Superchips 6.0 Microtuner Thread
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From: Lake Mary, FL
Originally Posted by PSD 60L Fx4
While I too would prefer hard shifts all the time, the way the newest 1704 calibration is set up, is great. The SCT I am presently running and the 1704's shifting feel just nearly identical.
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Chris from SCT and I shared feedback and it worked out well.
We've all spent a lot of time refining our individual programs since then.
Originally Posted by PSD 60L Fx4
The only aspect of the SCT program I am running right now that feels a little funny is the torque converter lockup scheduling- I think I prefer the 1704's scheduling better.
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Originally Posted by PSD 60L Fx4
Vic, are there any plans to release a more powerful HP tune for the 1704 in the future?
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I can't say...
On a stock (or near stock) truck, I like it safe how it is =o)
Originally Posted by PSD 60L Fx4
BTW, Vic, would you mind if I shot a couple tuning questions to your email? I will have a RacerPro package as of this week, and just had a few specific questions that you might be able to answer...
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Originally Posted by Daryl Hunter
This brings up a related question. At some point in the not too distant future I'll bring my truck in for service at the 30,000 mile mark and have the tranny service done and so on. I'll also see if the latest flash for the '03 is also for CA models. If so, I'll have them flash the truck.
Then most likely I'll need to have my tuner sent back to have the program updated for the new flash version.
When this is done will it have the newer softer part throttle shifts or will the shifts still be the same as before?
I don't mind (and kind of like) the firm shifts but like MX Racer I sometimes hear my wife fuss a bit.
Then most likely I'll need to have my tuner sent back to have the program updated for the new flash version.
When this is done will it have the newer softer part throttle shifts or will the shifts still be the same as before?
I don't mind (and kind of like) the firm shifts but like MX Racer I sometimes hear my wife fuss a bit.
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Vic, are you saying that if I called and got an RA, I could send my tuner back for updates and the part throttle shift would be softer?
I love the way it shifts at WOT, I would not want that to change at all.
I love the way it shifts at WOT, I would not want that to change at all.
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Originally Posted by Brian460
Vic, are you saying that if I called and got an RA, I could send my tuner back for updates and the part throttle shift would be softer?
I love the way it shifts at WOT, I would not want that to change at all.
I love the way it shifts at WOT, I would not want that to change at all.
Only light throttle would change.
Only get an RA if you think the light throttle shifting is too firm...that is the only change...
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Originally Posted by dbross
I need some good advice on how many miles i should have on my 2005 before i get scmt, now have 500 miles. I will be towing 10,000 tag on mild hills. Is scmt 1704-A the right choice? thanks
Honestly, I had it in trucks with less than 100 miles on them.
As long as you follow the proper break-in prcedure, it doesn't matter if it's tuned or not...
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New Selling Point for the 1704!!
Hi All!
Just wanted to share an entirely new sales point in the SCMT's favor!
We all know that the product kicks butt!
We all know that it's guaranteed to produce miles of smiles!!
We all know that the fun factor of our trucks increases dramatically!!!
...and some of us know that the fuel mileage goes up too,
BUT
I just discovered a new and very practical use for the SCMT.
First a quick background ... I live in a part of the country (suburban Chicago area) that has a big "Canada Geese" problem ... the geese have discovered that they don't have to migrate south, because despite the cold and snow living is good around here ... so we suffer an overpopulation of irritating and VERY messy geese. Not only do they have little fear of people, but they pretty much ignore cars and trucks, even when they're right in the path of a moving vehicle -- stuuupid!!
Here's where the SCMT comes in very handy!
Two days ago I needed to "encourage" a small flock to vacate my property ... when they ignored the big loud diesel coming up the driveway I tried a new tactic.
I backed the truck up so that the flock was to my right, put it in neutral, and stomped on the accelerator a few times (in HP tune).
Well, what do you know? Geese are still deathly afraid of the big black plume of smoke that was advancing toward them!!!!!!!!!!! They took flight and I haven't seen them since -- Hahahahahahahaha!!
One of my neighbors was driving by when I did this ... you should have seen the look of glee on her face!!
Anyway, Vic, add "effective goose deterrent" to the long list of wonderful reasons to own a SCMT!!
Steve
Just wanted to share an entirely new sales point in the SCMT's favor!
We all know that the product kicks butt!
We all know that it's guaranteed to produce miles of smiles!!
We all know that the fun factor of our trucks increases dramatically!!!
...and some of us know that the fuel mileage goes up too,
BUT
I just discovered a new and very practical use for the SCMT.
First a quick background ... I live in a part of the country (suburban Chicago area) that has a big "Canada Geese" problem ... the geese have discovered that they don't have to migrate south, because despite the cold and snow living is good around here ... so we suffer an overpopulation of irritating and VERY messy geese. Not only do they have little fear of people, but they pretty much ignore cars and trucks, even when they're right in the path of a moving vehicle -- stuuupid!!
Here's where the SCMT comes in very handy!
Two days ago I needed to "encourage" a small flock to vacate my property ... when they ignored the big loud diesel coming up the driveway I tried a new tactic.
I backed the truck up so that the flock was to my right, put it in neutral, and stomped on the accelerator a few times (in HP tune).
Well, what do you know? Geese are still deathly afraid of the big black plume of smoke that was advancing toward them!!!!!!!!!!! They took flight and I haven't seen them since -- Hahahahahahahaha!!
One of my neighbors was driving by when I did this ... you should have seen the look of glee on her face!!
Anyway, Vic, add "effective goose deterrent" to the long list of wonderful reasons to own a SCMT!!
