Programmers

[BIG JOE]

Big Joe, aren't programmers and chips suppose to NOT leave a foot print on the pcm? Thats what I read on a lot of them anyways. You would think they would want us to get better mpg Of course there are those just blowing fuel out the pipe

Just my take on it.. some do, some don't, some can, leave a foot print.. but in talking with a Ford service Writer friend.. Fords diagnostic gear is alot more High Tech theze dayz.. due to bogus Warrenty claims.

Over Warrenty ? It's our Call, they're Our.. cars & trucks.

 

[mike.germann]

I mainly want a daily tune, towing tune, maybe a smoke tune since I got stacks if it dont mess my engine up. What do you guys recommend? I still got to get gauges though but just shoppin around.

Here's my 2 cents. I have the DP F5 "tune on the fly." If I'm correct, you can pick which tunes you want when you purchase the system. At least that's what I was told. It might be worth looking into..I'm kinda hazy on the details of it.

Here's their site:
Diesel tuning products for Ford PowerStroke

Mine has 4 positions, labeled 1-4 on my module, and I can switch between them as I please.

1. Stock
2. Tow mode: +80 HP/more low end torque
3. Economy: +60 HP/not sure if it actually changes the shift points, but it feels like it does. I've seen 21 MPG on this setting with a lift and big tires
4: RACE: my favorite. +120 HP. Makes great smoke. I'm glad my seats are comfortable becuase it throws the passenger and i into them.


With a good turbo combo (GT38R or similar) it's a great setup with practically no turbo lag.


Add injectors ($$$) and watch the other guys get smaller and smaller in yer mirror.