DI or IH up-pipes...

DeepShoreStrokin · Jan 27, 2015

I've searched and researched and read everything I could find about what up-pipes are the best and why, yet I haven't made my mind up on which ones to go with. I narrowed it down to either Diesel Innovations or International. Can anybody tell me if there are any benefits with the DI over the IH, performance or longevity wise..? Truck has billet wheeled 38r with deleted ped and hi-flo outlet and after I replace my rusted cab with the mint one I got for it ill be doing 250/200s. thanks

lincolnlocker · Jan 27, 2015

wont have an issue with either setup man!!

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DeepShoreStrokin · Jan 27, 2015

thanks for the input bud, you think I should save the $150 and just go with the IH? is it just a better grade stainless that makes the DI more $$$?

DocBar · Jan 27, 2015

FWIW, I have a setoff DI up pipes and after 5 years, there's a rather large crack in the driver's side. It should be repairable, but it's still an issue. No idea what caused it.

David N · Jan 27, 2015

I have DI's as well. I will admit I had to take mine off once to get them re-welded at the bellows.

They look great. But they are a bitch to get installed since they are 1 piece. I'd probably go IH if I was going to do it over again. Simply put, its not worth it, since you're more than likely going to do a T4 kit on day anyways.

bruce · Jan 27, 2015

Dorman's, I don't think you're gonna like that setup anyway and will end up goin t4 with a 468

lincolnlocker · Jan 27, 2015

DeepShoreStrokin said:
thanks for the input bud, you think I should save the $150 and just go with the IH? is it just a better grade stainless that makes the DI more $$$?

just go IH.. i believe riffraff still has the best price..

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DocBar · Jan 27, 2015

David N said:
I have DI's as well. I will admit I had to take mine off once to get them re-welded at the bellows.

They look great. But they are a bitch to get installed since they are 1 piece. I'd probably go IH if I was going to do it over again. Simply put, its not worth it, since you're more than likely going to do a T4 kit on day anyways.

That's where mine cracked.

DeepShoreStrokin · Jan 27, 2015

really appreciate all the input guys, looks like I'll be going the international route. I'm swapping the cab in the next couple weeks, figured it'd be the best time to upgrade to bellowed while everything is pulled apart.

zilla68 · Jan 27, 2015

check with irate diesel also

fbilly420 · Jan 28, 2015

If you do the IH pipes get them ceramic coated. I have been running a coated set of IH pipes for 6 years completely trouble free. They still look as good as the day I put them on and not 1 leak to speak of.

Layson · Jan 28, 2015

DocBar said:
FWIW, I have a setoff DI up pipes and after 5 years, there's a rather large crack in the driver's side. It should be repairable, but it's still an issue. No idea what caused it.

David N said:
I have DI's as well. I will admit I had to take mine off once to get them re-welded at the bellows.

They look great. But they are a bitch to get installed since they are 1 piece. I'd probably go IH if I was going to do it over again. Simply put, its not worth it, since you're more than likely going to do a T4 kit on day anyways.

Dang, I have DI's one piece and I am glad you guys said something about this. I have been having some issues and that could definitely be one of them! Didn't really even think to look at them again after I installed those...LOL

n54power · Jan 29, 2015

http://www.mkmcustoms.com/sinisterdiesel73lpowerstrokeup-pipes.aspx

Saw these in person at the outdoorsman show.they were pretty badass.

DeepShoreStrokin · Jan 29, 2015

n54power said:
http://www.mkmcustoms.com/sinisterdiesel73lpowerstrokeup-pipes.aspx

Saw these in person at the outdoorsman show.they were pretty badass.

those do look good and I'm sure they're top quality but I just cant find enough info on the double slip fit design, looks to me like they still use donuts but not sure. if anybody's got em on their 7.3 id like to know what they think.

ToMang07 · Jan 29, 2015

$144 shipped with code "WD54"

http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/...ludes-hardware-and-gaskets-679-005/10274696-P

ja_cain · Jan 29, 2015

ToMang07 said:
$144 shipped with code "WD54"

http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/...ludes-hardware-and-gaskets-679-005/10274696-P

Or TRT30 like I posted above. I think this is what I am going with in the short term as I want an excursion with a 38r eventually. Once I get my T4 mount fabbed up I'll remove the Dormans and save them for the ex.

ja_cain · Jan 30, 2015

Doh! I just realized I posted that code in the other up-pipe thread.

lincolnlocker · Jan 30, 2015

advanced auto is a sponsor here? if you guys are going to post web pages to knockoff parts. please find a vendor that caries them and post from their sites.. i believe dieselsite offers a cheaper version that are not ih...

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ja_cain · Jan 30, 2015

Point taken. Mods feel free to delete my post.

ToMang07 · Jan 30, 2015

lincolnlocker said:
advanced auto is a sponsor here? if you guys are going to post web pages to knockoff parts. please find a vendor that caries them and post from their sites.. i believe dieselsite offers a cheaper version that are not ih...

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If a vendor is selling them for a compatible price, they are welcome to step up and offer.

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