The Ford accelerator pedal also works fine with the manual TPS cable. They can be modified to accept a cruise control cable, but it takes a bit of work. 2003 – Early 2004 (305 HP) Manual Trans Equipped Engines – These engines use a different cable operated TPS. We also offer pedal bracket kits for 2003-2010 Ford Super Duty trucks with adjustable or fixed pedals. This type of sensor has two important advantages it easily accommodates the use of a cable operated cruise control servo, and gas engine type accelerator pedals, which can be easily bolted into the diesel equipped trucks. The 2003 – early 2004 common rails that were in front of an automatic transmission are best suited for conversions, due to their cable operated Throttle Position Sensor (TPS). There are many options available to deal with this problem. This module prevents the engine from starting in a theft condition, and it can cause issues when installing the engine in a different truck. Many of these engines have a Security Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM). These engines require an electronic speed signal, just like the 24-Valves.
There is a bit more wiring required when using one of these engines in a conversion, but we do most of the work by modifying your truck's existing engine harness to ‘plug into’ the Common Rail.
They do not need the Dodge PCM to run in your truck, only the engine control module that is bolted to the side of the motor. These are the engines that are known for being ‘quiet’. These engines have relatively high horse power to begin with (usually starting at 305 HP) and have decent fuel economy as well. They are referred to as the ‘Common Rail’ engine because their injection pump pressurizes a single fuel rail that supplies the six individual electronic controlled injectors. The 2003 – 2006 24-Valve engines are excellent engines. THE "COMMON RAIL" RPM Range 0-3200, Max Stock Torque- 610 ft/lbs 1,600 rpm See our Common Rail Conversion Information article for more detailed information.