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Old Mar 8, 2023 | 07:50 AM
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Tuning/chip question

So I have a TS6 chip on my truck right now and I have no info as to what each tune is and I just don’t really like the idea of the TS6 and I’ve been thinking about getting a Hydra, my question is do I have to get my PCM flashed or do I just unplug the TS6 and plug in the Hydra?
 
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Old Mar 8, 2023 | 08:15 AM
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Unplug TS6 and plug in Hydra. Make sure there is no silicon between the contacts of the J3 port.
 
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Old Mar 8, 2023 | 08:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Bitterroot Diesel
Unplug TS6 and plug in Hydra. Make sure there is no silicon between the contacts of the J3 port.
Ok thanks!
 
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Old Mar 8, 2023 | 01:41 PM
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The silicon between the contacts is usually missed, so even if it looks ok put a pick to it and report back.
 
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Old Mar 8, 2023 | 04:09 PM
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Very easy swap. Remove old, install new.
depending on the switch you currently have, the mounting will be different so plan out your mounting location appropriately.
 
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Old Mar 8, 2023 | 04:31 PM
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As noted above basically unplug, clean J3 port (that’s what I’d do), typically I use a very small sharp flat screw driver to scrap the clear plastic coating off the board and between contacts. I split the pcm case to do this. Also it’s wise to get the longer programming cable then you don’t have to remove Hydra to update programs or make changes. I use Gorilla tape to tape up the open port where cable and chip sits to keep keerap and secure chip in place. Lastly I’ve used a number of programmers over the years and Jelibuilt tunes work really well in my trucks. Excellent peddle feel, nice lineal input feel, great idle and zippy files too!
cheers,
j
 
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