Superchips 6.0 Microtuner Thread
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Originally Posted by gonnasellit_temp
I just got my tuner back from Superchips this morning after returning it for the harsh shifting update in Economy mode. Shifting is now great and power band seems to be exactly as it was with the original SCMT tune in economy mode. After a short (22 mile) trip to town and back I can already see an improvement in economy compared to the original SCMT tune according to the overhead. Driveability is awesome. My truck - 03/03 build F250 King Ranch 4X4, November flash. LOVE my SCMT and PSD!
I'm glad you like it =o)
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Originally Posted by tim brown
Well I got my scmt today and to be honest am a little disapointed.Even on performance tuning does not feel like 150 ponies.Really does not feel as much hp gain as my 1705 I have installed on a 7.3 .Could it be I dont have the latest flash, and not be getting full power.I thought I read where the latest flash you would lose tow-haul mode ,and mine still works fine.By the way truck is 03 f-350,05-03 build.It has been flashed once when i dropped injector at 2500 miles.dont remember date . I now have 40k miles no other problems except sometimes eratic idle after getting warmed up.
The 1704 trucks are definitely outperforming the 7.3's with the 1705....the 6.0 just makes more power.
Set your truck to stock, make sure you have the latest flash, then reinstall.
If you still have an issue, call superchips for an RA number so I can look at your files.
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Originally Posted by PSD 60L Fx4
Vic...ive had my tuner for about 2 months now. Im getting a new motor within the week, and it will probably have an updated 04 flash according to some things ive read here. Am I going to need to send it back to Superchips for an update?
Allow them do do their work, then reinstall the tuner when they are done.
If it does not recognize the new files, it will prompt you for an update.
Do not send it in for an update unless or until this happens because the tuner reads the files that are necessary to update the tuner.
Basically, if Ford gives you a brand new program that isn't part of the tuning database, the tuner will see this and prompt "call Superchips, nees update" ad save the new stock files within itself so they can be tuned and tested.
If they use an existng recognized fle, the tuner will see this and tune accordingly.
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Originally Posted by txamag
I have an 03 PSD. I am considering whether to go with the Sperchips or the Diablo. I am mostly interested in mileage, but do two a 3500lb. boat. I usually run about 80 mph when pulling my boat. I will not be running an EGT guage. Will I have anything to worry about with either of these tuners. I am leaning toward the Superchips, becasue of the presence, and effort, of Vic on here.
Thanks
Thanks
kidding....
Take a consensus from several sources (make sure they aren't partial) on who is getting the best mileage, best shifting, least problems, etc..
Make your own decision.
...Or your could buy both and send back the one you don't want.
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Originally Posted by txamag
are there any guages out there that are not so obtrusive. I like the stock look, and do not want to put anything on the pillar.
THanks,
THanks,
They have a plate that you can mount under the dash to the right of the drivers right leg. It wil hold 2 or 3 2 1/6" gauges.
I believe the Superchips tune has the lowest EGT's, acording to what I have tested and although gauges are not required I personally think no turbo diesel (stock or modified) should be without gauges.
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Originally Posted by gonnasellit_temp
I just got my tuner back from Superchips this morning after returning it for the harsh shifting update in Economy mode. Shifting is now great and power band seems to be exactly as it was with the original SCMT tune in economy mode. After a short (22 mile) trip to town and back I can already see an improvement in economy compared to the original SCMT tune according to the overhead. Driveability is awesome. My truck - 03/03 build F250 King Ranch 4X4, November flash. LOVE my SCMT and PSD!
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Thanks ,Vic but I realized where all the hp is.If you just drive normal or get on the thottle a little its not that much,but if you really get on it ,oh yeah the power is there even in economy mode. I guess thats what is called driveability.
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Hmmmmmmmmm--seems to be some disagreement between the Diablo guys and the Superchips guys about EGT's and horsepower. Was wondering why Bob and Tim L and Vic don't get together and see if we could come up with some kind of consensus about the whole deal. I've done lots of reading and personally bought the Predator because of the updatability of it and I'm sure the SCMT produces that bonechilling rush also, but does anyone have any "on paper" facts about the whole deal??? Not wanting to open a can of worms, but I haven't seen hard evidence on either YET!!! Can we get somekind of head to head???
