Superchips Microtuner Now Has 3 Program Settings
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Superchips Microtuner Now Has 3 Program Settings
What's happening at the pumps is fraud, common with some stations. The pumps are certified by each state annually and MUST be accurate. Crooked gas stations buy a chip that they put in the pump to cheat you out of your money and switch the chip off when they get inspected. Report them to the state.
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Superchips Microtuner Now Has 3 Program Settings
Originally posted by fhartell
Ken, do you have the gauge pod for the 2000 Excursion? If so what is the part # for this? I need it in tan. Thanks
Ken, do you have the gauge pod for the 2000 Excursion? If so what is the part # for this? I need it in tan. Thanks
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i had a hypertech programmer installed in my truck and was very pleased with it, it did not do any good for my mpg but it makes it move. now i want to put one of these programmers in my truck but the programmer was stolen so i have no way of removing it. is there any way of not having to get the computer re flashed by a ford dealer?
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No, you must get it reflashed. If you intend to get one get it before mid-night tonight (Eastern Standard Time) because prices are going up nationwide to a minimum advertised price of $361.39.
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I'm new here, so sorry if these answers are somewhere else.
I just bought a 2002 F250 7.3 4x4. I use it mainly as an around the town vehicle. I'm interested in more power and better gas mileage.
From what I've gathered reading this thread, I can purchase a reprogrammer to accomplish this. And then, in order to be safe, I need to install an Exhaust Gas Temperature gauge. And, in order to maximize the results, a new exhaust system.
Is this accurate?
What effect does this have on the reliability/longevity of the truck? Can the drivetrain handle the increased power?
Thanks.
James
I just bought a 2002 F250 7.3 4x4. I use it mainly as an around the town vehicle. I'm interested in more power and better gas mileage.
From what I've gathered reading this thread, I can purchase a reprogrammer to accomplish this. And then, in order to be safe, I need to install an Exhaust Gas Temperature gauge. And, in order to maximize the results, a new exhaust system.
Is this accurate?
What effect does this have on the reliability/longevity of the truck? Can the drivetrain handle the increased power?
Thanks.
James
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I have a 02 F-250 powerstroke. I want to buy a preformance chip but don't know which one would be the best for me. I eventully want to add an 4" exhaust , better injectors and maybe propane. Mad dog company has a stage 4 that is required if you upgrade your injectors. will the micortuner allow me to continue with ugrades or should I be looking at the Predator
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Originally posted by HerbertKornfeld
I'm new here, so sorry if these answers are somewhere else.
I just bought a 2002 F250 7.3 4x4. I use it mainly as an around the town vehicle. I'm interested in more power and better gas mileage.
From what I've gathered reading this thread, I can purchase a reprogrammer to accomplish this. And then, in order to be safe, I need to install an Exhaust Gas Temperature gauge. And, in order to maximize the results, a new exhaust system.
Is this accurate?
What effect does this have on the reliability/longevity of the truck? Can the drivetrain handle the increased power?
Thanks.
James
I'm new here, so sorry if these answers are somewhere else.
I just bought a 2002 F250 7.3 4x4. I use it mainly as an around the town vehicle. I'm interested in more power and better gas mileage.
From what I've gathered reading this thread, I can purchase a reprogrammer to accomplish this. And then, in order to be safe, I need to install an Exhaust Gas Temperature gauge. And, in order to maximize the results, a new exhaust system.
Is this accurate?
What effect does this have on the reliability/longevity of the truck? Can the drivetrain handle the increased power?
Thanks.
James
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1705 on a '95 F250 PSD
This forum is a great source of info! Webmaster Ken, you are one sharp dude!
I just bought a '95 F250 PSD in perfect shape with 57,000 miles. It came with a 4" turbo back exhaust system {with the non flattened down pipe 3 1/2"} uninstalled still in the box. I'll install it over the Thanksgiving holidays. I had a local shop who happens to be a very good customer of mine {I'm a Lincoln-Mercury dealer parts manager} upload the highest HP setting 1705 program a couple of days ago and it made a great difference! I wasn't sure my '95 would accept the program because the ADL plug was under the glove box RH side of the dash but it did. Truck was built 3/95. I guess I'll pay him for it now! Two questions, will I gain much from the exhaust upgrade, it has a cat convertor that won't be going back on also? The only part of the program that did not impress me was tha 1-2 shift, still mushy. Is this normal for the program and just a characteristic of E4ODs or is there something else needed?
