Hypertech or Jet tuner???
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Hypertech or Jet tuner???
I can't decide what tuner to buy.
I have an E-350, 7.3L 2001, and not many people make a tuner for my van. I have found these two brands that have them. Jet seems to have more options available for my van but I can't find many people who have used them on diesel trucks. They seem to be popular with gas vehicles and they are a little cheaper. I also want to stay below $400. I like the Hypertech, but it offers no options but 3 stage programming. (are the other options good to have?) And one other question...do I have to do any other modes for the chip? I did have a K&N filter but took it out after I was told by this forum and others to take it out. I have stock everything. I am realy just doing it for fun and fuel economy and the only thing I pull is a 16 foot enclosed trailer with motorcycles in it. About 8k lbs. Thanks for the help.
I have an E-350, 7.3L 2001, and not many people make a tuner for my van. I have found these two brands that have them. Jet seems to have more options available for my van but I can't find many people who have used them on diesel trucks. They seem to be popular with gas vehicles and they are a little cheaper. I also want to stay below $400. I like the Hypertech, but it offers no options but 3 stage programming. (are the other options good to have?) And one other question...do I have to do any other modes for the chip? I did have a K&N filter but took it out after I was told by this forum and others to take it out. I have stock everything. I am realy just doing it for fun and fuel economy and the only thing I pull is a 16 foot enclosed trailer with motorcycles in it. About 8k lbs. Thanks for the help.
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Go to Power Hungry Performance. Bill has been tuning both gas and diesel rigs since 97. You can get his Phoenix chip with 6 tunes for 369.00. If you only want 3 tunes its only 279.00.
I've had a couple of different tuners and I like PHP the best.
Power Hungry Performance - Phoenix 4-Position Chips
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I've had a couple of different tuners and I like PHP the best.
Power Hungry Performance - Phoenix 4-Position Chips
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If you get it tuned, you'll need gauges. The van has no I/C, so you really need to watch the EGTs. Also, think about cutting the muffler out & putting in a straight pipe. That will help the EGTs as well. Last I checked, you can get a DP F5 for about $250 with No-Start, Stock, & two custom tunes. Most like the 80 Econo tune, but you could get in the tow version instead and a fun tune like 120 Race. Or get 80E & 60 or 80 Tow, depending on what you want to do.
But I highly suggest you put at least a pyro in to watch those EGTs. Towing with a tuned van with no I/C may produce some high EGTs...
But I highly suggest you put at least a pyro in to watch those EGTs. Towing with a tuned van with no I/C may produce some high EGTs...
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Yeah the vans don't have an intercooler but they have the bigger turbo that helps keep things cool to. maybe not as well but it's what works on the vans.
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So many choices. One thing I have found is the F-350 or 250 tuners don't seem to work for the van. I guess I need to get on the phone. I am also having a hard time finding someone to install a straight pipe here in Texas now that it's illegal to do. I guess I could contact any welder but then it wont pass inspection. What do you all think about a glass pack?
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Welcome to FTE!
If you're in Texas give Tony Wildman a call, he's out of Ft. Worth. He can work his magic on your van, unlike any tuner or programmer you can buy off the shelf.
http://www.totaldieselperformance.com/
I can't help you with muffler options, there are guys that have purchased big truck mufflers and are happy with them.
I would strongly suggest looking for gauges to monitor your van, and a bigger exhaust will make a big improvement for exhaust temps.
Good luck and keep us posted on what you do!
If you're in Texas give Tony Wildman a call, he's out of Ft. Worth. He can work his magic on your van, unlike any tuner or programmer you can buy off the shelf.
http://www.totaldieselperformance.com/
I can't help you with muffler options, there are guys that have purchased big truck mufflers and are happy with them.
I would strongly suggest looking for gauges to monitor your van, and a bigger exhaust will make a big improvement for exhaust temps.
Good luck and keep us posted on what you do!
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