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Old Mar 6, 2012 | 03:24 PM
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I have a '99 F250 that currently has an AFE stage 2 intake and nothing else. In the near future I will be adding gauges, a 4" MBRP turbo back exhaust, and an ATS ported housing. The next step will be some new programming. I was leaning towards a DP Tuner but saw that Tyrant will be doing live tuning in my area this spring. My question is how big of a difference does live tuning make versus through the mail custom tuning? Would I notice a difference with the mild upgrades I have planned? Thank You.
 
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Old Mar 6, 2012 | 07:07 PM
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With live tuning you build the tunes to your driving.
 
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Old Mar 6, 2012 | 09:44 PM
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Emery, live tuning make a huge difference and should be noticeable with a stock injectored truck. I have ran both DPTuner and now Tyrant tunes. You cant go wrong with either. I really like my Tyrant Tunes alot. If you want in on the Live Tuning, i will add ya
 
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Old Mar 6, 2012 | 09:46 PM
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If it were me, I would call Cale and see if he is bringing chips with him (they usually do). Then install it while hanging out with the rest of us. Then when you get your turn, Cale will be able to tweak them to fit your needs. The best part is the tuning is usually covered in the live tuning price, so you can get a full selection for the price of a few tunes through the mail. Definitely a good deal.
 
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Old Mar 6, 2012 | 09:57 PM
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Cale is bringing Chips. I will definitely make sure. Already talked to him about it.

So are u confirmed to come over Ken?
 
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Old Mar 6, 2012 | 10:00 PM
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Originally Posted by PwerStroke99
Cale is bringing Chips. I will definitely make sure. Already talked to him about it.

So are u confirmed to come over Ken?
Yep! I just sent a request for reservations at that RV park. I will drag the trailer over there to stay.

Looking forward to coming over and hanging out for the weekend!
 
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Old Mar 6, 2012 | 10:04 PM
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Sweet, will be good to have ya. you can just jump the fence and come hang out at the house!
 
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Old Mar 6, 2012 | 10:06 PM
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Originally Posted by PwerStroke99
Sweet, will be good to have ya. you can just jump the fence and come hang out at the house!
Nice! I will plan on bringing stuff to have fun!
 
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Old Mar 6, 2012 | 10:14 PM
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big yard in the back, lots of room.
 
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Maybe I will bring my smoker. We can tease all your neighbors with the sweet smell of freshly smoked meat!
 
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Off topic question: What kind of smoker do you have?
 
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Off topic question: What kind of smoker do you have?
It is a propane one. It is called a Smoke Vault. Looks like a safe.
 
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