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markc
03-25-2006, 11:29 PM
What is the best chip mainly for normal driving? 2003 Stock Crew Cab Long box. Do some heavy pulling. But mainly looking to improve MPG.

Thanks:grd:

curtm220
03-26-2006, 01:23 AM
What is the best chip mainly for normal driving? 2003 Stock Crew Cab Long box. Do some heavy pulling. But mainly looking to improve MPG.

Thanks:grd:

Opinions will vary widely on this. There is also the chip vs. programmer thing. A chip is quick easy change on the fly...programmer is done through the OBD port, but gives you alot of options for DTC reds/clears, speedo calibration etc. Edge is very popular (chip), so is the Diablo Predator (programmer). First figure out what features you want, then start researching. I flip flopped between several, and went with the Edge EZ for power, and the Diablo Predator for ECM reading/configuring. There is a very nice comparison of chip/programmers that Briano put together here:

http://home.***.net/~boquinn/TunerSpread.htm

Alot of good info in that link.

Grab a cup of coffee and take a look through it. Nearly, if not all, can be ordered through vendors on this site.

-Curt

1bad01
03-26-2006, 02:51 AM
There is no "best" one IMO, but the Edge Juice W/ Attitude ranks way up there IMHO....

KEVINL
03-26-2006, 10:58 AM
I also am looking for a safe chip or programmer. I don't want one with adjustable power levels because knowing me I'd always want the highest one. I want one that will add more power but still be safe for the engine and tranny and still get some miles out of the drivetrain.

specialagentPK
03-26-2006, 11:06 AM
Edge and VA give the man HP that the tranny can hold and both have tranny protection built into them.

RickDLance
03-26-2006, 11:08 AM
The Edge Ez or Juice would be your best bet IMO. I would do the EZ on the lowest setting and leave the ajustable switch under the hood. The Juice w/Attitude also monitors EGT and will back down the power if needed.

bogger
03-26-2006, 11:21 AM
I'm selling an edge juice w/attitude that would be perfect for you. I'm into tear your tranny apart kind of power and the edge is not it for me. It's a perfect street use chip, not a race or pulling setup.

KEVINL
03-26-2006, 11:29 AM
how much? does it work on a 2k4 lb7? and with the allison

RickDLance
03-26-2006, 12:34 PM
Lets keep the rest of the For Sale discussion to PM's or the For
Sale section.:)

Deere3500
03-28-2006, 01:40 AM
I have to agree with the edge juice and attitude combo!