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Old Jul 13, 2006 | 07:39 PM
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CHIP/PROGRAMER Which one?

I am going to get a chip for my SD (see sig) between the SCT & the Predator which one would you get and why?
My truck is mostly just for pleasure but I will tow a Bobcat/Excavator occasionally around town.
 
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Old Jul 16, 2006 | 12:41 AM
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Based on what I have learned here at FTE, I would have to lean towards the SCT flash device.

From what I have read and heard from friends, the Predator is good, but would give more check engine lights. Also the tranny shift firmness was harsh...and not always constant.

The SCT...I have heard nothing but good remarks. Three different tune settings: Better fuel economy mode; Towing mode; and HIGH HP mode.

Hope this helps some...

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Old Jul 18, 2006 | 01:07 PM
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custom tuned sctexcalibrater2 all the way.and onlybecause it's made andset for you and your truck.
if you want a ready set get the sct 9415b 31 hp and 31 foot pounds
 
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Old Jul 19, 2006 | 08:12 PM
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custom tuned sctexcalibrater2 all the way.and onlybecause it's made andset for you and your truck.
if you want a ready set get the sct 9415b 31 hp and 31 foot pounds
How do I get the custom tuned SCT captchas? Do I have to go to a local dealer for it? Does my truck have to be dyno'ed?
Also, will the SCT recalibrate my speedo as I have 33" tires and I am over about 2 mph.
 
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Old Jul 19, 2006 | 08:36 PM
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captchas,
Are you talking about the Mike Troyer custom tuned Xcal2?
 
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Old Jul 19, 2006 | 08:39 PM
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I've tried HT......it stunk....and switched to the SCT and was very happy especially with the towing feature & better shifting.
 
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Old Jul 20, 2006 | 03:37 PM
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Originally Posted by plumbergeek
How do I get the custom tuned SCT captchas? Do I have to go to a local dealer for it? Does my truck have to be dyno'ed?
Also, will the SCT recalibrate my speedo as I have 33" tires and I am over about 2 mph.
check out sct's web site and type in your zip code for a dealer close to your home to work with. that seems to be the best for all around i also see your from ga so down there i would contact this web sites owner motor heaven and let the ken or the gang custom tune you up one
 
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Old Jul 20, 2006 | 03:41 PM
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captchas,
Are you talking about the Mike Troyer custom tuned Xcal2?
no the sct preflash tuner the 9415 a and b series for your truck or car. for a good look at what imean look in www.sctflash.com the a and b are preprogramed units right from sct and hp /torque gains varie by car or truck and motor
 
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Old Jul 21, 2006 | 02:06 AM
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captchas-what happens with the warranty when you put one of these programers on?by the way,my truck looks EXACTLY like yours except its a f350 and has the 18" wheels.
 
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Old Jul 23, 2006 | 04:57 AM
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the nice part of sct is that it stores your factory flash in the devise along with your vin number. so any time you wish, you can return it to stock. not like a few others . as far as warrenty there are consumer laws on your side even though many dealers are super bad news about some mods we do to our rides.

as far as warrenty work i just reflash to stock a few days before i go in and have not had any problems so far, but then i have a great dealer owner and his super great service manager that i deal with directly.

the sct flash for ford has proven the best all around for the ford cars and trucks that we use . even though we do use the others when a customer makes such a requast.

please do not get super chips and sct mixed up they are 2 different companys with almost like names .
 
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Old Jul 23, 2006 | 11:18 AM
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so,they know about the tuner and don't make issue of it for warranty work,or theycan't tell the truck ever had one because you returned it to stocktune before going in for warranty work?is mbrp the brand of exhaust you are getting?where can i find some info about this company .i'd like to free mine up a little,but not at the cost of it sounding like a rice fart car.

edit-found mbrp-looks like real nice stuff.would be interested in what it sounds like.
 

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