Anybody tryed the performance chips ?
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Anybody tryed the performance chips ?
I have a custom dual exhaust system and the MAF body off a 96 Aerostar on my 95, slightly bigger then the stock 95. Thinking about the performance chips ?
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Are you looking at making a hotrod out of an Aerostar?
If not, skip the chip, and put the money towards new wires, plugs, injector cleaning, O2, ect, general maintenance. You will get true power gains, help your fuel millage, and your driveline will last longer.
After that and you want more power, go for the chip, otherwise you will be beating on everything harder and it will give.
Also I don't think the '96 MAF (OBDII) will work on a '95 (OBDI) different connectors.
If not, skip the chip, and put the money towards new wires, plugs, injector cleaning, O2, ect, general maintenance. You will get true power gains, help your fuel millage, and your driveline will last longer.
After that and you want more power, go for the chip, otherwise you will be beating on everything harder and it will give.
Also I don't think the '96 MAF (OBDII) will work on a '95 (OBDI) different connectors.
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I agree. And the top power bottleneck in an Aerostar is the exhaust system. Any questions as to why the 4.0 (30% larger displacement) has only 10 more HP than the 3.0? Sure the 4.0 is torquey, but you don't need airflow to produce torque. Take that exhuast out to at least 2 1/4 but not larger than 2 3/4. Beyond that, your fuel economy will not improve and your torque may actually drop, though high end power would still increase. I recommend 2 1/2 for both the 3.0 and the 4.0.
Also some of the '95s may be OBD-II, but the stock MAF is actually plenty large enough for an engine of that size. I wouldn't botherr enlargeing it untill the exhaust had been enlarged first.
Also some of the '95s may be OBD-II, but the stock MAF is actually plenty large enough for an engine of that size. I wouldn't botherr enlargeing it untill the exhaust had been enlarged first.
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I removed the obd II MAF sensor and replaced it with the obd I sensor on the newer body its about 30% larger but can't tell any difference. I have new Motorcraft PP plugs, new wires,and 15" wheels 235/60-15.Might be the reason for the bad gas mileage. I only get 14 mpg. I have a custom exhaust system with free flow mufflers.
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Remove the air stock air filter cover and remove the restricter from the inlet of the air cleaner box. Its the plastic thing at the front of the air cleaner box, and it restricts the airflow a bunch! I have had mine removed for 2 years and have a boost in HP and better MPG as well. Make a bit more noise when you have your foot in it, but thats tolerable.
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I think this guys gonna like the sound. I did also remove the resonator. Be advised, that installing too large an intake can also detrimentally affect the fuel economy and torque. The stock air tube is large enough, but the intake resonator is very restrictive.
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Originally Posted by B-Aerostar
PP are the double platinum
Thank You, B-Aero. I thought it was probably the double platinums. Have you seem those new Autolite platinums advertised in recent auto magazines? Autolite XP Plugs, Xtreme Performance TM ? www.autolite.com I wonder if this plug is used on new Fords being built, as a Motorcraft plug and part number?
(These XP Autolites, have a irudium-enhanced, .6mm finewire tip, as stated in their ad.)
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As to performance chips, get a more expensive adjustable one. Preferably Superchips or Diablosport. I have tried the cheaper ones, and the do provide some benefit to a stock engine, but just kinda fizzle ot as you add upgrades.
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I did
I have a Superchip in my 94 Aerostar Sport XL. I paid around $284, It's how do you say.... "It's MEAN". (only problem is 91-93 octane required) But nice way to upgrade the van serious, especially helps out with the a/c on accelaration is better then stock. Right now I'm running a set up of.....
K&N Drop-In **
Stock MAF Mod **
Superchip Module***
Accel Ignition Module *
MSD 6AL ** (HigH End Helper)
MSD Superconductors **
Boush Plat (+2) Plugs *
TFI Blaster Coil *
Ported Heads ***
Flex-a-Lite 150 Electric Fan * (MeaN Cooling, Saved My Life Twice!)
