Except for FI . What have you guys noticed? More power/ smoke? Higher EGT's? What exactly does cutting the DV's entail?I have just completed my engine swap in my 81 300SD. It now houses a 1984 model year 617.952. The alda has never been touched (evidence of this being the metal band around plastic cap over adj nut). I want to remove it soon because it isn't near as peppy as my former benz engine (stock 1981 617.951). I need to check my boost on this .952 and report back. Basically, I am looking for good performance while trying not to sacrifice too much mileage-I know people in Hell want icewater .

Thanks in advance!

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Ian White

1995 E300 Diesel w124 OM606
2014 E550 w212 M278 biturbo

2001 BMW 740i E38 M62 (past)
1981 300SD w126 OM617 (past)