Notices
2004 - 2008 F150 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 Ford F150's with 5.4 V8, 4.6 V8 engine
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Programmer/Tuner for my 04

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Feb 18, 2016 | 12:27 PM
  #1  
FordBoyBeau's Avatar
FordBoyBeau
Thread Starter
|
5th Wheeling
Joined: Jan 2014
Posts: 45
Likes: 6
Programmer/Tuner for my 04

Got a 2004 f150 with the 5.4 with 131k on it. Still runs like the day I got it at 60k. I don't know an abundance about tuning. My question is, at what point should I get one, and which should I choose? I plan on continually upgrading the truck as funds allow. I like sports cars, however i like this truck more than sports cars... if that tells you the direction ill be taking... Should I wait to buy? I'd like to custom tune it.
 
Reply
Old Feb 18, 2016 | 07:50 PM
  #2  
srb1194's Avatar
srb1194
Tuned
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 424
Likes: 2
Originally Posted by FordBoyBeau
Got a 2004 f150 with the 5.4 with 131k on it. Still runs like the day I got it at 60k. I don't know an abundance about tuning. My question is, at what point should I get one, and which should I choose? I plan on continually upgrading the truck as funds allow. I like sports cars, however i like this truck more than sports cars... if that tells you the direction ill be taking... Should I wait to buy? I'd like to custom tune it.
I bought a tuner for mine years ago to help improve gas mileage. I've got three tunes; economy, towing and aggressive street. I've never run the street program as it was set up for 93 octane and I never purchase higher octane fuel. As I remember I picked up about 1mpg when I loaded the economy tune. I ran that for years and I know for sure it helped the mpg. I recently switched to the tow tune and like it better as it holds first gear a little longer on take off. The mpg is the same in tow or economy unless of course I'm towing. It's just in my head but I would think that it's better on the transmission with as many miles as mine has. I seem to remember that when I first installed the tune the truck no longer down shifted on grades on the interstate. It will shift down if it is a really steep grade but overall the drivability is much better than before.

At the moment I don't have the information on who made my tuner but I could find out if needed.
 
Reply
Old Feb 18, 2016 | 07:59 PM
  #3  
j mcm's Avatar
j mcm
Senior User
Joined: Jan 2014
Posts: 248
Likes: 0
From: Toledo, Ohio
For our year trucks the Edge Evo tuner is very popular.
It makes the shifts crisper, increases power and torque, many other uses, may even help the MPG.
Look for one on Craigs List, Ebay, this and or other forums used for less than $250.
 
Reply
Old Feb 18, 2016 | 10:57 PM
  #4  
FordBoyBeau's Avatar
FordBoyBeau
Thread Starter
|
5th Wheeling
Joined: Jan 2014
Posts: 45
Likes: 6
Thanks for the replies. I was looking at the sct x4. I've heard that's a very good tuner for the 5.4 ford.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Swingshiftworker
1999 - 2016 Super Duty
6
Mar 15, 2014 12:25 PM
kbutton1
Computer Chips & Tuners
4
Jul 1, 2011 10:41 PM
illini5190
Computer Chips & Tuners
7
Oct 19, 2010 11:56 AM
socalpsdowner08
Computer Chips & Tuners
8
May 18, 2010 11:30 AM
Still Smoking
2004 - 2008 F150
4
Sep 2, 2008 06:44 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:42 PM.

story-0
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalytic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-30 18:33:59


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-2
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-4
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-5
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-6
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-7
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE
story-8
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


VIEW MORE
story-9
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!

Slideshow: Everything You Need to Know about the 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-07 17:51:06


VIEW MORE