Winch bumper, intercooler, and airflow

Joanne

Adventurer
So I sold my F150 and picked up a diesel f-250 super duty. I'm considering a winch for the front but the existing bumper has a large opening to allow airflow to the intercooler. I don't want to compromise performance or reliability, so will a winch bumper provide adequate airflow? Do any of you diesel drivers have experience in this area?

Thanks!
Joanne
 

CYRUS888

Observer
This ones mine.
It has a warn 16.5 behind it.
Towed the RV behind it with no overheating issues.
Hope that helps
 

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Woofwagon

Adventurer
Unless you're pulling the pyramids up Pike's Peak, you're not going to overload the intercooler on these trucks. Do you have a pyrometer installed?
 

Joanne

Adventurer
Unless you're pulling the pyramids up Pike's Peak, you're not going to overload the intercooler on these trucks. Do you have a pyrometer installed?

Pyrometer? No I don't. I looked it up online and understand what it is, but I wouldn't say I really understand its importance. I'm assuming it's something I should look into?

Joanne
 

Woofwagon

Adventurer
Yes a pyrometer is a great tool to make sure you're not overloading the engine. Most diesel are rated to run under load at 950F and never to exceed 1250F as the aluminum pistons will start to melt. Watch your exhaust gas temperatures (EGT) to keep from melting the engine down. Excess heat is the enemy of working diesels. During my time as a diesel mechanic, I saw many a diesel damaged because the driver wouldn't get out of the throttle not paying attention to the pyro.
 

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