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Old Jun 24, 2014 | 01:11 PM
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Programmer question?

I am considering purchasing a programmer for my 2008 F-450. To be used mostly for driving around when i need better mileage. Power isnt a problem. I have read up on a few Bully Dog, Edge. They all look to be good unit's.

My question is. Is it safe to tap into the original program with one of these. Or should i stay away from them. And which type, and model do you recommend.

Thank you so much in advance,

Steve Tucholsky
Cleveland, Ohio
 
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Old Jun 24, 2014 | 01:13 PM
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If you have a diesel stay away from anything but the SCT..... BD will destroy your tranny.
 
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Old Jun 24, 2014 | 01:18 PM
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WOW. Thank you. The guys at summit wont fill you in on something like that. Tranny has some miles on it. And i dont want to abuse it
 
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Old Jun 24, 2014 | 06:06 PM
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And it's unlikely you'll recover the cost of the tuner with fuel savings. Plus, more power seems to make the right foot heavier also.

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