Thanks--Eddie
I just bought a '95 F250 PSD in perfect shape with 57,000 miles. It came with a 4" turbo back exhaust system {with the non flattened down pipe 3 1/2"} uninstalled still in the box. I'll install it over the Thanksgiving holidays. I had a local shop who happens to be a very good customer of mine {I'm a Lincoln-Mercury dealer parts manager} upload the highest HP setting 1705 program a couple of days ago and it made a great difference! I wasn't sure my '95 would accept the program because the ADL plug was under the glove box RH side of the dash but it did. Truck was built 3/95. I guess I'll pay him for it now! Two questions, will I gain much from the exhaust upgrade, it has a cat convertor that won't be going back on also? The only part of the program that did not impress me was tha 1-2 shift, still mushy. Is this normal for the program and just a characteristic of E4ODs or is there something else needed?
Thanks--Eddie
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You're making me blush! 
Yeah, you really need install the exhaust system! With the 1994.5 - 1998 Powerstrokes it makes a huge difference. Not only with horsepower, but with a large drop in exhaust gas temps when using a chip. Typically, you'll see 20-25 HP and 30-35 ft/lb with an exhaust at the rear whille.
The reason for the shift is some of the older Powerstrokes have a shift valve that doesn't supply enough pressure. The tuner is programmed with this in mind. You can install a better shift valve to take care of this problem:
http://www.motorhaven.com/customer/home.php?cat=41
Yeah, you really need install the exhaust system! With the 1994.5 - 1998 Powerstrokes it makes a huge difference. Not only with horsepower, but with a large drop in exhaust gas temps when using a chip. Typically, you'll see 20-25 HP and 30-35 ft/lb with an exhaust at the rear whille.
The reason for the shift is some of the older Powerstrokes have a shift valve that doesn't supply enough pressure. The tuner is programmed with this in mind. You can install a better shift valve to take care of this problem:
http://www.motorhaven.com/customer/home.php?cat=41
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95 PSD Exhaust and 1-2 shift questions
Thanks Ken!!
I serviced the tranny today and I got a good look at why the early PSDs need the exhaust upgrade! The stock downpipe is horrible looking! There does appear to be sufficient room for a round {less restrictive} downpipe to go there too. What was Ford thinking in the 90's?? I noticed there is a heat wrap around the flat stock downpipe. Should I reuse it or put some kind of other replacement wrap on the aftermarket downpipe? I am losing the cat. convertor, so maybe heat build-up in that area won't be as bad?
I'll be ordering the firm shift powervalve as soon as I check with my boys at the shop and make sure one of them can install it for me! That long 1-2 shift flare up can't be good for the tranny I'm sure.
This truck being my first diesel sure does impress me except for the mushbox shifting and restrictive exhaust. Now that I know I can address both of those shortcomings I'll be a happy PSD owner for many years to come!
Keep up the good work and thanks again!!
I serviced the tranny today and I got a good look at why the early PSDs need the exhaust upgrade! The stock downpipe is horrible looking! There does appear to be sufficient room for a round {less restrictive} downpipe to go there too. What was Ford thinking in the 90's?? I noticed there is a heat wrap around the flat stock downpipe. Should I reuse it or put some kind of other replacement wrap on the aftermarket downpipe? I am losing the cat. convertor, so maybe heat build-up in that area won't be as bad?
I'll be ordering the firm shift powervalve as soon as I check with my boys at the shop and make sure one of them can install it for me! That long 1-2 shift flare up can't be good for the tranny I'm sure.
This truck being my first diesel sure does impress me except for the mushbox shifting and restrictive exhaust. Now that I know I can address both of those shortcomings I'll be a happy PSD owner for many years to come!
Keep up the good work and thanks again!!
