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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 12:26 AM
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computer upgrade?

How many people have put a chip in or some sort of program to boost horse power and get better gas milage? if so what is it and how do tou like it?

I am taking a survey so I can get the best one for my truck in My price range
I talk to 5-star today but I would like to know what else is out there

My truck++++ 99 SD 4x4 sc 5.4 full size bed 7300# ME, Truck, and Tools

Can any body help
Thanks Ron
 
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 12:34 AM
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Based on feedback here and having talked with Mike at 5-star, I went with the SCT X3 from mike. Then the cold air intake, then the y-pipe, then the cat back exhaust. My goal is to put Mike's kids through college. Haven't installed any of it yet. But, that's the way I went.
 
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Old Feb 4, 2011 | 01:02 AM
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Thanks Robert
That is the way I will probably go but just would like some more options
 
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