You need to be aware that these modifications are only to be used in vehicles that aren’t to be driven on public highways, or only in a country without emissions guidelines, as the US regulations have made it so that modifications to these systems are for off-road vehicles only.
  • Another con to deleting your 3.0 Power Stroke is that the warranty can be voided by the dealership if they detect a tune (and they can, even with it returned to factory conditions.) Normally these systems are covered under the emissions warranty for 8 years/ 80K miles, which is actually quite robust, although I have noticed that a lot of times people are having clogged DPF filter and EGR issues right after the emissions warranty runs out.

Tuning and delete options

Now that you know the pros and cons, I’ve put together the parts you’ll need in order to delete your truck.

Because of the newness of the 3.0L Power Stroke, some aftermarket manufacturers are still in development for this platform. That said, there’s some really good options already. These are the best available options that I have been able to find at the time of writing this, however if you know of any new and exciting products for the 3.0L, let me know in the comments below.

Keep reading to see the individual list of everything that you’ll find in a typical delete kit.

Best Delete Tuner for the 3.0L Power Stroke

  • Delete Tuner for 3.0L Powerstroke
Delete Tuner 2018 Ford F-150 3.0L Powerstroke

Delete Tuner 2018 Ford F-150 3.0L Powerstroke

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DPF REMOVED
Tow: +30HP
Street: +50HP
Performance: +90HP

Along with tuning ability, most tuners offer a full line of parameter monitoring and datalogging serving as a full set of digital AND analog gauges with the ability to monitor:

Exhaust Gas Temperature
Engine Coolant Temperature
Engine Oil Temperature
Boost
Torque Converter Slip
Transmission Temperature
Fuel Rail Pressure
Fuel Rail Temperature
Injection Timing
Fuel Delivery Volume
Regeneration Status
Diesel Particulate Filter Pressure
Intake Air Temperature
Charge Air Temperature
And hundreds (literally) of other parameters

Best DPF/SCR/CAT Delete Exhaust

If you’re going to be running a delete tune, you’ll need to exhaust to support it. This exhaust replaces all the factory exhaust emissions components with a much less restrictive straight pipe and ties into the factory tailpipe.

Flo-Pro Delete Pipes

Exhaust Delete Pipes Part CFAL465- 2018 Ford F150 3.0L Powerstroke Diesel

Exhaust Delete Pipes Part CFAL465- 2018 Ford F150 3.0L Powerstroke Diesel

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Description:

Increased performance
Increased economy
Contour bent hangers
Preformed band clamps
Easy & Quick Bolt on Design
Utilizes Factory Hangers
Retains factory muffler and tailpipe

EGR Delete Kit for the 3.0L Power Stroke

Since the 3.0L is so new, it seems like the aftermarket has yet to produce a EGR block off kit for this truck, so the only option at the moment is to use the tuner to shut down the EGR function, keeping the piping and valve in place. Not the most ideal way to deal with it, but currently the only way.

Stay tuned, we will update this article as soon as we find a suitable delete kit for the 3.0L.

Conclusion

Hopefully this guide has been helpful with your search to improve the reliability and performance of your 3.0L Power Stroke. As always, if you have comments or questions, feel free to ask away in the comment section below!

Thanks for reading!

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Deleting and Tuning the 3.0L EcoDiesel Dodge Ram 1500

Updated November 2, 2021 by Jeff Hart

Looking for information about tuning the 3.0L EcoDiesel? You’ve come to the right place. This guide will help you find the best delete and tune options for your Ram 1500.

The 3.0L EcoDiesel in the 2017 and newer Ram 1500 is quite the powerplant for a midsize truck, delivering 240 horsepower and an impressive 420 ft-lb of torque right out of the box. This makes the 1500 quite the workhorse, and a great option for those who want a mpg friendly engine option with plenty of power to spare.

The 3.0L is a pretty unique engine, the only two vehicles that North America gets with this power plant are the Ram 1500 and the Jeep Grand Cherokee. The engine was developed by VM Motori, an Italian diesel engine manufacturer who is now owned by Fiat Chrysler. VM has had many years of experience in developing diesel power plants, their first engine was built in 1947 and they’ve been evolving their designs ever since.

