View Poll Results: Why did you choose a programmer over a chip.

Worried about warranty issues/Return to stock option.

22.22%

Got the programmer because it has gauges included.

Programmer was easier to install.

66.67%

What's a chip?

11.11%

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Questions for those with 7.3L programmers.

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Jul 9, 2005 | 11:24 PM

kwazyca

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Questions for those with 7.3L programmers.

Hey folks,

I am new here, but one thing that really strikes me is the incredible amount of programmed trucks vs chipped trucks. Keep in mind I am talking 7.3 PSD's. I know the 6.0's see much more improvement from programmers than 7.3's. I frequent many diesel forums (mostly Ford) and I have talked with way more people running chips than programmers. So this site has my curiosity going.

I am wondering for what reason you chose a programmer over a chip.

Thanks for the feedback,

Tom

P.S. I am not looking to buy a programmer. I am very happy with my custom 6 pos. chip

. I am just wondering.

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Jul 9, 2005 | 11:50 PM

wlihntr

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i wouldnt change my 4 pos. flip chip for a programmer in a million years. i can do instintaniously what it takes 5-7 minutes to do with a programmer

Jul 10, 2005 | 12:01 AM

DavidT.

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Well, I got the Diablosport Programmer because I got a killer deal for it. However, if I did any serious hauling I'd definantly go with a multi-position chip. Especially one from Jody Tipton.

Jul 10, 2005 | 12:16 AM

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I liked the idea of a switchable chip, but I really didn't want to be so easily tempted to "up the ante", plus I am not the only person to drive my truck,(my wife drives it alot). I KNOW she would be flipping to the kill setting every time she saw a ricer. ;D

I also liked the code reader/ability to clear codes with my Predator.

Jul 10, 2005 | 12:34 AM

kwazyca

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Originally Posted by digracer

I forgot about the code reader option. I will see if I can add it to the poll.

Thanks,

Tom

On Edit: I cannot seem to add it now. Mods if you read this, please let me know how to add it. Thanks

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Jul 10, 2005 | 03:16 PM

kwazyca

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Jul 10, 2005 | 03:42 PM

johnny8

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i got the predator tuner for a few reasons:

1: the code read/clear ability
2: the ease of installation
3: i can reset to stock easilly if needed
4: i don't have all the mods on my truck yet and when i get a chip i want it set up for the EXACT package that i have in my truck... whatever that ends up being
5: until i DO get all the mods on my truck and get it just the way i want it, i still want to be able to dial in some extra power for dailly driving and for towing and i liked the setup on the predator... i was intrigued by the edge juice w/attitude, but i prefer analog gauges that you can "read at a glance" as opposed to numerical values that you really do have to read... by that i mean, if you know your max line on your pyro gauge is 1200* and that is at 3 o'clock on your gauge, then you only need to glance at the gauge to see if you are ok or you're getting close to that redline... just personal preference...