Best Performance Upgrades for the 6.7L Ford Powerstroke (2011-2019)

The 6.7L Ford Powerstroke is one of the most capable diesel engines ever built — but if you want to unlock its full potential, the right combination of upgrades makes all the difference. Whether you're towing heavy loads, driving daily, or hitting the track, here are the best performance mods for your 2011–2019 Ford Powerstroke 6.7L.

1. Custom Tune / EZ LYNK Tune Package

A custom tune is the single most impactful upgrade you can make to any diesel truck. For the 6.7L Powerstroke, a quality tune can add 80–200+ horsepower and significantly improve torque, throttle response, and fuel economy — all without touching a single bolt.

At Dynamic Diesels, we offer the Ford Powerstroke EZ LYNK Tune Package featuring cloud-based tuning with the Auto Agent 3 device. This gives you over-the-air tune updates, real-time diagnostics, and Switch-On-The-Fly (SOTF) power level options from your phone.

Why it's #1: No other single upgrade delivers more horsepower per dollar. It's also the foundation that makes every other mod perform better.

2. DPF Delete Kit (Off-Road Use Only)

For trucks used off-road, a DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) delete kit removes the emissions hardware that restricts exhaust flow and causes costly regeneration cycles. Combined with a custom tune, this is one of the most popular upgrades for off-road 6.7L Powerstroke owners.

Dynamic Diesels carries complete DPF delete kits for the 6.7L Powerstroke including all-in-one kits that combine EGR delete, DPF delete, and tuning in a single package.

Note: DPF and EGR delete kits are intended for off-road, competition, and closed-course use only.

3. EGR Delete Kit

The EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) system routes hot, dirty exhaust gas back into the intake to reduce NOx emissions — but this causes carbon buildup, overheating, and power loss over time. An EGR delete eliminates these issues, improves intake air quality, and extends engine life.

Best paired with a custom tune to fully take advantage of the cleaner combustion and improved airflow.

4. Cold Air Intake

A high-flow cold air intake replaces the restrictive factory air box with a larger, less obstructed filter and intake tube. Benefits include improved turbo spool-up, better throttle response, and a modest horsepower gain — especially noticeable under heavy load or towing.

For the 6.7L Powerstroke, look for intakes that route outside the engine bay to pull in genuinely cooler ambient air for maximum density.

5. Upgraded Turbocharger

The stock 6.7L Powerstroke uses a compound turbo setup (a variable geometry turbo with a high-pressure stage). Upgrading to a larger or higher-flow turbocharger allows higher boost pressures, faster spool times, and significantly more power ceiling — especially important if you've added injectors or fuel system upgrades.

Dynamic Diesels offers replacement and upgraded turbochargers for the 6.7L Powerstroke, including drop-in units from Black Bandit that restore or exceed factory performance.

6. Exhaust System Upgrade

A larger diameter exhaust reduces backpressure and allows the engine to expel gases more efficiently. For the 6.7L Powerstroke, a 4" or 5" straight pipe or cat-back exhaust system can free up noticeable power and improve exhaust tone. Combine with a DPF delete (off-road) for maximum benefit.

7. Intercooler Upgrade

The intercooler cools compressed air from the turbo before it enters the engine. A larger intercooler reduces intake air temperatures (IAT), which allows for denser air charges and more power without knock or heat soak — particularly important in hot climates or under sustained towing loads.

Building the Right Combination

The best approach is to build your mods in a logical order:

  1. Start with a custom tune (the most ROI of any mod)
  2. Add DPF/EGR delete if running off-road
  3. Upgrade intake and exhaust for improved airflow
  4. Upgrade turbo and intercooler as you push for more power

Each subsequent mod amplifies the gains from the previous one. A cold air intake on a stock-tuned truck gives modest gains; on a tuned, deleted truck, it's a meaningful upgrade.

Shop 6.7L Powerstroke Performance Parts at Dynamic Diesels

Dynamic Diesels is your one-stop source for 6.7L Ford Powerstroke performance parts — from EZ LYNK tune packages to complete all-in-one kits, replacement turbos, exhaust systems, and more.

Browse our full Ford Powerstroke Performance Parts collection or contact our team for help building the right setup for your power goals.

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