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When was the latest flash released? I think mine is stock, i never heard any dealer reflashing my truck. Any advantage having the latest flash?
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Joined: Mar 2004
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From: SE Georgia
Don't ref lash it!!!!!!!
You'll lose MPG and HP
THE NEWER FORD FLASHES SUCK!
Many guys are rolling back their flashes to early 03 strategies for fuel economy and power. The only reason I can see getting a newer flash is to have the inductive heating for injectors. Even then, I would seriously consider not doing it if the truck runs fine when cold outside
You'll lose MPG and HP
THE NEWER FORD FLASHES SUCK!
Many guys are rolling back their flashes to early 03 strategies for fuel economy and power. The only reason I can see getting a newer flash is to have the inductive heating for injectors. Even then, I would seriously consider not doing it if the truck runs fine when cold outside
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Joined: Dec 2003
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From: Stuttgart, Ar
I wouldn't go to the VXCF9. The tuners say 4 or 5 is much better. It would actually be nice to know what the FICM strategy is. That's much more important.
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From: Patricia, Alberta
I had mine reflashed, and it's never been the same for power or mileage, but it runs great when it's cold, the latest flash is supposed to be easier on the ficm as it doesn't use the inductive heat as much. It also is supposed to turn the wrench light on if eot/ect delta's excede 15 degrees. I think there's less chance of lifting the heads too...mine won't go near 30psi now, although I'm sure they never did the vgt relearn, I'm going to do it myself in the next little while.
Tylus, how do you roll back to the older flash, I thought once you upgraded you couldn't go back?
Tylus, how do you roll back to the older flash, I thought once you upgraded you couldn't go back?
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Joined: Mar 2004
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From: SE Georgia
Bill @ Power Hungry Performance does it. It's my next mod. He rolls back the PCM to an earlier strategy
He also offers custom FICM strategy. On the Nation he has a thread right now showing amazing gains and increased drive ability.
I know 1-2 other tuners can roll you back. Just can't remember their names
He also offers custom FICM strategy. On the Nation he has a thread right now showing amazing gains and increased drive ability.
I know 1-2 other tuners can roll you back. Just can't remember their names
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