Transcommand VS. Superchip for the tranny shift fix
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Transcommand VS. Superchip for the tranny shift fix
I'm looking to fix my crappy shifting SD (V-10, Auto, 3.73LS).
As I understand the Transcommand it raises the line preasure in the transmission providing firmer underload like shifts.
As I understand the Superchip it re-programs the shifting pattern. Does it correct the actual shift problem Ford created in the original programming?
Looking for recommendations or help.
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Thanks,
Will
2000 F-250 SD Crew Cab, Short Bed, Lariat, 4X2, V-10, Auto, 3.73LS
As I understand the Transcommand it raises the line preasure in the transmission providing firmer underload like shifts.
As I understand the Superchip it re-programs the shifting pattern. Does it correct the actual shift problem Ford created in the original programming?
Looking for recommendations or help.
------------------
Thanks,
Will
2000 F-250 SD Crew Cab, Short Bed, Lariat, 4X2, V-10, Auto, 3.73LS
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Transcommand VS. Superchip for the tranny shift fix
>I'm looking to fix my crappy shifting
>SD (V-10, Auto, 3.73LS).
>As I understand the Transcommand it raises
>the line preasure in the transmission
>providing firmer underload like shifts.
>As I understand the Superchip it re-programs
>the shifting pattern. Does it
>correct the actual shift problem Ford
>created in the original programming?
>Looking for recommendations or help.
>------------------ Thanks, Will
>2000 F-250 SD Crew Cab, Short Bed,
>Lariat, 4X2, V-10, Auto, 3.73LS
Well, Will, when you say "the actual shift problem Ford created in the original programming", I'm guessing that you're referring to the slow, super-soft upshifts. Am I correct?
I've had the Superchip on my '99 F-250 LWB, SD 3.73LS SC V-10 Lariat for over 20,000 miles now, and I'm completely satisfied with it. The shifts are very firm, but not harsh, and seem to be what Ford should have designed into the truck.
Don't forget that the Superchip reprograms the powertrain control module, not just the tranny, so you can expect a little extra punch from the engine, as well. The timing changes require that you switch to premium gasoline, but the gas mileage is essentially unaffected. The net effect is that you pay a little more at the pump for the performance increase.
Hope this helps you decide.
Tom
>SD (V-10, Auto, 3.73LS).
>As I understand the Transcommand it raises
>the line preasure in the transmission
>providing firmer underload like shifts.
>As I understand the Superchip it re-programs
>the shifting pattern. Does it
>correct the actual shift problem Ford
>created in the original programming?
>Looking for recommendations or help.
>------------------ Thanks, Will
>2000 F-250 SD Crew Cab, Short Bed,
>Lariat, 4X2, V-10, Auto, 3.73LS
Well, Will, when you say "the actual shift problem Ford created in the original programming", I'm guessing that you're referring to the slow, super-soft upshifts. Am I correct?
I've had the Superchip on my '99 F-250 LWB, SD 3.73LS SC V-10 Lariat for over 20,000 miles now, and I'm completely satisfied with it. The shifts are very firm, but not harsh, and seem to be what Ford should have designed into the truck.
Don't forget that the Superchip reprograms the powertrain control module, not just the tranny, so you can expect a little extra punch from the engine, as well. The timing changes require that you switch to premium gasoline, but the gas mileage is essentially unaffected. The net effect is that you pay a little more at the pump for the performance increase.
Hope this helps you decide.
Tom
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Transcommand VS. Superchip for the tranny shift fix
I put a Banks unit on my 99 350 4x4 ccab v10 and like it a lot. The shifts are firmer and faster but not so hard that you think things are going to come apart. If you really have your foot in it or a large load the shift can be quite pronounced. I don't know how this compares to any of the computer control chips out there but I didn't want to make any changes to the timing or fuel settings and the chips all do that. Nothing wrong with this, I just wanted to gain some performance on the exhaust system side instead.