Stock Exhaust (Probably Should Change)
Mustang GT Rims 16.4
Dual A/C R-134a
Performance Radiator (Nice With Flex-a-lite)
Believe, this van can keep up with a Audi TT 1.8T 5-Speed & Integra 1.8 Turbo (Greddy sucks) Automatic
But ya, get a chip if you want 14 extra HP / 19TQ @ 2800RPM
By the Way Superchips will Max out @ 128MPH probably for Safe reasons
or trans failure reason
but its funny to see people trip out thinking im going to loose power at 80MPH lolololol (priceless)
K&N Drop-In **
Stock MAF Mod **
Superchip Module***
Accel Ignition Module *
MSD 6AL ** (HigH End Helper)
MSD Superconductors **
Boush Plat (+2) Plugs *
TFI Blaster Coil *
Ported Heads ***
Flex-a-Lite 150 Electric Fan * (MeaN Cooling, Saved My Life Twice!)
Stock Exhaust (Probably Should Change)
Mustang GT Rims 16.4
Dual A/C R-134a
Performance Radiator (Nice With Flex-a-lite)
Believe, this van can keep up with a Audi TT 1.8T 5-Speed & Integra 1.8 Turbo (Greddy sucks) Automatic
But ya, get a chip if you want 14 extra HP / 19TQ @ 2800RPM
By the Way Superchips will Max out @ 128MPH probably for Safe reasons
or trans failure reason
but its funny to see people trip out thinking im going to loose power at 80MPH lolololol (priceless)
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I've gotta question for you guys...I've found a pretty good deal on a superchips performance chip @ $227. It says its a "plug and play" installation. Actually what it says is, " Flash Module, Blue Unprogrammed, HP Increase +15 hp, Torque Increase +22ft/lb, Simple Plug And Play Installation, Installs In Less Than 30 Minutes, Delivers Maximum Horsepower And Torque Increases, Requires Computer Code To Process Order, Is Always 4 Digits, Either CCA1, MER3 Or XLE4. Performance Chip"
Is the "plug and play" part accurate? I mean, I have an OBD II scanner, but not a power programmer. How difficult is it to install? Whats with the statement about requiring a 'computer code to process order'? Is that to purchase the item or is that part of the programming? What the heck is CCA1, MER3, Or XLE4?
Is the chip gonna help me? Where do you see the power improvements with the chip...low end, mid range, or high end RPM? I'm just beginning to modify my 3.0L Ranger , have redone the air intake with great results, and am getting ready to redo the exhaust, but am not sure whether to make many other mods. I've replaced all the regular maintainence sensors and such. So, will the performance chip benefit me? Thanks for your imput in advance.
Is the "plug and play" part accurate? I mean, I have an OBD II scanner, but not a power programmer. How difficult is it to install? Whats with the statement about requiring a 'computer code to process order'? Is that to purchase the item or is that part of the programming? What the heck is CCA1, MER3, Or XLE4?
Is the chip gonna help me? Where do you see the power improvements with the chip...low end, mid range, or high end RPM? I'm just beginning to modify my 3.0L Ranger , have redone the air intake with great results, and am getting ready to redo the exhaust, but am not sure whether to make many other mods. I've replaced all the regular maintainence sensors and such. So, will the performance chip benefit me? Thanks for your imput in advance.
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That's really not a deal, you can get a 2 position Diablo chip (instead of the 1 position Superchips) for about $20 less through www.motorhaven.com. Plus the Diablo is a 4-bank chip that doesn't suffer from the no-start problems you'll get should a dealer ever reflash the computer.
Yes, it will help with the Ranger. We run one on the shop truck which is 2000 Ranger with a 3.0. It will help more than your other mods... Fairly simple install on the Ranger, about 15-20 minutes but its not plug-and-play as you have to buff off the coating on a connector prior to putting the chip in.
Yes, it will help with the Ranger. We run one on the shop truck which is 2000 Ranger with a 3.0. It will help more than your other mods... Fairly simple install on the Ranger, about 15-20 minutes but its not plug-and-play as you have to buff off the coating on a connector prior to putting the chip in.
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ok, so Diable for $20 less and its 2 position chip...by the way, whats 2 position mean? As I said, I'm just learning about the chips. Anyway, its not a plug-n-play, you have to buff off the onnector...what exactly do you mean? Obviously it coated with something, but whats the deal and the process here? Beyond that, is it plug-n-play? Thanks for your input.
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on an OBDII controlled engine, more horsepower = less gas mileage. one cannot change the laws of physics and thermodynamics of air/fuel combustion
the lower end and the heads of the 3 and 4L Ferds are not designed for high horsepower output and the heat/stress produced.
the lower end and the heads of the 3 and 4L Ferds are not designed for high horsepower output and the heat/stress produced.