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Old 05-16-2012, 07:06 PM
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5-star sale...

Thought you guys might be interested:

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...-day-sale.html
 
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Old 05-17-2012, 06:08 AM
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An already great product/service AND its on sale now???

This Mike guy just does NOT rest does he?
 
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Old 05-17-2012, 04:21 PM
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If I only waited a week I could of saved some cash, but guess what, even at paying the full price its still totally worth it

Never had a "mod" do so much in the performance department!!
 
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Old 05-17-2012, 07:55 PM
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what does this tuner do? I dont know didly about any of this so education would be nice
 
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A tuner by itself just uploads new settings (known as a "tune") to the computer that controls the engine and the transmission.

A "tune" that the tuner uploads can change many things. Spark advance, amount of fuel at wide-open-throttle (WOT), shift points, and shift harshness.

In my case, on a 2001 2-valve V10 w/automatic, he shaved a full second off my 0-60 time, on 87 octane gas. It was a combination of engine tuning and transmission shifts.

The tune makes a big difference in terms of throttle response, overall power, and shifting, and Mike can adjust his tunes to whatever you think you want. Don't like it the way it is? Explain it to Mike and he'll fine-tune your tune (pun intended).
 
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Old 05-18-2012, 10:00 AM
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Is this the correct tuner?

SCT X3 Special

The X3 stores up to 3 Custom Tune files. All X3 devices come with 3 custom tunes installed for price listed.
$389.00
 
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Old 05-18-2012, 10:20 AM
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Originally Posted by neilc88
Is this the correct tuner?

SCT X3 Special

The X3 stores up to 3 Custom Tune files. All X3 devices come with 3 custom tunes installed for price listed.
$389.00
Sounds like it - I have the SCT X3 from Mike. If any doubt, call him or email him. He usually answers VERY fast.
 
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Old 05-18-2012, 04:34 PM
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My warranty expiration can't get here quick enough...22k to go.
 
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if you have problems you can just flash it back to stock
 
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Old 05-19-2012, 06:36 AM
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Originally Posted by onug
My warranty expiration can't get here quick enough...22k to go.
If I'm not mistaken one of Mike's tunes does not affect the existing factory warranty. Naturally this is something you'd want to check but Mike wouldn't steer you wrong about it.
 
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The flash device swaps out your stock tune for a 5 Star tune then stores your stock tune on the device. The device is then locked to your vehicle until you install the stock tune again. Hands down the best mod (plug and play) that is out there. It changed the whole feel of my truck. I dont tow a heavy trailer maybe 7-8 k but it made a huge difference with that. Stock, the truck seemed to shift and search for gears on the highway and up short hills. Not to mention the extar power. The tunes add tons of power. It is truly amazing that there could be that much power for Ford to leave out of it with a simple tune.

Now 5 Star, is the best to deal with period. They will answer any questions promptly as said previously. A completely custom mod with great service and now it's only$389? I wish I had another truck........haha
 
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Don't be bashful guys, you'll have a whole new BSEG. It's only money you'll make more next week.
 
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Is there a tune for economy? about 70% of my driving of this truck(for now, have 1994 4 banger ranger) is in town.....
 
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Woot! Just ordered mine... Can't wait to get it.
 
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Woo Hoo! Just ordered mine. Been thinking of doing this for a year now. I'll have it just in time for the big camp trip first week of June!
 
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