FAQs About Diesel Delete Kits
What is a diesel delete kit?
A delete kit is the hardware that removes or bypasses a diesel truck's emissions components: EGR delete kits block off the exhaust gas recirculation valve and cooler; DPF and CAT delete pipes replace the particulate filter and catalyst; DEF deletes handle the diesel exhaust fluid system; and CCV reroutes pull crankcase vapor out of the intake. Complete kits bundle several of those pieces for one generation in a single package.
The hardware is only half the job. Every delete needs matching ECM tuning so the computer stops commanding components that are no longer there; otherwise, the truck codes and derates. Plan hardware and tuning together and the job goes smoothly.
What is the difference between EGR, DPF, DEF, and CCV delete kits?
EGR deletes remove the exhaust recirculation system, the cooler that cracks, and the valve that cokes with soot. DPF and CAT deletes replace the particulate filter and catalyst with straight pipe, eliminating regen cycles. DEF deletes address the diesel exhaust fluid injection system on 2011-and-newer trucks, and CCV reroutes pull crankcase vapor out of the intake through a catch can.
They stack in any combination, but the pieces interact. The most common full package on a modern truck is EGR plus DPF plus DEF with a CCV reroute, flashed with one calibration that covers the whole configuration.
What delete kits fit the 6.7 Cummins?
Coverage runs the entire 6.7 Cummins platform from 2007.5 through 2024, segmented by generation. The 2007.5-2009 trucks have EGR and throttle valve kits; 2010-2012 trucks add DPF and DEF delete pipes; the 2013-2018 trucks carry the deepest selection, including cab and chassis 3500 and 4500 EGR kits, and the 2019-2024 Rams have CAT and DPF delete pipe coverage.
Match the kit to the build year and the configuration, because a 2013 Ram 2500 pickup and a 2013 Ram 3500 cab and chassis do not take the same EGR kit. Our support team confirms fitment from the VIN before anything ships.
Which delete kits fit Ford Powerstroke engines?
All three generations are covered. The 6.0 Powerstroke (2003-2007) carries the widest EGR delete selection on the site, from basic bypass kits to full up-pipe and Y-pipe packages, which matters because the 6.0's EGR cooler is its defining weak point. The 6.4 Powerstroke (2008-2010) has EGR valve deletes plus 4-inch CAT and DPF delete pipes, alone or bundled.
The 6.7 Powerstroke (2011-2024) is split by generation, with EGR cooler deletes, 4-inch DPF delete pipes, CCV reroutes with catch cans, and full all-in-one DPF/DEF/EGR packages covering the 2011-2019 trucks and the newer ones through 2024.
Which delete kit fits my Duramax?
Identify the generation first, because the kits do not interchange. The LLY (2004.5-2005) and LBZ (2006-2007) carry EGR delete kits with high-flow intake elbow and Y-bridge options, the pre-DPF era where EGR is the only delete needed. The LMM (2007-2010) adds DPF delete pipes alongside EGR deletes.
The LML (2011-2016) has EGR deletes with up-pipes, DPF and CAT delete pipes, and EGR-plus-DPF combo kits with intake bridge options. The L5P (2017-2025) rounds it out with EGR valve and cooler deletes, DPF and CAT race pipes, and the CAN bus plug kits that generation requires.
Do I need a tuner with a delete kit?
Yes, in every configuration that touches the DPF, DEF, or EGR systems. The ECM continuously monitors those components, and with the hardware gone, it sets codes, triggers regen faults, and derates power. Delete tuning shuts those strategies off so the truck runs correctly in its new configuration.
CCV reroutes are the partial exception, since many run them with lighter tuning requirements, but the safe rule is to plan hardware and calibration as one job. See our diesel tuners collection for the Mini Maxx platform, which pairs with the kits on this page across all three brands.
Can I delete just the EGR and keep the DPF?
You can, and EGR-only deletes are common on engines where the cooler is the specific pain point, like the 6.0 Powerstroke. The honest trade-off is chemistry: with EGR shut off, combustion runs dirtier at the stack, so the DPF loads with soot faster and regens more often.
If the DPF stays, the calibration has to account for the changed soot loading. Plenty of owners run exactly this setup happily; just know the two systems interact, and the full delete is what eliminates regens.
What is the difference between an EGR delete kit and a full delete kit?
An EGR delete kit handles one system: the valve, the cooler, and the block-off hardware for that circuit, sometimes paired with an intake elbow or up-pipes for the same job. A full delete kit bundles everything the generation needs: DPF and CAT pipes, DEF hardware, EGR block-offs, and often the CCV reroute, so the entire emissions system comes out in one weekend.
Full kits exist for the platforms where that is the common request, like the 2011-2019 6.7 Powerstroke all-in-one package. If your platform does not have a dedicated full kit, the individual pieces stack to the same result; our support line will assemble the list for your truck.
Do you carry delete kits for the Ram EcoDiesel or other applications?
Yes, the 3.0L EcoDiesel in the 2014-2019 Ram 1500 has a dedicated EGR valve and cooler delete kit, the entry point for the half-ton diesel crowd. Beyond the Big Three pickups, the catalog also covers the Cummins ISX heavy-duty platform and selected import applications, including VW TDI and BMW diesel EGR kits.
If you do not see your application in the fitment guide, ask before assuming. Coverage is always expanding, and the 24/7 support team can tell you in minutes whether a kit exists for your engine or whether it is on the roadmap.
Are diesel delete kits illegal?
Delete kits are sold for competition and closed-course off-road use only. Removing or defeating emissions control systems on a pollution-controlled vehicle registered for on-highway use violates the Clean Air Act and can carry substantial EPA fines for individuals and shops alike, so these products are not legal for street use in the United States.
Fitment is generation-specific across every platform on this page, so confirm your engine, year, and configuration; cab-and-chassis trucks differ from pickups, or contact our 24/7 support for help. Every order ships free from our US warehouses, carries a 1-year warranty, and is backed by a 45-day return policy if the fitment is not right.