Tuning the 3.0L for more power and MPG

Most of the new Ram 1500 owners are pretty happy with the way that their trucks perform out of the gate and don’t want to change a thing about them, however there are always the rest of us who want to go a little further.

We know by now that modern diesel engines like these are not always tuned to get the best performance, but rather for lowering emissions output over just about everything else.

Now, don’t get me wrong, the 3.0L is great just the way it is, and is really good at meeting the high standards for emissions in the US. There are tuning options for keeping all the factory emissions equipment and adding a little more grunt for towing and the like. If that’s the way you prefer to go, check out the non-delete tuning options.

3.0L EcoDiesel Delete Options

If you’re wanting to squeeze the maximum horsepower, MPG and reliability out of your 3.0L, deleting is pretty much the only way to go.

There is a catch however, and that is that if you live in the US, removing the emissions equipment on any modern diesel is only for off-road vehicles and can result in fines if used on public highways. The following parts are really meant for those who will use their trucks for farming or racing, or who live in a country that doesn’t have the same regulations as in the US.

Best Delete Tuner for the EcoDiesel

As far as the most important part of any delete kit goes, the tuner, I have some good news and some bad news.

The good news: there is still a way to delete and tune these trucks, it’s just a little bit more involved on your end and comes with some downtime.

The bad news: there is currently no plug-in tuner that can handle the delete on this engine. Tuning requires that your ECM is removed from your truck and then sent out to a tuner to be unlocked and bench flashed.

UPDATE: A new product has been developed with a customizable laptop-based tuning option, check the link below for more info. There is now options for the 2020-2021 EcoDiesel Dodge Rams along with the Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel!

DPF/EGR Delete ECM Tuning 14-18 Dodge Ram Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0 EcoDiesel

DPF/EGR Delete ECM Tuning 14-18 Dodge Ram Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0 EcoDiesel

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Features:

Allows removal of the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Turns OFF & disables EGR system
No trouble codes or check engine lights
Increase fuel mileage

Best EcoDiesel Delete Exhaust

This is one of the best options for deleting the DPF from your EcoDiesel’s exhaust. This test pipe downpipe is a straight shot from the turbo to the muffler, giving you the maximum flow possible.

Off Road Race 3" DPF/CAT Delete Test Pipe 14-18 Dodge Ram 3.0L Turbo Eco Diesel

Off Road Race 3" DPF/CAT Delete Test Pipe 14-18 Dodge Ram 3.0L Turbo Eco Diesel

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Off Road Race Pipes. 3" DPF/CAT Delete Test Pipe Kit

2014-2018 Dodge Ram 1500 3.0L Eco Diesel Truck

Mandrel Bent Tubing For Maximum Flow & Performance Gains
Increases Horsepower & Torque. Improves Fuel Efficiency
Stainless Steel.

Best EGR Delete Kit for the 3.0L

Deleting the EGR on the EcoDiesel is an important part of keeping your truck reliable, if you are tuning and deleting the exhaust on your truck you really don’t want to skip this step.

The blockoff plates and rerouting hoses allow you to remove the EGR completely. Deleting the EGR keeps your sooty exhaust gases from recirculating through your intake manifold which increases the life of your engine.

This kit includes everything you need to do either a partial or a full EGR delete.

EGR Cooler Delete Kit for 2014-2017 Dodge Ram 1500 3.0L EcoDiesel

EGR Cooler Delete Kit for 2014-2017 Dodge Ram 1500 3.0L EcoDiesel

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Design can be installed incrementally and reversed
Stage 1 - bypass EGR valve
Stage 2 - fully deletes EGR valve, EGR cooler, EGR coolant lines, EGR manifold, and EGR exhaust lines
Reduced fuel consumption
Eliminates intake soot
Cleaner engine oil
Prolonged engine life
Does not reduce coolant flow through the cylinder head
Includes complete step-by-step instructions

Conclusion

We hope this article helps you in figuring out the best way to increase the potential HP, MPG and reliability of your Ram EcoDiesel. If you liked the read, feel free to share it. If you have any more questions, please leave a comment below. Thanks for reading!

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