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Originally Posted by supernewguy
Thanks for the reply. Any differences in EGTs?
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Originally Posted by jgorski1
I am trying to install the superchip 1704 on my 03 6.0L excursion. I am getting an error code E-5F? Does anyone know what this is? Superchip customer service is closed..HELP!
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Originally Posted by tim brown
Thanks ,Vic but I realized where all the hp is.If you just drive normal or get on the thottle a little its not that much,but if you really get on it ,oh yeah the power is there even in economy mode. I guess thats what is called driveability.
The throttle is definitely snappier than stock all throughout, but the big power it past 1/2 throttle.
You should see BIG performance gains with sizeable mileage gains. It's a huge bonus to get these two together.
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Well, for those of you that are waiting to see what the results were before sending in your 1704 for the update, Do it!
Vic, great job! shifts like stock in the lower rpms! What a difference! I really never knew how much power this thing gave my truck. When I first got the tuner and installed it, I wasn't "super" impressed, but after driving 4 weeks stock (waiting for the update) you can really notice the power difference. After installing it after the update, I was "SUPER" impressed. Vic hit the nail on the head. Drivability is awesome and IMO should be the most important factor when considering a tuner purchase. The SCMT puts out PLENTY of power. Sure it may not put it out in the lower rpms like some others, but who would want to lay patches from stop light to stop light? If you punch it the power is there and is VERY noticable, exactly where it should be IMO. I would bet that the SCMT is better for your engine than some others due to the drivability factor and the power band.
Vic, great job! shifts like stock in the lower rpms! What a difference! I really never knew how much power this thing gave my truck. When I first got the tuner and installed it, I wasn't "super" impressed, but after driving 4 weeks stock (waiting for the update) you can really notice the power difference. After installing it after the update, I was "SUPER" impressed. Vic hit the nail on the head. Drivability is awesome and IMO should be the most important factor when considering a tuner purchase. The SCMT puts out PLENTY of power. Sure it may not put it out in the lower rpms like some others, but who would want to lay patches from stop light to stop light? If you punch it the power is there and is VERY noticable, exactly where it should be IMO. I would bet that the SCMT is better for your engine than some others due to the drivability factor and the power band.
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Originally Posted by supernewguy
Well, for those of you that are waiting to see what the results were before sending in your 1704 for the update, Do it!
Vic, great job! shifts like stock in the lower rpms! What a difference! I really never knew how much power this thing gave my truck. When I first got the tuner and installed it, I wasn't "super" impressed, but after driving 4 weeks stock (waiting for the update) you can really notice the power difference. After installing it after the update, I was "SUPER" impressed. Vic hit the nail on the head. Drivability is awesome and IMO should be the most important factor when considering a tuner purchase. The SCMT puts out PLENTY of power. Sure it may not put it out in the lower rpms like some others, but who would want to lay patches from stop light to stop light? If you punch it the power is there and is VERY noticable, exactly where it should be IMO. I would bet that the SCMT is better for your engine than some others due to the drivability factor and the power band.
Vic, great job! shifts like stock in the lower rpms! What a difference! I really never knew how much power this thing gave my truck. When I first got the tuner and installed it, I wasn't "super" impressed, but after driving 4 weeks stock (waiting for the update) you can really notice the power difference. After installing it after the update, I was "SUPER" impressed. Vic hit the nail on the head. Drivability is awesome and IMO should be the most important factor when considering a tuner purchase. The SCMT puts out PLENTY of power. Sure it may not put it out in the lower rpms like some others, but who would want to lay patches from stop light to stop light? If you punch it the power is there and is VERY noticable, exactly where it should be IMO. I would bet that the SCMT is better for your engine than some others due to the drivability factor and the power band.
There were some isolated codes where a few people had some isolated issues and it came down to preference.
I PERSONALLY, like it better the other way. I prefer a higher part throttle shift....but that's me.
Also, your truck should lay serious patches form stoplight to stoplight with the PERF file installed.
Most of the trucks are leaving 20ft marks just my snapping the throttle from avery slow roll and if you use just a LITTLE bit of brake you can turn it into an 80' burnout =o)
Even the dualies are roasting tires!
You would NEVER do that sort of thing on the street, or course =o)