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Old Dec 19, 2019 | 07:14 PM
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getting ready to do some performance upgrades on my 6.0 ly6. should i delete the vvt or
keep it and get a cam that uses it? also should i keep the DBW type throttle body or go to cable ? thanks paul
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Old Dec 19, 2019 | 07:31 PM
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Which vehicle is this in? You can go either way, though if you keep VVT you WILL keep DBW, as the computer controls both.
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Old Dec 19, 2019 | 07:51 PM
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this will be going in a s10 pick up 2 wheel drive. i have the complete wiring harness with computer and DBW pedal . im assuming i can still use the DBW if i delete the VVT right
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Yeah VVT can be programmed out. DBW is integral to the system. It will stay.
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