Steve
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From: Lake Mary, FL
Originally Posted by Planecrazy
Hi All!
Just wanted to share an entirely new sales point in the SCMT's favor!
We all know that the product kicks butt!
We all know that it's guaranteed to produce miles of smiles!!
We all know that the fun factor of our trucks increases dramatically!!!
...and some of us know that the fuel mileage goes up too,
BUT
I just discovered a new and very practical use for the SCMT.
First a quick background ... I live in a part of the country (suburban Chicago area) that has a big "Canada Geese" problem ... the geese have discovered that they don't have to migrate south, because despite the cold and snow living is good around here ... so we suffer an overpopulation of irritating and VERY messy geese. Not only do they have little fear of people, but they pretty much ignore cars and trucks, even when they're right in the path of a moving vehicle -- stuuupid!!
Here's where the SCMT comes in very handy!
Two days ago I needed to "encourage" a small flock to vacate my property ... when they ignored the big loud diesel coming up the driveway I tried a new tactic.
I backed the truck up so that the flock was to my right, put it in neutral, and stomped on the accelerator a few times (in HP tune).
Well, what do you know? Geese are still deathly afraid of the big black plume of smoke that was advancing toward them!!!!!!!!!!! They took flight and I haven't seen them since -- Hahahahahahahaha!!
One of my neighbors was driving by when I did this ... you should have seen the look of glee on her face!!
Anyway, Vic, add "effective goose deterrent" to the long list of wonderful reasons to own a SCMT!!
Steve
Just wanted to share an entirely new sales point in the SCMT's favor!
We all know that the product kicks butt!
We all know that it's guaranteed to produce miles of smiles!!
We all know that the fun factor of our trucks increases dramatically!!!
...and some of us know that the fuel mileage goes up too,
BUT
I just discovered a new and very practical use for the SCMT.
First a quick background ... I live in a part of the country (suburban Chicago area) that has a big "Canada Geese" problem ... the geese have discovered that they don't have to migrate south, because despite the cold and snow living is good around here ... so we suffer an overpopulation of irritating and VERY messy geese. Not only do they have little fear of people, but they pretty much ignore cars and trucks, even when they're right in the path of a moving vehicle -- stuuupid!!
Here's where the SCMT comes in very handy!
Two days ago I needed to "encourage" a small flock to vacate my property ... when they ignored the big loud diesel coming up the driveway I tried a new tactic.
I backed the truck up so that the flock was to my right, put it in neutral, and stomped on the accelerator a few times (in HP tune).
Well, what do you know? Geese are still deathly afraid of the big black plume of smoke that was advancing toward them!!!!!!!!!!! They took flight and I haven't seen them since -- Hahahahahahahaha!!
One of my neighbors was driving by when I did this ... you should have seen the look of glee on her face!!
Anyway, Vic, add "effective goose deterrent" to the long list of wonderful reasons to own a SCMT!!
Steve
Of course, you gotta be in PERF mode for the smoke.
If I end up with geese in my Florida backyard I'm coming after you!
I'll have to use tire smoke, or take an R&D diesel home and throw a very very special "cropduster" file in it =o)
If you only knew how much smoke they can *really* make if you force them to =o)
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Originally Posted by Vic_Ferrari
That's really funny.
Of course, you gotta be in PERF mode for the smoke.
If I end up with geese in my Florida backyard I'm coming after you!
I'll have to use tire smoke, or take an R&D diesel home and throw a very very special "cropduster" file in it =o)
If you only knew how much smoke they can *really* make if you force them to =o)
Of course, you gotta be in PERF mode for the smoke.
If I end up with geese in my Florida backyard I'm coming after you!
I'll have to use tire smoke, or take an R&D diesel home and throw a very very special "cropduster" file in it =o)
If you only knew how much smoke they can *really* make if you force them to =o)
I'm guessing you have one just for that? Lol
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Originally Posted by Vic_Ferrari
That's really funny.
Of course, you gotta be in PERF mode for the smoke.
If I end up with geese in my Florida backyard I'm coming after you!
I'll have to use tire smoke, or take an R&D diesel home and throw a very very special "cropduster" file in it =o)
If you only knew how much smoke they can *really* make if you force them to =o)
Of course, you gotta be in PERF mode for the smoke.
If I end up with geese in my Florida backyard I'm coming after you!
I'll have to use tire smoke, or take an R&D diesel home and throw a very very special "cropduster" file in it =o)
If you only knew how much smoke they can *really* make if you force them to =o)
You Florida folk should be used to the migrating birds already ... that's where they belong this time of year!! 
Enjoy!
Steve
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From: north louisiana
Hey planecrazy. I got a great deterrent in my 6.0, a Winchester Super X2 auto, and I got to go goose hunting for the first time last year. But because of the time of season or something, Canada geese were off limits in South La. You got one problem I would love to help you solve. By the way, what do you fly? I have a little bit of fixed wing time myself, but mostly jumping out of them.
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I have heard of people sending their tuner back because of shifting firmness problems (basically to hard for their liking). I was wondering if anyone has had this done and if they regret doing this because of performance loss? Thanks
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Originally Posted by guydiver12
Hey planecrazy. I got a great deterrent in my 6.0, a Winchester Super X2 auto, and I got to go goose hunting for the first time last year. But because of the time of season or something, Canada geese were off limits in South La. You got one problem I would love to help you solve. By the way, what do you fly? I have a little bit of fixed wing time myself, but mostly jumping out of them.
I haven't flown in many years, but I'm rated on Piper Warriors and Archers -- haven't taken the time to jump out of a perfectly good one ... yet!
Steve